Gameweek 23 is a useful food for thought for Premier League clubs as all 20 teams prepare to take on the opponents they faced on the opening weekend of the season.
Some will long to return to August to right the wrongs of the first half of the season, while others will be amazed at how much progress they have made since they kicked off 2024/25.
Whatever the case, there are some exciting clashes to be had, with Chelsea’s game against Manchester City the standout game of another exciting weekend of action. Saturday is packed with stories as the top three are all in action during the Blackout afternoon slot.
Tottenham and Manchester United will feel Europa League losses on Sunday as both clubs desperately try to turn things around after challenging runs. The failed duo are now only ten points away from the relegation zone.
Here are 90 minutes Predictions for Gameweek 23.
There is no early kick-off on Saturday, but there are five exciting meetings with the league leaders at 15:00 GMT Liverpool among the active. After making up ground on their title rivals last weekend, the Reds will be looking to extend their lead as hosts against 18th place Ipswich town. The Tractor Boys will need a miracle to beat Arne Slot’s team.
Liverpool’s leading rivals for the Premier League title are also in action. arsenal Take a trip to the Midlands to face it Wolverhampton Wanderers They want to redeem themselves after last weekend’s slip-up. The Gunners won the second leg 2-0 and will be buoyed by the fact the Old Gold have lost their last three league games.
Nottingham Forest will be keeping a close eye on the Gunners and Reds this weekend. The Tricky Trees are currently third in the table, six points clear of fifth place as they surprisingly aim for Champions League qualification. A journey to get in shape Bournemouthwho are unbeaten in ten league games will pose a big challenge for Nuno Espirito Santo’s team.
David Moyes secured the first win of his return Everton The Toffees beat Spurs last time out and they will be looking to build momentum against the Toffees Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday. The Seagulls have rediscovered their mojo after back-to-back wins, including a third successive win at Old Trafford last Sunday.
Newcastle United suffered a setback in their quest for Champions League qualification when they were humiliated by Bournemouth in their last game, but the road to bottom was over Southampton should prove more fruitful. The Saints have only collected six points this season and are already facing relegation.
The weekend’s blockbuster takes place on Saturday at the Glamor Spot Chelsea visit Manchester City. Neither team is in particularly encouraging form, with the Cityzens blowing a two-goal lead in their 4-2 midweek humiliation against Paris Saint-Germain. The Blues won against Wolves last Monday, but had previously gone five games without a win.
Kick-off time (GMT) | device | forecast |
|---|---|---|
3:00 p.m | Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest | 1-1 |
3:00 p.m | Brighton vs Everton | 2:0 |
3:00 p.m | Liverpool vs Ipswich | 4-1 |
3:00 p.m | Southampton vs Newcastle | 1-3 |
3:00 p.m | Wolves vs Arsenal | 1-3 |
5:30 p.m | Man City vs Chelsea | 2-1 |
An all-London event will help kick things off on Sunday Brentford Travel around the capital to see Crystal Palace. Thomas Frank has seen his side win just one of their last seven Premier League games as their home invincibility has faded and the resurgent Eagles are ready to punish them after a run of four wins and two draws in their last six games.
Tottenham They were offered a reprieve from their hot streak in midweek with victory against Hoffenheim in the Europa League, but they have still lost five of their last six Premier League games. They are currently in 15th place and are only ten points ahead of their upcoming opponents Leicester Citywho have lost their last seven league games as the pressure grows on Ruud van Nistelrooy.
Graham Potter’s West Ham United However, debut came Aston Villa in the third round of the FA Cup and the Irons boss returns to the Midlands on Sunday looking for revenge. The Hammers suffered a disappointing defeat against Palace last weekend and will be underdogs against the Villans, who suffered a disappointing European Cup defeat in Monaco on Tuesday.
Manchester United were anything but convincing on Thursday evening as they snatched an injury-time winner against Rangers in the Europa League. After last weekend’s dismal defeat to Brighton, Ruben Amorim’s side will need to improve as they travel to Brighton Fulham Looking for three crucial points. The Cottagers are seven points ahead of the Red Devils and fancy their chances of inflicting more misery on the 13-time Premier League champions.
Kick-off time (GMT) | device | forecast |
|---|---|---|
2:00 p.m | Crystal Palace vs Brentford | 2-1 |
2:00 p.m | Tottenham vs Leicester | 3-1 |
4:30 p.m | Aston Villa vs West Ham | 2:0 |
7:00 p.m | Fulham vs Man Utd | 2-2 |