A rather uneven list of fixtures(matches) this weekend, with a number of top sides playing those at the bottom. Man U and Arsenal are playing newly promoted teams, leaders Liverpool playing bottom Tottenham, and Villa playing Newcastle. I think we could see some big scorelines, as the men will be separated from the boys.Saturday
Fulham at Everton- Last season this would have been a no doubter, but Everton has yet to win at home this season. Fulham don't have a road win yet, and I doubt this will be when they get their first. Everton should have their shooting boots(cleat) ready, and a thrashing could jumpstart their season. Everton 4-1
Hull at Man U- Hull got a lesson from Chelsea on Wednesday, and they should get another from Man U on Saturday. If Ronaldo grabbed two goals against West Ham, he could get a half dozen against Hull. A win would also see the red devils jump Hull into the standings. Man U 5-0
West Ham at Middlesbrough- Two inconsistent teams, that look safe one week and relegation fodder the next. Boro are strong at home, and with the Hammers are missing Ashton, Cole and Noble, they may not have the offense necessary to get a result. The players to watch are Alves and Bellamy, and the topscorer of those two should lead his team to a result. Boro 3-2
Wigan at Portsmouth- Portsmouth have played two close games since Harry left, and this could be another close one. They seem to have trouble scoring goals, and the Crouch-Defoe combo seems to miss Redknapp. Brucie's team has impressed, but a lack of results sees them in the relegation zone. The fortress that is Fratton Park should hold up. Portsmouth 2-1
Arsenal at Stoke- Finesse versus strength, all of Stoke's wins this season have been at home. Arsenal usually respond after a disappointing performance, and Wednesday's draw was definitely a disappointment. If Stoke can keep a tight back line, play direct football and use their throw-ins and set pieces to good effect they might be able to get a result(doubt it). Arsenal 6-1
Sunderland at Chelsea- Chelsea currently have a one game losing streak at home, but this game should start a new streak. Cisse has been a handful, and Chelsea's back line looks a step slower with Carvalho out. Chelsea is really battling injuries and fatigue, which should be a harder opponent than Sunderland. Chelsea 3-1
Blackburn at WBA- Two teams that have slid down the table recently, the Baggies need home victories if they want to stay up. Roque Santa Cruz is out for a few weeks, and will need McCarthy, Villanueva, Derbyshire and Roberts to produce. If West Brom loses this one, questions will be asked of Mowbray and his tactics. Tie 1-1
Liverpool at Tottenham- Liverpool did not look very convincing against Portsmouth, and have to travel to a resurgent Tottenham. Liverpool don't have the deepest squad, and with a midweek match against Atletico Madrid, it will be interesting to see Rafa's squad. Tottenham have a shot, but Liverpool have the luck. Liverpool 2-1
Sunday
Man City at Bolton- Important game for both teams, Bolton needs points to get out of the drop zone and City need to bounce back from their loss to Boro. Bolton seem toothless, will try to use their size, and need the Davies/Nolan combo to find the net. If Robinho shows up this game could get ugly fast, and Gary Megson's time looks to be running out. City 3-1
One Liners
- Fergie says he waited by the phone for apology from ref Alan Wiley, doesn't understand what a mobile is
- Sherwood joins Redknapp at Tottenham, in charge of praising Redknapp after the game
- Ballack apologizes to Low, says that he doesn't dress like a German architect
- Bentley says game at Emirates best night of his life, girl he lost his virginity to fumes
- Hughes dismisses salary cap, that's a bit like Gates dismissing taxes
