European nights produced a strong week for English clubs, with six of eight sides in continental action recording wins. That heavier midweek schedule sets up a full domestic slate and a key Sunday showing that carries the round\u2019s biggest intrigue.<\/p>\n
West Ham arrive off Callum Wilson\u2019s late scramble in a 2\u20131 win at Tottenham, a result that ends a poor run but leaves them five points from safety after Nottingham Forest\u2019s draw with Arsenal. Saturday\u2019s lunchtime kick-off at the London Stadium brings Sunderland, who have depended on home form but travel with players returning from the Africa Cup of Nations. Prediction: West Ham 1\u20131 Sunderland.<\/p>\n
Spurs took a lift from a 2\u20130 victory over Borussia Dortmund, a result that helps their European position, yet pressure remains on Thomas Frank. Burnley, who earned a point at Anfield recently but have not won in the league since October, welcome Tottenham to Turf Moor. “The doctor will see you now, Mr. Parker… or will he?” Prediction: Burnley 0\u20131 Tottenham.<\/p>\n
Fulham\u2019s rise stalled against Leeds last weekend. The Cottagers should have Alex Iwobi back at Craven Cottage for the visit of Brighton. The Seagulls are four unbeaten in the Premier League despite just two wins in their previous ten across all competitions. Prediction: Fulham 1\u20132 Brighton.<\/p>\n
Manchester City remain flat after a Champions League defeat to Bod\u00f8\/Glimt and continued defensive injury problems. Wolves, improving under Rob Edwards and enjoying a rare unbeaten run for a bottom-side, travel to the Etihad. Prediction: Man City 2\u20130 Wolves.<\/p>\n
Liverpool extended an unbeaten run in all competitions to 13 with a win at Marseille and head to Bournemouth, who lack Antoine Semenyo from the season opener. Prediction: Bournemouth 2\u20132 Liverpool.<\/p>\n
Brentford have outperformed expectations and boast strong home form; Nottingham Forest were beaten away in the Europa League in Braga on Thursday. Prediction: Brentford 3\u20131 Nottingham Forest.<\/p>\n
Chelsea ended a league drought with a 2\u20130 win over Brentford but were fortunate; Crystal Palace aim for a first league victory since December 7 under Oliver Glasner. Prediction: Crystal Palace 1\u20131 Chelsea.<\/p>\n
Newcastle, inconsistent away but formidable at St James\u2019 Park, host Aston Villa after Villa\u2019s home defeat to Everton and midweek win in Turkey. Prediction: Newcastle 3\u20132 Aston Villa.<\/p>\n
Arsenal lead the table but stumbled at Forest last weekend; Manchester United were excellent in a 2\u20130 derby win with Bruno Fernandes outstanding. Prediction: Arsenal 3\u20131 Man Utd.<\/p>\n
Monday\u2019s finish sees Everton, with Iliman Ndiaye back from AFCON, host Leeds, who have lost just once in their last ten across competitions. Prediction: Everton 2\u20131 Leeds.<\/p>\n
Schedule and predicted results match the fixtures listed for Saturday, Sunday and Monday kick-offs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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