September 20th 2024.
This weekend in the Premier League, all eyes will be on the top of the table clash between Manchester City and Arsenal. After a busy week of European and Carabao Cup matches, the league takes center stage once again.
Betfair Ambassador Alan Shearer, a former Premier League player and now a pundit, is here to give his expert insights and predictions for the upcoming games.
Saturday's lunchtime game between West Ham and Chelsea is a tough one to call. Shearer predicts a score draw, similar to the London derby between Fulham and Chelsea last weekend.
Chelsea will be looking for another win after their recent victory against Bournemouth, with new signing Christopher Nkunku scoring his first goal for the club. Aston Villa, on the other hand, will be riding high after coming from behind to beat Everton and securing a convincing win in their Champions League campaign. Shearer expects Villa Park to be rocking and predicts a home win for the team.
Wolves have had a tough start to the season after selling their two best players, but Shearer is a fan of manager Gary O'Neil and believes they will turn things around. However, he predicts a tough game against Aston Villa and a home win for them.
Newcastle will face a tough challenge against Fulham, who have some quality players in their front line. Shearer predicts a draw for this match.
Leicester will take on Everton in a game that Shearer describes as "massive" for Sean Dyche's side. Despite Everton's strong performance against Aston Villa, Shearer believes they will struggle against Leicester and predicts a home win for the Foxes.
Liverpool will be looking to bounce back from their shock defeat against Nottingham Forest last week, and Shearer believes they have enough quality to secure a home win against Bournemouth.
Southampton's lack of goals could be their downfall this season, according to Shearer. He predicts an away win for Ipswich in this match.
Tottenham will face a tough challenge against Brentford, who impressed Shearer in their game against Manchester City. However, with Brentford's top scorer out injured, Shearer predicts a home win for Spurs.
Manchester United will be facing a tough test against Crystal Palace, who have not hit their stride yet this season. Shearer predicts a draw for this match.
Nottingham Forest, who surprised everyone with their win against Liverpool last week, will be looking to continue their good form against Brighton. However, Shearer believes Brighton's strong start to the season will continue with a home win.
And finally, the big game of the weekend between Manchester City and Arsenal. Shearer believes Arsenal have the best back four in the league and will put up a tough fight against City's star striker, Erling Haaland. He predicts a draw for this match.
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