Manchester City Vs Arsenal
Gameweek 16 kicks off with a mouth watering clash at The Etihad Stadium. Manchester City have been in excellent form on home ground and will fancy their chances of pegging back the early Premier League leaders. Sergio Aguero will lead the line for City while Vincent Kompany should start at the back. Arsenal were forced to settle for a point when Everton visited on Sunday afternoon. The Gunners extended their lead to 5 points with that stalemate but will do well to bag 3 points this weekend. Home win expected.
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Cardiff City Vs West Brom
Cardiff City host West Brom with the Bluebirds flirting with Relegation at present. Malky Mackay’s side are without a win in their last 5 League games and need to stop the rot in order to move away from the drop zone. West Brom are also struggling at present and have lost all 3 of their last League matches. Just a single point separates these sides heading into the match and I predict a draw which will maintain the status quo between the Clubs.
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Chelsea Vs Crystal Palace
Jose Mourinho was not a happy man after his side lost 3-2 at Stoke last weekend. Andre Schurrle scored both Chelsea goals but is a doubt having picked up a knock. Oscar could return for the Blues after missing the trip to Stoke through injury. Crystal Palace have really turned things around lately winning 3 of their last 4 matches. The Eagles were so deep in trouble that they remain in the relegation zone on goal difference but will soon climb the table if they maintain their current form. Expect a backlash from Chelsea.
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Everton Vs Fulham
Everton continue to impress and left The Emirates with a valuable point on Sunday. Ross Barkley was the subject of glowing newspaper reports this week with great things expected of the young Englishman. The Toffees have scored 7 goals in their last 2 matches at home and will be keen to examine a suspect Fulham defence. The Cottagers recorded an important win over Aston Villa on Sunday but their away form has seen them lose 5 of their last 6 matches on the road. Comfortable home win.
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Newcastle Vs Southampton
Newcastle United recorded the shock result of Gameweek 15 by beating Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford. Unfortunately for the Magpies, goalscorer Cabaye will sit this match out through suspension. His absence will be a big loss to Alan Pardew who is looking to guide his team to their 4th consecutive home win. Southampton drew with Manchester City in Gameweek 15 and that is testament to how well The Saints are playing this season. Poor form away from home lately has seen Southampton drop to 8th. Score draw at St James’ Park.
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West Ham Vs Sunderland
Despite clawing themselves back into the match West Ham United were eventually thrashed 4-1 at Anfield on Saturday. The Hammers have now lost 4 of their last 5 matches and pressure is growing on Sam Allardyce. Sunderland visit Upton Park following their narrow defeat by Tottenham last weekend. Sunderland have played well recently but have not got any reward for their efforts. The Hammers will be without captain Kevin Nolan who begins a 3 match suspension for his dismissal at Liverpool. Bore draw.
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Hull City Vs Stoke City
Hull City registered a draw at Swansea on Monday Night Football despite Steve Bruce protesting that his side should have been awarded a penalty. The Tigers are in decent form and sit mid table heading into Gameweek 16, a far better position than many pundits predicted they might achieve this season. Stoke will be boosted by their 3-2 win over Chelsea on Saturday. Away form will be a concern for Mark Hughes as his team have picked up just one point from a possible fifteen on the road. Home win.
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Aston Villa Vs Manchester United
Aston Villa were well beaten when they visited Fulham last weekend. The Villains sit 11th in the League heading into a huge game when The Champions visit Villa Park. Manchester United have gone 4 Premier League outings without a victory including two home defeats against Everton and Newcastle in recent weeks. David Moyes needs to pick his troops up if they are to maintain any sort of title challenge and compete for a Champions League berth. Wayne Rooney returns from suspension and should partner RVP upfront for the Red Devils. Away win expected.
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Norwich Vs Swansea
Norwich recorded an impressive away win in Gameweek 15 when they beat West Brom 2-0 at The Hawthorns. The Canaries have won 3 of their last 5 matches which has seen them climb to 14th in the table. 3 more points could see Chris Hughton’s side in the top half of the table depending on results elsewhere. Swansea drew on Monday Night Football and sit 2 points above their hosts heading into this clash. The Swans have struggled on the road lately but I expect them to get at least a point from Carrow Road.
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Tottenham Vs Liverpool
Super Sunday reaches a climax when Tottenham Hotspur host Liverpool. Spurs have secured a huge boost by winning their last 2 fixtures with an identical 2-1 scoreline. AVB sees his side occupy 6th place heading into Gameweek 16. Liverpool have started the season strongly but injuries could take their toll as Steven Gerrard joins Daniel Sturridge on the treatment table. The Reds have been thankful to Luis Suarez for keeping the goals tally high despite the absence of his strike partner. Home win expected which will see Spurs join Liverpool on 30 points.
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