Bournemouth vs Everton - Bournemouth to win
Despite having no league wins in their previous four, Bournemouth's home record and overall record in this fixture give them the edge against the Toffees. The Cherries are unbeaten at the Vitality Stadium in the Premier League this season, with four wins and two losses from six matches. Against Everton, Bournemouth have the visitors' number, with five straight wins and no goals conceded in the last three meetings between the two sides. As for Everton, all their hard work at Old Trafford last Monday was meant for nothing at the weekend, as they succumbed to a humiliating 4-1 home defeat against Newcastle United. David Moyes' side have lost 50% of their last six away games heading into this fixture.
Fulham vs Manchester City - Manchester City to win
Fulham's recent form of three wins in four league games means they shouldn't be taken lightly; however, their record against Manchester City is appalling. The Cottagers have remarkably lost the last 18 meetings against Manchester City, with Fulham's last league win against the Citizens taking place in 2009. Manchester City, meanwhile, come into this game with five wins and two losses from their last seven games. Manchester City's recent game saw them avoid a comeback result from Leeds United, as thanks to a brace from Phil Foden, the Citizens recorded a 3-2 home win.
Newcastle vs Tottenham - Newcastle to win
Newcastle United could finally be showing signs of consistency in the Premier League, following two excellent victories at home to Manchester City (2-1) and away from home in their recent fixture against Everton (1-4). Newcastle United are also unbeaten in their last five meetings with Tottenham Hotspur. As for Spurs, Thomas Frank's side drew much criticism following their 2-1 home defeat to Fulham. That defeat now leaves the visitors for this fixture with no wins in their last four in all competitions and having suffered three consecutive defeats.
Burnley vs Crystal Palace - Crystal Palace to win
Scott Parker’s side were on course to earn a point away at Brentford, barring two late goals from the Bees. The defeat at the weekend now leaves Burnley with four straight defeats in the Premier League, suffering losses to the aforementioned Brentford (3-1), Chelsea (0-2), West Ham United (3-2) & Arsenal (0-2). Away from home in the Premier League, the Eagles have shown relatively solid form, having picked up three wins from their last five on the road, with wins against Wolves (0-2), West Ham (1-2) & Aston Villa (0-3). Burnley’s record of no clean sheets in their last five should appeal to a Crystal Palace side, who have scored first in six of their previous seven.
Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid - Real Madrid to win
Athletic Bilbao's recent victory against Levante (0-2) provided a positive spin on their recent form; however, for full context, the home side has lost three of their last five league games with defeats to Getafe (0-1), Real Sociedad (3-2) & Barcelona (4-0). Real Madrid have not lost a league fixture since the local derby defeat against Atletico at the end of September. Since that defeat, Los Blancos have won four of their seven league games, drawing the remaining three.
Wolves vs Nottingham Forest - Nottingham Forest to win
Rob Edwards’ side are still searching for their first Premier League win this season, following their recent 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa at the weekend. The home side have lost their last six league matches, with defeats to Crystal Palace (0-2), Chelsea (3-0), Fulham (3-0) most notably. It’s worth noting that Wolves have yet to score in each of their last four matches and have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last nine matches. Nottingham Forest have a good record in this fixture, having been unbeaten in the last six meetings between the two teams. Sean Dyche has had a solid start to life as Nottingham Forest manager, having won 50% of his fixtures thus far, with notable wins in the Premier League against Leeds United (3-1) and Liverpool (0-3).
Leeds vs Chelsea - Chelsea to win
Leeds United’s recent defeat against Manchester City (3-2) has now extended their winless run to four straight losses and therefore has increased pressure on Daniel Farke. The home side have a poor defensive record with no clean sheets in their last 10 matches. Chelsea battled hard for their draw at the weekend against Arsenal, with the Blues down to ten men following Moises Caicedo’s dismissal. Chelsea have won five of their last seven league matches, with wins against Liverpool (2-1), Nottingham Forest (0-3), Tottenham (0-1), Wolves (3-0) & Burnley (0-2).
Manchester United vs West Ham - Manchester United to win
Manchester United's win against Crystal Palace has changed the dynamic at Old Trafford, as the Red Devils have now lost once in their last seven league games, rather than potentially going winless in their last four. Speaking of Old Trafford, Ruben Amorim's side has won four of their six home games this season, losing only to Arsenal and Everton. West Ham United suffered a 2-0 defeat at home to Liverpool last time out and the Hammers have lost two of their last four away from home with losses to Leeds united (2-1) & Arsenal (2-0).