Arsenal, Manchester City, and Chelsea are all set to make their bids for the Premier League title this weekend, with Chelsea facing a challenging match against Liverpool at Anfield.
The Premier League fixtures promise excitement, starting with the London derby between Spurs and West Ham at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
In their weekly predictions, Joe Prince-Wright, Nicholas Mendola, and Andy Edwards will analyze each match throughout the season.
Last week, the predictions landed 7 out of 10 for match results, with two accurate scoreline forecasts. Overall for the season, they have correctly predicted 35 out of 60 results, including seven correct scores.
The following are the predictions for Week 8 of the 2024-25 season:
Tottenham vs West Ham
Kickoff: 7:30 AM ET Saturday
Odds: Spurs (-200) | West Ham (+450) | Draw (+380)
TV Channel/Stream: USA Network
Expectation: An engaging match as both teams have shown defensive vulnerabilities this season, with Spurs likely to edge out West Ham. Prediction: Tottenham 3-1 West Ham.
Southampton vs Leicester
Kickoff: 10 AM ET Saturday
Odds: Saints (+135) | Leicester (+188) | Draw (+250)
TV Channel/Stream: Premier League on Peacock
Expectation: A match likely to end in a draw, with Southampton dominating possession but struggling against a compact Leicester. Prediction: Southampton 1-1 Leicester.
Manchester United vs Brentford
Kickoff: 10 AM ET Saturday
Odds: Man Utd (-145) | Brentford (+350) | Draw (+310)
TV Channel/Stream: Premier League on Peacock
Expectation: A challenging match for Manchester United, who could face discomfort at home if Brentford scores first. Prediction: Manchester United 2-2 Brentford.
Ipswich Town vs Everton
Kickoff: 10 AM ET Saturday
Odds: Ipswich (+140) | Everton (+188) | Draw (+240)
TV Channel/Stream: Premier League on Peacock
Expectation: An unpredictable match with both teams capable of scoring. Prediction: Ipswich Town 1-1 Everton.
Fulham vs Aston Villa
Kickoff: 10 AM ET Saturday
Odds: Fulham (+140) | Villa (+185) | Draw (+240)
TV Channel/Stream: Premier League on Peacock
Expectation: A match expected to feature goals from both sides but perhaps resulting in a draw given Villa’s busy schedule. Prediction: Fulham 1-1 Aston Villa.
Newcastle vs Brighton
Kickoff: 10 AM ET Saturday
Odds: Newcastle (+100) | Brighton (+250) | Draw (+275)
TV Channel/Stream: USA Network
Expectation: Newcastle needs to capitalize at home, but Brighton is likely to score. Prediction: Newcastle 1-1 Brighton.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Kickoff: 12:30 PM ET Sunday
Odds: Bournemouth (+380) | Arsenal (-155) | Draw (+310)
TV Channel/Stream: NBC
Expectation: Bournemouth may challenge Arsenal, but the Gunners’ resilience is expected to shine through. Prediction: Bournemouth 1-2 Arsenal.
Wolves vs Manchester City
Kickoff: 9 AM ET Sunday
Odds: Wolves (+800) | City (-300) | Draw (+450)
TV Channel/Stream: USA Network
Expectation: Wolves will struggle to contain City, who are expected to secure a comfortable win. Prediction: Wolves 1-3 Man City.
Liverpool vs Chelsea
Kickoff: 11:30 AM ET Sunday
Odds: Liverpool (-150) | Chelsea (+360) | Draw (+320)
TV Channel/Stream: USA Network
Expectation: A crucial match for Chelsea to assert themselves as top-four contenders while testing Liverpool’s early-season form. Prediction: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea.
Nottingham Forest vs Crystal Palace
Kickoff: 3 PM ET Monday
Odds: Forest (+135) | Palace (+210) | Draw (+225)
TV Channel/Stream: USA Network
Expectation: A pivotal stretch for Forest, with a potential to secure points against struggling teams. Prediction: Forest 1-1 Palace.