Newcastle Vs Liverpool
Premier League football returns following the International Break when Newcastle host Liverpool at St James’ Park. The Magpies are in 11th place following their impressive win at Cardiff in Gameweek 7. Loic Remy has been on target for The Toon and has bagged 5 League goals in his last 3 outings. Liverpool have won their last 2 matches with an identical 3-1 scoreline and will look to climb to the top of the standings with an away win. Sturridge and Suarez to outclass a less than watertight Newcastle defence.
Prediction 0-2
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Arsenal Vs Norwich
Early pace-setters Arsenal host Norwich hoping to get back to winning ways following a draw at West Brom a fortnight ago. The Gunners are unbeaten since their shock defeat on the opening day of the season and will fancy their chances of picking up 3 points here. Mesut Ozil is doubtful after picking up a knock on International Duty. The Canaries enter Gameweek 8 in the Relegation Zone on goal difference and need to improve their fortunes as a matter of urgency. Comfortable home win at The Emirates.
Prediction 3-0
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Chelsea Vs Cardiff City
Despite being in ‘crisis’ a few weeks ago, Chelsea have bounced back and sit 3rd in the Premier League. Two victories and a hard fought 1-1 draw at Spurs boosted confidence prior to the International Break. Cardiff sit 14th in the standings amid off-field turmoil and rumours surrounding the future of manager Malky Mackay. Brazilian playmaker Oscar put in a Man of The Match performance last week and will hope to get on the scoresheet again at Stamford Bridge.
Prediction 3-1
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Everton Vs Hull City
Everton had been on an inspired run of 3 consecutive wins before their defeat at Manchester City in Gameweek 7. The Toffees have done a great bit of business bringing in Romeu Lukaku on loan from Chelsea. The Belgian has bagged 4 goals in 3 matches and will test the Hull defence on Saturday. Hull sit 8th in the standings and are unbeaten in 4 matches since their visit to The Etihad. Whichever side wins at Goodison could be in the Top 4 depending on results elsewhere. Home win expected.
Prediction 2-1
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Manchester United Vs Southampton
Manchester United were on the brink of another poor result before Januzaj scored twice to hand David Moyes all 3 points at Sunderland. The Red Devils moved onto 10 points but are still well off the pace set by Arsenal and Liverpool on 16 points. Southampton visit The Theatre of Dreams having kept a clean sheet in all of their last 4 League matches. That impressive statistic has moved The Saints into the Top 4 – Level on points with Chelsea and ahead of Manchester City. RVP to break Southampton resistance infront of goal.
Prediction 2-0
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Stoke Vs West Brom
Stoke host West Brom on Saturday afternoon looking to stop the rot following 3 straight defeats in the Premier League. The Potters have had mixed fortunes at home and will be looking to turn The Britannia back into a fortress. The Baggies have turned around their early season form and have gained 4 points from matches against Manchester United Vs Arsenal. Should be an intriguing match which I expect to end in a score draw.
Prediction 1-1
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Swansea Vs Sunderland
Swansea City have enjoyed a positive start to the campaign overall despite juggling the commitments of Europa League football. However, The Swans have suffered a dip in form lately losing their last two League matches. Sunderland make the journey to South Wales rooted to the foot of the Premier League. The Mackems need a drastic turn in their fortunes to climb the table following 5 consecutive defeats. The visit of Sunderland gives Michu and Co. the perfect opportunity to get back to winning ways which I expect them to grasp.
Prediction 1-0
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West Ham Vs Manchester City
West Ham United provided the shock result of Gameweek 7 beating Spurs 3-0 at White Hart Lane. The Hammers had been without a win since the opening day and 3 points from Gameweek 7 moved the Hammers onto 8 points. Manchester City beat Everton fairly comfortably last Gameweek and will look to move into the Top 4 with a win at West Ham. Sergio Aguero seems to have found top form and will give the West Ham defence a very stern examination on Sunday.
Prediction 0-2
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Aston Villa Vs Tottenham
Aston Villa are unbeaten in 3 matches following their 0-0 draw at Hull in Gameweek 7. Christian Benteke remains sidelined with a hip injury but should return shortly for Paul Lambert. The Villains sit in 10th place level on points with Champions Manchester United and will hope to extend their unbeaten run. Spurs were well beaten by West Ham in a shock result at White Hart Lane last Gameweek. Winger Andros Townsend made his International bow against Montenegro and impressed against Poland on Tuesday. Score draw at Villa Park.
Prediction 1-1
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Crystal Palace Vs Fulham
Monday Night Football returns as Crystal Palace host London rivals Fulham at Selhurst Park. The Eagles sit 19th in the table following a disastrous run of 4 consecutive defeats. Not even a win on Monday will drag Palace out of the Drop Zone. Fulham are not faring much better than their opponents and Martin Jol appears to be under a great deal of pressure under new ownership. Prior to the victory in Gameweek 7 Fulham were without a win since Gameweek 1. Bore draw at Selhurst Park.
Prediction 0-0
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