Hull City Vs Chelsea
Hull City are in the top half of the table on 23 points despite losing 2-0 at Liverpool in Gameweek 20. The Tigers have been in good form at home losing just one of their last four League matches at The KC Stadium. Chelsea have been in excellent form lately and have won four of their last five including a win at Southampton and a draw at Arsenal. Oscar and Hazard have run riot in recent weeks and will give the Hull rearguard a torrid afternoon. Chelsea win to put them top of the table.
Prediction 0-2
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Cardiff City Vs West Ham
Cardiff City have appointed former Manchester United forward Ole Gunnar Solskjaer their new Manager following the dimissal of Malky Mackay. The Norwegian will be well aware of the importance of this relegation six pointer against a team below them in the League. Sam Allardyce received backing from the West Ham owners this week following a 5-0 thrashing at Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup followed by a 6-0 defeat at Manchester City. The Hammers have lost their last five League fixtures away from home and I predict a sixth defeat in South Wales.
Prediction 1-0
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Everton vs Norwich
Leighton Baines got Everton’s only goal as they drew 1-1 at Stoke in Gameweek 20. The Toffees’ home form has been excellent this season and they have won three of their last four League games at Goodison Park. Norwich are going about their business quietly while maintaining a slight cushion over the bottom three Clubs. The Canaries are unbeaten in their last three matches on their travels but will have great difficulty in leaving Everton with any points. Home win expected.
Prediction 2-0
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Fulham Vs Sunderland
Fulham have picked up two crucial wins in their last three matches with victories over Norwich and West Ham by the same 2-1 scoreline. Despite being in deep trouble, The Cottagers seem to have a knack of getting a result when the chips are down. Sunderland still prop up the rest of the Division despite an improvement since Gus Poyet took over from Paolo Di Canio. The Black Cats have been beaten only once in their last five League matches and will avoid the drop if they produce that form between now and May.
Prediction 1-1
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Southampton Vs West Brom
Southampton were well beaten when Oscar came off the bench to orchestrate a 3-0 Chelsea win in Gameweek 20. The Saints bounced back to win a thrilling FA Cup tie 4-3 against Burnley. Contrasting their early season form, Southampton have now lost three of their last four at home and need to make St Mary’s a feared away trip. West Brom are experiencing a good run of form at present and have not been beaten since their trip to Cardiff in mid-December. Southampton to record an important win.
Prediction 2-1
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Tottenham Vs Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur have enjoyed the benefits of playing more attacking football under new boss Tim Sherwood. Adebayor’s return to the team has been a masterstroke and Spurs enjoyed a fantastic win at Old Trafford in Gameweek 20. Crystal Palace visit White Hart Lane in the Relegation Zone but only one point from safety. Palace secured a good FA Cup win at West Brom and will look to propel themselves up the Premier League table. Adebayor to score in a home win.
Prediction 3-0
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Manchester United Vs Swansea
Manchester United seem to stumble from one game to the next at present. After losing at home to Spurs in Gameweek 20, United were then knocked out of the FA Cup by Swansea and lost 2-1 at Sunderland in the Capital One Cup. Swansea get another chance to travel to Old Trafford on Saturday evening looking to compund United’s misery. David Moyes has outlined the urgency of signing new players in the absence of RVP and Rooney. Swansea have been in dreadful form in the League but will take a huge confidence boost from the FA Cup win last weekend. United to record an important win to keep them in touch with the leaders.
Prediction 1-0
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Newcastle Vs Manchester City
Super Sunday kicks off with Newcastle United hosting Manchester City at St James’ Park. The Magpies have been in great form this season and sit 8th in the Premier League heading into Gameweek 21. Prior to their loss against Arsenal, Alan Pardew had masterminded four wins from five home Premier League matches. Manchester City have turned up the heat on their rivals with five consecutive victories despite the absence of Sergio Aguero. Pelligrini’s men ran riot again on Wednesday scoring six without reply against West Ham. City will rely on Negredo and Dzeko again while David Silva returns from suspension. Score draw.
Prediction 2-2
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Stoke Vs Liverpool
Stoke managed to steady the ship after two heavy defeats at Newcastle and Spurs with a 1-1 draw with Everton. Mark Hughes has once again made The Britannia a difficult place to visit and Liverpool will look to prevent Stoke recording their third win in four home matches. Brendan Rodgers brings his side to Stoke sitting 4th in the table despite leading the pack at Christmas. Competition at the summit is fierce and Liverpool need to take three points if they are to keep pace with the leaders. Daniel Sturridge could make an early return from injury which would be a huge boost for Liverpool. Score draw.
Prediction 1-1
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Aston Villa Vs Arsenal
Gabriel Agbonlahor came up trumps for Aston Villa by scoring the only goal in a 1-0 win at Sunderland. The Villains sit 11th in the Premier League and should avoid the nervous ending to last season if they maintain current form. Christian Benteke remains sidelined for Villa leaving them short of options upfront. Arsenal were rocked by the news that Theo Walcott will be out for six months with a knee problem. The Gunners will also be without Ramsey, Bentdner and Gibbs while Giroud is doubtful. Arsene Wenger has seen his side win three on the bounce and will hope to extend that winning run to a fourth game on Monday Night Football.
Prediction 1-2
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