Dec 27 2008
Dec 28/29 Preview And Predictions
Newcastle v Liverpool my prediction 2-1 Liverpool
Newcastle, who had been on a nice points streak, saw that come to an end on Friday against Wigan, and look to be in tough against the league leaders with Robbie Keane who seems to have found his scoring boots.
Arsenal v Porstmouth my prediction 3-1 Arsenal
The Gunners will still be seething after letting their 2 goal lead slip against Aston Villa and will look to take it out on Pompey, losers of their last three.
Bolton v Wigan my prediction 1-1
Wigan are one of the hottest teams in the league at the moment, unbeaten in their last 5 games (including 4 wins). Bolton have faltered somewhat, but are always a tough nut to crack at the Reebok. Looks like honors even here.
Everton v Sunderland my prediction 1-0 Everton
Everton are quietly going about their business and picking up wins, something they seem to do each season. Sunderland will look to impress new boss Rocky Sbragia, but will find it tough sledding at Goodison.
Fulham v Chelsea my predcition 2-0 Chelsea
Chelsea are going to be in for a tough time trying to break down a Fulham side that are making a habit of tying games. The blues should have enough firepower to get it done.
West Brom v Tottenham my prediction 1-0 Spurs
Tottenham have been struggling of late, thanks in large part to their deperate need for a quality striker. Playing WBA seems to be the cure for a lot of ills though, and Spurs should pick up all 3 points.
West Ham v Stoke my prediction 2-2
Both teams are coming off fine performances on Friday and this looks like it could be a pretty decent match. I expect a share of the spoils here.
Blackburn v Man City my prediction 3-1 City
Both teams have identical records over their last 5 games, but City have the scoring power to make the difference here. Robhino and Stephen Ireland are both in a rich vein of form and could capitalize on a porous Blackburn defence.
Man Utd v Middlesbrough my prediction 3-0 United
United return home to the Theater Of Dreams where they are quite simply invincible, and should make short work of a Boro side that haven’t seen a win in a number of weeks.
