Premier League Predictions: More misery for West Ham and Potter

We are four weeks into the Premier League season and Simon leads the way on our prediction leaderboard with 32 points. Nick is currently positioned in second with 29, while me, Conor, has some catching up to do with 20. 

It's me back on copy duty for gameweek 5, as I look for much better success. Read on for my latest Premier League Predictions.

Liverpool vs Everton (Saturday 12:30 BST) - 2-1 @ 7/1

The week's action kicks off with the Merseyside derby as Liverpool host Everton at Anfield. The Reds were fortunate to leave Burnley with three points last weekend thanks to a late Mohamed Salah penalty.

Arne Slot's side are coming up with late wins frequently this term, bailing out performances that are not particularly convincing. Everton will be a tough test on Saturday as the Toffees have lost just one of their four games to date in the top flight.

I did consider going for a draw here, but the trend seems to be Liverpool coming up with a goal when they need it...

Nick: 2-1

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Tottenham Hotspur (Saturday 15:00 BST) - 2-2 @ 10/1

Brighton & Hove Albion are unbeaten at home in the Premier League so far this season and they have won three of the last four meetings with Tottenham Hotspur, with two coming at the Amex Stadium.

Spurs have started the season well under Thomas Frank, winning three of their first four fixtures in the top flight. I think this one is a difficult result to call so I'm going to sit on the fence with a draw, but I believe it will be an entertaining one.

Nick: 3-1

Burnley vs Nottingham Forest (Saturday 15:00 BST) - 2-1 @ 11/1

Burnley were unfortunate not to come away with a point against Liverpool last weekend and I think they can improve on that when Nottingham Forest come to town on Saturday. The Tricky Trees are still trying to get to grips with the style of play under new boss Ange Postecoglou and it seems like it may take a while before things start to click.

I believe that this could play into Burnley's hands, who are hoping to secure a second league win of the campaign.

Nick: 1-2

West Ham United vs Crystal Palace (Saturday 15:00 BST) - 0-2 @ 11/1

Pressure continues to mount on West Ham United boss Graham Potter after his side were dismantled 3-0 at home to Tottenham last weekend. Another home match comes around to make amends, but it is another difficult contest in the form of Crystal Palace.

The Eagles remain unbeaten in the Premier League and have conceded just the one goal in four games thus far. I think their strong defence can shut out a wailing Hammers side, while Palace's attackers can hit the Irons for a couple of goals.

Nick: 1-1

Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Leeds United (Saturday 15:00 BST) - 1-1 @ 5/1

Wolverhampton Wanderers' season is already looking bleak as they have already lost each of their opening four fixtures in the top flight. They return to Molineux on Saturday to face newly-promoted Leeds United, who haven't won since the opening weekend.

The Whites' triumph over Everton came from the penalty spot, and that is the only goal they have mustered in the Premier League in 2025/26. Both these teams have issues that need sorting, and this is already a big clash at the bottom of the table.

I'm not convinced either team has what it takes to collect the three points, so a low-scoring draw looks appealing.

Nick: 2-1

Manchester United vs Chelsea (Saturday 17:30 BST) - 1-2 @ 8/1

After losing 3-0 to rivals Manchester City last week, Manchester United will look to respond when they host Chelsea at Old Trafford. The Red Devils should be well-rested without European football, while the Blues suffered a 3-1 defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday.

Regardless, I still think Chelsea will be able to beat United as they have far greater squad depth than their hosts, and more importantly, they are better coached.

Nick: 1-3

Fulham vs Brentford (Saturday 20:00 BST) - 1-1 @ 11/2

For the second Saturday in a row, a west London derby takes up the night-time TV slot as Fulham welcome Brentford to Craven Cottage. The hosts won this fixture 2-1 last term thanks to two injury-time goals from Harry Wilson.

One place separates the two teams in the table heading into the weekend with Fulham on five points to Brentford's four. I think they have had pretty similar starts to the campaign and so I believe they may end up cancelling one another out at the Cottage.

The Cottagers's two draw so far this campaign have ended 1-1 and I think this could be the outcome against the Bees.

Nick: 2-1

Today's Football Fixtures

AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United (Sunday 14:00 BST) - 2-1 @ 17/2

AFC Bournemouth have enjoyed a fine start to the season with three wins from their opening four games. The Cherries have won their two home appearances to date and next up for them at the Vitality Stadium is Newcastle United.

It seems like the Magpies are still adjusting to life without Alexander Isak and it was surprising to see them only beat Wolves by one goal last weekend. They will also make the trip to Dorset on Sunday after an exhausting exercise against Barcelona in the Champions League on Thursday.

The Cherries may just be the ones to do the picking here, and I fancy them to record another victory.

Nick: 2-2

Sunderland vs Aston Villa (Sunday 14:00 BST) - 1-0 @ 9/1

Newly-promoted Sunderland have started well back in the Premier League, winning two of their opening four matches. The Black Cats have won their two games at the Stadium of Light to date and they should be feeling confident in making it a third when Aston Villa make the trip to Wearside on Sunday.

Unai Emery's side are still waiting to score their first league goal of 2025/26, but the drought in all competitions ended as Harvey Elliott struck at Brentford in the Carabao Cup in midweek.

However, they lost on penalties and there are still some glaring issues in their play and they may experience more problems in front of goal against a buoyant Sunderland side.

Nick: 1-2

Arsenal vs Manchester City (Sunday 16:30 BST) - 2-2 @ 12/1

In recent years this has been the most anticipated Premier League clash on the calendar and after both teams were left disappointed in the title race last year, they will be hoping that they can play bigger roles in it in 2025/26.

Arsenal won this fixture last year by a whopping 5-1 scoreline, while a dramatic 2-2 was played out at the Etihad Stadium. The Gunners head into this game off the back of a 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest last weekend, while Manchester City posted the same scoreline against Man United.

Both clubs have added to their ranks in the summer, which should add an extra layer to this contest. I do think this could be another battle played like a chess match, so I think a high-scoring draw may be on the cards.

Nick: 1-1

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