{"id":6357,"date":"2026-01-31T09:37:04","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T07:37:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weplayfpl.com\/news-articles\/2026\/01\/31\/gameweek-24-premier-league-predictions-and-short-form-analysis\/"},"modified":"2026-01-31T09:37:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T07:37:04","slug":"gameweek-24-premier-league-predictions-and-short-form-analysis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weplayfpl.com\/news-articles\/2026\/01\/31\/gameweek-24-premier-league-predictions-and-short-form-analysis\/","title":{"rendered":"Gameweek 24: Premier League predictions and short-form analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After midweek\u2019s conclusion of the Champions League and Europa League group stages, attention turns back to the Premier League for Gameweek 24. Manchester United arrive on Sunday buoyed by recent results under Michael Carrick, while rivals face a potentially decisive trip to north London for the title race.<\/p>\n<p>Brighton and Everton meet in a tight mid-table duel where three points separate the clubs. Brighton\u2019s reliable home record and Everton\u2019s strong away form point to a close game. A draw looks the likeliest outcome: Brighton 1\u20131 Everton.<\/p>\n<p>Arsenal travel to Elland Road under fresh scrutiny after their defeat to Man Utd. Mikel Arteta made sweeping changes in midweek and the side need points to rebuild momentum. Leeds\u2019 strong run makes this a difficult test and a narrow win for the visitors is predicted: Leeds 1\u20132 Arsenal.<\/p>\n<p>Wolves versus Bournemouth in the Midlands carries little immediate consequence for the table. Both defences have been vulnerable recently and an open, high-scoring game is probable: Wolves 3\u20133 Bournemouth.<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea have enjoyed a marked improvement under Liam Rosenior, including a key midweek win in Naples. With Cole Palmer returning, Chelsea should have the depth to cope with a congested schedule and are favoured: Chelsea 3\u20131 West Ham.<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool host Newcastle in an evening fixture that promises intensity despite midweek travel. Liverpool remain without a league victory in five games and Arne Slot\u2019s side have defensive issues. Alexander Isak remains absent through injury. Expect a draw: Liverpool 2\u20132 Newcastle.<\/p>\n<p>Aston Villa return to Villa Park while managing a mounting injury list in midfield and attack. They should just edge a competitive Brentford: Aston Villa 2\u20131 Brentford.<\/p>\n<p>Man Utd will look to extend their run at Old Trafford against Fulham following consecutive big wins. United\u2019s defensive reshuffle has steadied them and they are predicted to prevail: Man Utd 3\u20131 Fulham.<\/p>\n<p>Palace continue a winless run of 11 matches with Oliver Glasner seeking to arrest the slide. Nottingham Forest arrive in better form and should take a narrow home victory: Nottingham Forest 1\u20130 Crystal Palace.<\/p>\n<p>The weekend closes with Tottenham hosting Man City. City have regained momentum and, despite Tottenham\u2019s ability to frustrate top sides, a Man City win is forecast: Tottenham 0\u20132 Man City.<\/p>\n<p>Monday\u2019s fixture sees Sunderland expected to overcome Burnley at the Stadium of Light: Sunderland 2\u20130 Burnley.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Predictions and brief analysis for Premier League Gameweek 24, focusing on key fixtures. 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