Gameweek 9 returns after a busy midweek in Europe. Several clubs head into the weekend with momentum, while a handful continue to search for answers.<\/p>\n
West Ham begin the slate in the relegation zone and Nuno Esp\u00edrito Santo still awaits his first win. A draw with Everton was followed by defeats to Arsenal and Brentford, and that sequence has increased the stakes for the Irons at Elland Road. Leeds have been encouraging on their return to the Premier League and have been particularly strong at home, having taken five of their eight points at Elland Road. Prediction: Leeds 2\u20131 West Ham.<\/p>\n
Chelsea\u2019s difficult injury list has not prevented an upturn in results. Despite the absence of talisman Cole Palmer, the Blues have won four on the spin in all competitions and their 5\u20131 midweek victory over Ajax showcased the squad\u2019s depth under Enzo Maresca. Sunderland have impressed early on but should find Stamford Bridge a tough assignment. Prediction: Chelsea 3\u20130 Sunderland.<\/p>\n
Newcastle have steadied their season after an uneven start and claimed a midweek win over Benfica, setting them up as favourites for Fulham. Fulham arrive on a run of three defeats and have slipped to 15th, a place below Newcastle. Prediction: Newcastle 2\u20130 Fulham.<\/p>\n
Manchester United finally secured back-to-back Premier League wins under Ruben Amorim last weekend, Harry Maguire\u2019s late winner at Liverpool bringing relief. Brighton have been a bogey side for United in recent years, but a long trip north could yield a shared point. Prediction: Man Utd 2\u20132 Brighton.<\/p>\n
Liverpool avoided a fifth straight loss with a dominant win in Frankfurt and travel to Brentford off the back of restored confidence. The Bees will field former employees Jordan Henderson, Caomh\u00edn Kelleher, Sepp van den Berg and F\u00e1bio Carvalho. Prediction: Brentford 1\u20132 Liverpool.<\/p>\n
Nottingham Forest have moved on from previous managers and begun the Sean Dyche era while yet to win since the opening day. High-flying Bournemouth, flourishing under Andoni Iraola, should have too much for Forest. Prediction: Bournemouth 2\u20131 Nottingham Forest.<\/p>\n
Arsenal\u2019s defensive form has been outstanding, conceding just three times in all competitions. Crystal Palace have taken points off top sides this term, but the leaders should hold firm. Prediction: Arsenal 2\u20130 Crystal Palace.<\/p>\n
Erling Haaland\u2019s scoring haul has propelled Man City and he chases a long scoring run. Aston Villa have recovered to win three league games in a row, but City should prevail. Prediction: Aston Villa 1\u20133 Man City.<\/p>\n
Wolves remain without a win and sit bottom; Burnley have shown their value on return to the top flight and will make this a tight contest. Prediction: Wolves 1\u20131 Burnley.<\/p>\n
Everton return home after defeat to Man City, Jack Grealish available after his stoppage-time winner last time at Goodison. Tottenham have been inconsistent and have not beaten Everton on the road since 2018. Prediction: Everton 1\u20131 Tottenham.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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