BetVictor Brand Ambassador Harry Redknapp is here to give us his predictions ahead of this weekend’s Premier League action.
He’s expecting big wins for Man Utd and Newcastle, along with three points for Spurs in their huge clash against Liverpool.
Harry Redknapp’s Premier League Predictions:
• Aston Villa vs. Brighton (Draw – 2-2)
• Bournemouth vs. Arsenal (Arsenal to win 2-0)
• Everton vs. Luton (Everton to win 2-0)
• Man United vs. Palace (Man United to win 3-0)
• Newcastle vs. Burnley (Newcastle to win 3-0)
• West Ham vs. Sheffield United (West Ham to win 2-0)
• Tottenham vs. Liverpool (Tottenham to win 3-1)
• Nottingham Forest vs. Brentford (Forest to win 2-1)
• Fulham vs. Chelsea (Chelsea to win 2-1)
• Wolves vs. Man City (Man City to win 4-0)
Aston Villa 2-2 Brighton
“Nice lunchtime game to start the weekend here. Both sides lost in the cup during the week but they’ve been in some good form in the league. Villa got a great win at the Bridge last week and Brighton have won three in a row.
I really can’t separate them, they’ll be goals though, Brighton haven’t kept a clean sheet all season. 2-2. “
One to watch– “There’s a lot of good players on show here but after the winner last week, I’m looking forward to seeing Ollie Watkins here.”
Bournemouth 0-2 Arsenal
“Bournemouth have been hard to beat at home and got a good point against Chelsea here a few weeks ago. I worry where the goals will come from though, they aren’t high scoring.
It’s a big couple of weeks for Arsenal. Dropped points last week in the North London derby means that they need the three points here.
I can see Bournemouth making things awkward for Arsenal but I just can’t see how they can hurt them. 2-0 to the Arsenal.“
One to watch– “Odegaard’s creativity and quality in the final third will unlock what will be a resolute Bournemouth defence.”
Everton 2-0 Luton
“I think Everton have turned the corner. I don’t think they’ve been bad all season, but they haven’t been taking chances. Calvert-Lewin is finding the net again though and I like the pairing of Tarkowski and the young lad Branthwaite at the back, he looks a good player.
I was glad to see Luton get a point last week, but I worry where the next one will come. You can’t ever accuse this side of lacking heart; they just don’t quite have the quality at this level.
I think Everton will win this one quite comfortably. “
One to watch– “Calvert-Lewin has a couple of goals in the last week, Everton are a different side with this lad in form.“
Man United 3-0 Palace
“It’s been a difficult few weeks for United but they’ve won two in a row in all competitions and more importantly, a clean sheet in both. They cruised to the win over Palace in midweek in the cup, I think we’ll see similar here.
Roy’s not got it easy at the minute, there’s plenty of injuries in his side. I’m sure he’d love to have Michael Olise fit but he’ll have to make do with what he’s got.
I can’t see Palace going to Old Trafford and getting something. 3-0 to United.”
One to watch– “Mason Mount was excellent in the cup game during the week, I think he’s beginning to settle in his new side.“
Newcastle 3-0 Burnley
“What a week it’s been for Eddie Howe’s side. 8-0 over Sheffield United and 1-0 over City, I’m not sure what the better win is! They’ll enter this game with so much belief and confidence.
Burnley are having a tough time in the league; they just don’t score enough. Vincent Kompany likes his side to keep the ball and play good football but it’s difficult at this level with these players.
I can only see this as an easy win for Newcastle.”
One to watch– “I could pick all sorts of players for Newcastle at the minute but I’m going with Anthony Gordon. I like the enthusiasm and energy that this lad plays with, I love watching him with the ball at his feet.“
Wolves 0-4 Man City
“Wolves have a bit of threat about them going forward but they leak far too many goals for my liking. They’ve had some tough games to start the season though, they should pick up some points in the next few weeks.
City got put out of the cup during the week but if Pep was to be honest, I don’t think he’ll be all that bothered. They’ve made such a strong start to the league; I don’t see anyone stopping them this season again.
I like Gary O’Neill so I don’t like saying this, but I think Wolves could get heavily beat here.”
One to watch– “Doku is so exciting when he gets the ball. This lad is so quick, so direct and he’s got every skill in the book. He looks a nightmare to play against!”
West Ham 2-0 Sheffield United
“I think we’ll see a good performance here from West Ham. I like the look of all the new signings and can see the Hammers getting better and better as the season goes on. They got beat at Anfield last week but that can happen to any side.
I don’t know what to expect from Sheffield United this week. Last week was a complete disaster and they can’t afford another heavy defeat, they’ve got to worry about their goal difference already.
I don’t think Sheffield United will concede loads here. These are professional players we’re talking about; these lads have pride and will want to show some character. West Ham will still win this easily though”.
One to watch– “From the glimpses of Kudus that I’ve seen, I think he could be a top player. This could be the game that he really announces himself to that West Ham faithful.”
Tottenham 3-1 Liverpool
“I can’t wait for this one. I’ve loved what I’ve seen from Spurs this season. I had a feeling the Spurs fans would take to big Ange but I didn’t think it would be this quick. They showed so much character against Arsenal last week, they would have lost that game in previous seasons.
Liverpool have won five in a row, I really like what I’m seeing from them. This squad looks revitalised, they’ve done some good business in the summer. Don’t ask me to pronounce his name but Szoboszlai looks like a top, top player to me! What a fantastic goal that was against Leicester, it was like watching Steven Gerrard.
I’m picking Spurs here though. The club seems revitalised, I’m saying 3-1”.
One to watch– “James Maddison has been one of the league’s best players. I’ve always liked the lad and I’m delighted he’s silenced some of his doubters”.
Forest 2-1 Brentford
“Difficult one to predict. Forest have had some tough fixtures of late, but they’ve given a good account of themselves and should have another decent season. They’ve competed well in every game this season and have a good home record.
Brentford are going through a difficult spell at the minute. They’ve had some injuries and the squad is really getting stretched. They’ve got a good manager though; they’ll turn things around.
I’m picking Forest though. It’s not an easy ground to go to and I think they’ll edge an even game”.
One to watch– “Gibbs-White is always the key man for Forest for me, he’s a lovely footballer. He’s got that final pass that not many players have.”
Fulham 1-2 Chelsea
“Last up, a West London derby between Fulham and Chelsea. Fulham haven’t been scoring a lot, but they’ve been solid at the back and have clean sheets in their last two league games.
Chelsea still look like a work in progress to me. They’ve got some tough fixtures coming up, so they really need to improve fast. It wasn’t a great performance but that was a good win over Brighton in the cup, that’s something to build on.
It will be a close one at the Cottage but I’m going for Chelsea. Poch needs a win in the league, and he’ll get one here, 2-1”.
One to watch– “Cole Palmer caught my eye during the week in the cup and I think he’ll play a big part here. The young lad has a lovely left foot and a real eye for a pass too”.