The Premier League returns after FA Cup and Champions League midweek fixtures, with Sunday\u2019s North London derby between Tottenham and Arsenal the standout tie. Wolves\u2019 midweek fightback has added extra intrigue to that fixture and other games across the weekend.<\/p>\n
Saturday\u2019s early kick-offs deliver several high-stakes battles. Aston Villa, eliminated from the FA Cup last weekend, can concentrate on the league and Europa League. Injuries have weakened Unai Emery\u2019s squad and, while Villa remain mathematically in the title picture, their priority is holding off a chasing pack. Leeds have been resilient this year under Daniel Farke and will look to exploit Villa\u2019s absences. Prediction: Aston Villa 2\u20132 Leeds.<\/p>\n
Brighton remain without a league victory since Jan. 3 and have failed to score in three straight matches. Fabian H\u00fcrzeler\u2019s side struggled against Liverpool in the FA Cup and could be drawn closer to the relegation fight. Brentford, sitting seventh and in contention for European football, can deepen Brighton\u2019s troubles if they repeat their recent standards. Prediction: Brentford 3\u20130 Brighton.<\/p>\n
Chelsea, who beat Burnley 2\u20130 in the reverse fixture, visit Turf Moor after an extra day\u2019s rest. Burnley claimed their first Premier League win since October at Crystal Palace last time out but remain nine points from safety. Chelsea aim to return to winning ways in the top flight. Prediction: Chelsea 3\u20130 Burnley.<\/p>\n
West Ham\u2019s squad depth was exposed in the FA Cup and they must rely on key performers like Crysencio Summerville to halt Bournemouth\u2019s resurgence. Andoni Iraola\u2019s future on the south coast remains unresolved. Prediction: West Ham 1\u20131 Bournemouth.<\/p>\n
Manchester City can cut the gap at the top after Arsenal\u2019s midweek slip at Molineux. City face Newcastle for a third meeting in quick succession, with the pair set to meet again in the FA Cup. Prediction: Man City 3\u20131 Newcastle.<\/p>\n
Crystal Palace are under pressure after recent European frustration and home disquiet, with fans heard chanting “Sacked in the morning” as Palace were held in a playoff tie. Wolves will aim to capitalise after earning a point at Arsenal. Prediction: Crystal Palace 0\u20131 Wolves.<\/p>\n
Further weekend calls: Nottingham Forest 1\u20132 Liverpool; Sunderland 1\u20130 Fulham; Tottenham 1\u20132 Arsenal; Everton 0\u20132 Man Utd. Gameweek 27 closes on Monday night with United visiting Everton.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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