Premier League predictions with Mark Clattenburg and Graeme Bailey as club football returns

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TBR Football speaks to former referee Mark Clattenburg and chief correspondent Graeme Bailey, who give their Premier League predictions for the weekend ahead.

After an international break that saw England win both games under Thomas Tuchel, the Premier League returns – and it does so with a bang.

Aston Villa take on Tottenham in what will be a tense encounter, while Liverpool host Manchester United in one of English football’s great rivalries.

Here, TBR Football hears from two leading voices in the game as they share their verdicts on what promises to be another compelling weekend of Premier League action.

Premier League Predictions for Game Week Eight

Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea

Mark Clattenburg: “Something has to turn for Ange Postecoglou and I believe, with the crowd behind them, they’ll match Chelsea.”

• Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Chelsea

Graeme Bailey: “I don’t think Ange’s high line is a good fit for Forest and Chelsea will take advantage.”

• Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Chelsea

TalkingPoints

Poll: Your prediction?

Brighton vs Newcastle United

Mark Clattenburg: “Draw Newcastle have found some form, but Brighton are strong at home.”

• Prediction: Brighton 1-1 Newcastle United

Graeme Bailey: “Newcastle are coming into a bit of form and I am not a huge fan of Brighton under Fabian Hurzler – I think they are pretty ordinary.”

• Prediction: Brighton 0-2 Newcastle United

Burnley vs Leeds United

Mark Clattenburg: “This is a tough one to call, but I think Burnley will nick it by the odd goal at home.”

• Prediction: Burnley 2 – 1 Leeds United

Graeme Bailey: I think both of these sides have performed pretty well since being promoted – Scott Parker’s side needs the win here, but I think they come up short.

• Prediction: Burnley 2 – 2 Leeds United

Crystal Palace vs AFC Bournemouth

Mark Clattenburg: “Another tough one to call as both teams are in great form, but I think Crystal Palace will win.”

• Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-0 AFC Bournemouth

Graeme Bailey: “Glasner vs Iraola – two of the most in-demand managers in Europe – this is a cracker but they cancel each other out.”

• Prediction: Crystal Palace 1-1 AFC Bournemouth

Manchester City vs Everton

Mark Clattenburg: “Manchester City at home will always be difficult for any team. Easy win.”

• Prediction: Manchester City 3-0 Everton

Graeme Bailey: “No Jack Grealish is a huge blow for Everton, but a huge relief to City as they will be happy not to face him. City ease to victory.”

• Prediction: Manchester City 2-0 Everton

Sunderland vs Wolverhampton Wanderers

Mark Clattenburg: “Sunderland are very strong at home, but Wolves will make it difficult.”

• Prediction: Sunderland 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Graeme Bailey: “Wolves, I think, are better than their record suggests, but just not sure they have enough to win on Wearside.”

• Prediction: Sunderland 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Fulham vs Arsenal

Mark Clattenburg: “Arsenal are in good form.”

• Prediction: Fulham 1-3 Arsenal

Graeme Bailey: “It is games like this that potential champions get over the line. This won’t be pretty, but it will be three points for Mikel Arteta.”

• Prediction: Fulham 0-2 Arsenal

TalkingPoints

Poll: Will Arsenal continue their good start?

Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa

Mark Clattenburg: “Spurs are strong at home this season, and Aston Villa are not consistent.”

• Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 Aston Villa

Graeme Bailey: “Two of the most unpredictable sides in the EPL. Villa look improved, but I think Tottenham have the edge.”

• Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Aston Villa

Liverpool vs Manchester United

Mark Clattenburg: “Always a tough match, but home advantage will help Liverpool.”

• Prediction: Liverpool 2-0 Manchester United

Graeme Bailey: “A lot of things are going to have to happen for United to get something from this game… and they won’t. The pressure is piled back on Amorim with Arne Slot’s side finally turning up for the first time this season.”

• Prediction: Liverpool 3-0 Manchester United

TalkingPoints

Poll: The big one! Who will win?

West Ham United vs Brentford

Mark Clattenburg: “West Ham have to get something from the game.”

• Prediction: West Ham 0-0 Brentford

Graeme Bailey: “Big game for Nuno and his new side. This is a relegation six-pointer; there is no doubt about that. The Hammers edge it.”

• Prediction: West Ham 2-1 Brentford

A blockbuster weekend! Keep coming back to TBR Football for match coverage, news, opinions and more as we look forward to the Premier League games ahead.