QPR Vs Norwich
Queens Park Rangers registered an unlikely point when Champions Manchester City visited Loftus Road on Tuesday evening. That point moved QPR within 4 points of safety. Norwich held Spurs to a draw at Carrow Road and they have accumulated 27 points from 24 matches thus far. Harry Redknapp will be hopeful that his side can grab an important win here. I predict another draw for both teams.
Prediction 1-1
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Arsenal Vs Stoke
Arsenal rallied from 2 goals down to claim a draw when Liverpool visited The Emirates on Wednesday evening. Giroud had a great chance to snatch all 3 points but fluffed his lines with only Reina to beat in the dying minutes. Stoke threw away a 2 goal lead to draw at home against Wigan and currently sit 10th in the League. Arsenal cannot afford to concede any more ground in the race for 4th spot.
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Everton Vs Aston Villa
Two goals from England full back Leighton Baines was enough for Everton to beat West Brom at Goodison Park. The Toffees will once again enjoy home advantage when struggling Aston Villa visit on Saturday. The Villains were beaten infront of their own fans by fellow strugglers Newcastle on Tuesday. Pressure is surely mounting on Paul Lambert with Aston Villa in the relegation zone.
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Newcastle Vs Chelsea
Newcastle fans who made the trip to Aston Villa in mid week were rewarded with a vital 3 points for their troubles. The Geordies are now 4 points clear of the drop zone heading into Gameweek 25. Chelsea seemed to have the match sewn up against Reading but somehow conceded twice late on to the disgust of Rafa Benitez. Both sides are in need of a win for different reasons.
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Reading Vs Sunderland
Adam Le Fondre is becoming an even more popular figure among Reading fans following more heroics against Chelsea on Wednesday. The draw in Gameweek 24 was enough to move The Royals out of the relegation zone heading into Gameweek 25. Sunderland make the long journey south after a dire home game against Swansea. The Black Cats are unbeaten in 3 matches and will hope to extend that run at The Madejski.
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West Ham Vs Swansea
West Ham United have lost 3 of their last 4 matches and are in danger of being dragged into the relegation scrap below them. A turn around in form is essential for The Hammers. Swansea played out a goalless draw at Sunderland in Gameweek 24. A win here could see The Swans leapfrog Liverpool in the table if The Reds fail to beat Manchester City.
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Wigan Vs Southampton
Wigan produced an impressive come back to claim a point from their trip to Stoke on Tuesday evening. Despite that, The Latics remain in the drop zone and are in need of more victories against fellow relegation rivals. The Saints visit Wigan having lost narrowly at Old Trafford on Wednesday – Their first defeat since Gameweek 18. Wigan could go level on points with the visitors with a win at The DW Stadium.
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Fulham Vs Manchester United
Fulham leapfrogged their Gameweek 24 opponents West Ham with an important win at Craven Cottage on Wednesday evening. Berbatov was on target once again for Fulham. Manchester United visit Fulham having extended their lead at the summit to 7 points with a hard fought win over Southampton. Rooney marked his return to fitness with two goals and will be looking to find the net in West London.
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West Brom Vs Tottenham
Despite a very strong start to the campaign, West Brom have struggled to keep pace with the leading pack in recent weeks. The Baggies have registered just a single point from their last 5 league games and need to turn their fortunes around. Spurs could only draw at Norwich but were fortunate that Chelsea and City above them also drew. West Brom to continue their miserable recent form.
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Manchester City Vs Liverpool
The Etihad hosts the pick of the weekend fixtures when Liverpool visit Manchester City. City boss Roberto Mancini was disappointed that his men were unable to find a way past a resolute defence marshalled by the excellent Julio Cesar. United duly made the most of that blip and extended their lead to 7 points. Liverpool took a 2-0 lead at The Emirates only to be pegged back by two quick-fire goals and ended with a draw. Should be an intriguing match. I expect a home win here.
Prediction 2-1
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