Liverpool vs. Everton
The weekend starts with the Merseyside derby. Liverpool have looked shaky of late with defeats to Aston Villa and West Ham whilst Everton have also not been at their best, losing to Crystal Palace last weekend. With Daniel Sturridge still out I can't see Liverpool getting a big win as Lambert and Borini just don't cut it for me and Balotelli is still settling in and is unpredictable at best, at the moment. However I also cannot see Everton winning this as they just don't seem to have that cutting edge this season. Lukaku is a quality player but cannot win this game on his own and the Liverpool midfield will limit what Barry and McCarthy can do to help him. Overall I am going for a low scoring draw as I both teams look in poor form and I can't see a clear winner.
MY PREDICTION: 1-1
Chelsea vs. Aston Villa
This fixture pits the Premier League's leaders Chelsea against surprise package Aston Villa. Chelsea have been rampant of late and were close to beating Man City last week before Lampard came back to score a late goal that will go down in Premier League history as a truly shocking moment.Aston Villa have been also good in the Premier League beating Liverpool at Anfield two weeks ago, however last week a virus hit their team meaning despite being dominant early on against Arsenal last week , they were eventually beaten 3-0 at home by The Gunners. This week I can't see Chelsea losing, as in my opinion right now they are the best team in the league, i think that Fabregas and Costa will be too much for Aston Villa's defence and I think this one will end in a 3-1 Chelsea win.
MY PREDICTION: 3-1
Crystal Palace vs. Leicester
Last week we saw Leicester put in a blinding performance to come back from 3-1 down in the second half to beat Man Utd 5-3. It was a quality match and it showed Leicester deserve to be here in the the best league in the world. However they now travel to a tough ground, Selhurst Park, the home of Crystal Palace. Palace are also in good form, last week beating Everton and I think that today they will win. Leicester are on a high after that win against United but if they do not keep their feet on their ground, Crystal Palace will do it for them in what will be a tough physical game. In my opinion the crowd will push Palace onto a 2-1 win.
MY PREDICTION: 2-1
Hull vs. Man City
Last year's FA Cup finalists Hull last week squandered a 0-2 lead at Newcastle to draw 2-2 and subsequently came back from Tyneside disappointed, and although at home today i can't see them getting anything from a clash with the champions Manchester City. City, who drew 1-1 at home to Chelsea last week, have an incredible squad and are full of confidence after beating Sheffield Wednesday 7-0 midweek. Hull have been lifted by the signings of Hernandez and Diame but are without a win in four matches. For that reason I have to go for a big City win.
MY PREDICTION: 1-4
Man Utd vs. West Ham
Man Utd need a win. Last week they were beaten 5-3 by Leicester after leading 1-3 in the second half. The result showed that they still have weaknesses, a lack of defensive prowess and a frail mental attitude. West Ham on the other hand have been good in the last few games, most notably last week when they went to Anfield and beat Liverpool 3-1. They look a changed team, playing in a very unAllardyce way , keeping the ball and playing neat passing football. Sakho, Valencia, Kouyate and Song all look like inspired signings and West Ham are in high spirits. But I can't see them winning today. Man United showed that even with a weak defence they still have Falcao, Di Maria and others to bombard a defence. This is why I have to tip them to win today.
MY PREDICTION: 3-1
Southampton vs. QPR
Despite losing many big players in the summer, Southampton have been impressive this year and look good value for a Europa League spot at this point in time. I have been particularly impressed with Dusan Tadic and Nathaniel Clyne both of whom scored against Arsenal in the Capital One Cup win for Soton. Meanwhile QPR are a team that have not yet found their feet and scraped a draw against Stoke last week. This is why I am going for a Southampton win.
MY PREDICTION: 2-0
Sunderland vs. Swansea
Swansea face a trip to The Stadium Of Light today without Wilfried Bony who was sent off in the defeat to Southampton last weekend. Swansea may feel they could've got more out of that game had he not have been dismissed, and I would have to agree. The team they face this week is Sunderland who look stronger than last year but are still yet to win this season. Swansea have been playing well but have lost two games in a row. I feel this match may be a cagey affair and because of this I'm going for a goalless draw.
MY PREDICTION: 0-0
Arsenal vs. Tottenham
The afternoon ends today with the North London Derby and this is always a passionate heated affair. The highest scoring clash in Premier League history always promises action and this year I'm sure will be no different. Last year Arsenal took both results in the League both 1-0 victories and I'm sure this year Spurs will be out for revenge. Arsenal are in good form in the League as they are still unbeaten and Sanchez looks to be a good player for them thus far. Furthermore Mesut Ozil proved that if he is played as a CAM he can be very effective last week against Villa. However losses against Dortmund and Southampton in other competitions are worrying. Spurs have had a mixed start to the Premier League, and at the moment look short on goals. A loss to West Brom last weekend was very disappointing and despite a midweek win over Nottingham Forest in the Capital One Cup, Spurs fans still seem annoyed at how the team has not yet clicked. I think that Arsenal will win today in what I think will be a thrilling clash and an advert for the Premier League.
MY PREDICTION: 4-2
Thanks for reading,
James
MY PREDICTION: 3-1
Crystal Palace vs. Leicester
Last week we saw Leicester put in a blinding performance to come back from 3-1 down in the second half to beat Man Utd 5-3. It was a quality match and it showed Leicester deserve to be here in the the best league in the world. However they now travel to a tough ground, Selhurst Park, the home of Crystal Palace. Palace are also in good form, last week beating Everton and I think that today they will win. Leicester are on a high after that win against United but if they do not keep their feet on their ground, Crystal Palace will do it for them in what will be a tough physical game. In my opinion the crowd will push Palace onto a 2-1 win.
MY PREDICTION: 2-1
Hull vs. Man City
Last year's FA Cup finalists Hull last week squandered a 0-2 lead at Newcastle to draw 2-2 and subsequently came back from Tyneside disappointed, and although at home today i can't see them getting anything from a clash with the champions Manchester City. City, who drew 1-1 at home to Chelsea last week, have an incredible squad and are full of confidence after beating Sheffield Wednesday 7-0 midweek. Hull have been lifted by the signings of Hernandez and Diame but are without a win in four matches. For that reason I have to go for a big City win.
MY PREDICTION: 1-4
Man Utd vs. West Ham
Man Utd need a win. Last week they were beaten 5-3 by Leicester after leading 1-3 in the second half. The result showed that they still have weaknesses, a lack of defensive prowess and a frail mental attitude. West Ham on the other hand have been good in the last few games, most notably last week when they went to Anfield and beat Liverpool 3-1. They look a changed team, playing in a very unAllardyce way , keeping the ball and playing neat passing football. Sakho, Valencia, Kouyate and Song all look like inspired signings and West Ham are in high spirits. But I can't see them winning today. Man United showed that even with a weak defence they still have Falcao, Di Maria and others to bombard a defence. This is why I have to tip them to win today.
MY PREDICTION: 3-1
Southampton vs. QPR
Despite losing many big players in the summer, Southampton have been impressive this year and look good value for a Europa League spot at this point in time. I have been particularly impressed with Dusan Tadic and Nathaniel Clyne both of whom scored against Arsenal in the Capital One Cup win for Soton. Meanwhile QPR are a team that have not yet found their feet and scraped a draw against Stoke last week. This is why I am going for a Southampton win.
MY PREDICTION: 2-0
Sunderland vs. Swansea
Swansea face a trip to The Stadium Of Light today without Wilfried Bony who was sent off in the defeat to Southampton last weekend. Swansea may feel they could've got more out of that game had he not have been dismissed, and I would have to agree. The team they face this week is Sunderland who look stronger than last year but are still yet to win this season. Swansea have been playing well but have lost two games in a row. I feel this match may be a cagey affair and because of this I'm going for a goalless draw.
MY PREDICTION: 0-0
Arsenal vs. Tottenham
The afternoon ends today with the North London Derby and this is always a passionate heated affair. The highest scoring clash in Premier League history always promises action and this year I'm sure will be no different. Last year Arsenal took both results in the League both 1-0 victories and I'm sure this year Spurs will be out for revenge. Arsenal are in good form in the League as they are still unbeaten and Sanchez looks to be a good player for them thus far. Furthermore Mesut Ozil proved that if he is played as a CAM he can be very effective last week against Villa. However losses against Dortmund and Southampton in other competitions are worrying. Spurs have had a mixed start to the Premier League, and at the moment look short on goals. A loss to West Brom last weekend was very disappointing and despite a midweek win over Nottingham Forest in the Capital One Cup, Spurs fans still seem annoyed at how the team has not yet clicked. I think that Arsenal will win today in what I think will be a thrilling clash and an advert for the Premier League.
MY PREDICTION: 4-2Thanks for reading,
James
