Alan Shearer, however, added that despite his predictions, most of the top 5 EPL sides are in for difficult matches
By Kehinde Okeowo
Newcastle legend, Alan Shearer, has given his verdict on the English Premier League (EPL) fixtures that will be played on the weekend before Christmas.
The standout match will be Liverpool’s trip to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, but before then, some key games will be played across stadiums in the United Kingdom.
The encounters come after the Carabao Cup quarter-final ties in midweek.
Speaking ahead of the week 17 fixtures, Shearer, while talking to BetFair predicted wins for League leaders, Liverpool, second placed Chelsea and North London club, Arsenal.
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He, however, added that reigning league champions, Manchester City will play a draw away to Aston Villa.
The former English Premier League striker said: “Aston Villa v Man City – They’re a good side Villa and when they’re roared on with that crowd behind them, they’ll be very difficult to stop. They’re particularly good in forward positions. I’ll go for a draw.
“Crystal Palace v Arsenal – This is a really tough test for Arsenal. I’d expect them to bounce back here so I’ll go for an away win but not an easy one. It’ll be a very, very interesting game Prediction: Arsenal win.
“Everton v Chelsea – Any team that are sat in second, in the form that Chelsea are in, are in the title race. Of course they’ve got a chance. I still don’t think they’ll win it, though. Prediction: Chelsea win.
“Man United v Bournemouth – Looking at the game this weekend, I’ll go for a draw. I think Bournemouth will get something out of the game, Prediction: Draw.
“Spurs v Liverpool – I think Liverpool will go there and win but we could be in for a cracking game with lots of goals. Liverpool will just edge it. Prediction: Liverpool win.”
