Hull City Vs Manchester City
Hull City are hoping to turn their home form around having gone four League matches without a win at The KC Stadium. The Tigers have notched up 30 points thus far but need more to guarantee their status in the top flight. Manchester City visit having lost 2-1 at Barcelona mid-week. City have seen Chelsea build a nine point cushion above them but have three games in hand on the London side. Demichelis will return from his European suspension for this match.
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Everton Vs Cardiff City
Everton bounced back following two consecutive defeats with an important 1-0 win over West Ham in Gameweek 28. The Toffees are level on points with Manchester United which is a remarkable achievement by Roberto Martinez and his side. Cardiff recorded a crucial win last weekend when defeating Fulham. That gave The Bluebirds some breathing space in their bid to remain in the Premier League although they still have much work to do. The Welsh club remain in the Relegation Zone and are likely to remain there following their trip to Goodison Park.
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Fulham Vs Newcastle
Times are increasingly desperate for Fulham who sit at the bottom of the Premier League heading into Gameweek 30. The West London side are four points from safety and have lost all of their previous four Premier League matches on home soil. Newcastle United will begin life without Alan Pardew marshalling the technical area. The Magpies have won their last two League matches including a 4-1 win at Hull which was largely overlooked due to Pardew’s headbutt. Score draw at Craven Cottage.
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Southampton Vs Norwich
Southampton ended their run of two defeats with a win at Crystal Palace in Gameweek 29. The Saints sit comfortably in the top half of the table and can plan to improve further still next season. The Saints could see a number of their players involved in the England squad for the World Cup if they maintain their current form. Norwich put another point on the board with a 1-1 draw against Stoke last weekend. The Canaries are still flirting with Relegation but are four points better off than Cardiff in 18th place heading into Gameweek 30. Home win expected at St Marys.
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Stoke Vs West Ham
Stoke welcome West Ham to The Britannia on the back of their 1-1 draw at Norwich in Gameweek 29. The Potters have been in great form at home lately beating both Manchester United and Arsenal on home turf in their last three Premier League matches. West Ham saw their winning run of four consecutive matches come to an end at Everton. The 12 points registered during those four wins will likely be crucial in keeping West Ham in the Premier Division next term. Home win expected.
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Sunderland Vs Crystal Palace
Sunderland were unable to hold on to their Wembley lead and ended up conceding the Capital One Cup to Manchester City despite a valiant effort. The Black Cats must put that disappointment behind them quickly and try to maintain their Premier League status on Saturday. Crystal Palace make the long journey to the North East having gone without a win on the road in their last four attempts. Tony Pulis sees his side just three points above their hosts and this is a real six-pointer neither side can afford to lose. Bore draw.
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Swansea Vs West Brom
Swansea are yet to be certain of their top flight status for next term and need to record more points to guarantee another season in the Premier League. The Swans are unbeaten in their last three matches at home and have conceded just one goal in the process. West Brom seem to have it all to do in order to maintain their Premier League status. Anelka sits this match out through suspension and cannot play any part in trying to halt the free fall the Baggies seem to find themselves in. Home win expected at The Liberty Stadium.
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Aston Villa Vs Chelsea
Aston Villa have enjoyed a terrific campaign under Paul Lambert and are far more comfortable in their position this season compared to last term. The Villains enjoyed an impressive 4-1 win over Norwich in their last match at Villa Park but the visitors on Saturday will provide a much sterner examination. Jose Mourinho brings his table topping side to Aston Villa hoping to maintain their excellent form both home and away. The Blues have won four of their last five on the road and are setting a pace City may struggle to match during the title run in. Away win.
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Manchester United Vs Liverpool
Super Sunday kicks off with Manchester United hosting Liverpool at Old Trafford. In seasons gone by, Liverpool fans may have been fearful of this away trip but most are optimistic given United’s struggles this term. The Red Devils are unbeaten in four League games but are still 11 points behind their great rivals prior to kick off. Liverpool are enjoying a terrific season under the guidance of Brendan Rodgers. Liverpool fans may be content with a point here but I suspect Liverpool will go for the win. Suarez and Sturridge to terrorise a suspect United defence. Score draw.
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Tottenham Vs Arsenal
Tottenham Hotspur went down heavily at Chelsea in Gameweek 29 which led Tim Sherwood to publicly question the desire of some of his squad. A Thursday night Europa League game will have done nothing to help prepare for the North London Derby in addition to a host of injuries. Arsenal also had a European game to attend to mid-week and ended up crashing out of the Champions League at Bayern Munich. Mesut Ozil picked up an injury in that fixture and will miss the Derby. Spurs have not fared well against the Top 4 clubs this season and I expect them to struggle again on Sunday.
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