Chelsea and Arsenal draw while Tottenham and Liverpool gain ground: Premier League predictions

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Click or swipe through for Thomas Woods' picks for this round of Premier League matches. All times UAE.

Chelsea 1 Arsenal 1 | Saturday, 4.30pm

Why? Arsenal were fantastic in the second half of their 2-1 home defeat to Watford – it's just a shame they were already 2-0 down by that point. If they can replicate that level of intensity, they have enough players capable of producing that special moment it probably needs to break through this Chelsea defence. Alexis Sanchez is the obvious dangerman, but Alex Iwobi was brilliantly unpredictable against Watford.

Everton 2 Bournemouth 0 | Saturday, 7pm

Why? Bournemouth have started shipping goals – a worrying trend. Five of their last six games have seen them concede at least twice. Everton, meanwhile, have kept a clean sheet in their last two home games. So you have a team with a pretty solid defence, a powerful star striker in Romelu Lukaku and home advantage, coming up against one that is struggling. Only one winner.

Crystal Palace 2 Sunderland 0 | Saturday, 7pm

Why? A rare clean sheet in the 2-0 win at Bournemouth is promising for Sam Allardyce's side. The former England manager knows he needs to fix Palace's defence – which has conceded 41 goals already – to keep them up. There's a good chance of another clean sheet here against a one-dimensional Sunderland side.

Hull City 1 Liverpool 3 | Saturday, 7pm

Why? Hull are in the middle of a horrific run of games and their survival hopes might be done by the end of them. Following Chelsea and Manchester United, the visit of a Liverpool side in a bit of a slump. But, with the onus on Hull to go on the front foot and start winning games, it could play into Liverpool's hands. They could rip Hull apart on the break.

Southampton 1 West Ham 0 | Saturday, 7pm

Why? This might be a first chance to see Southampton's record signing Manolo Gabbiadini. The former Napoli striker is a fine finisher and could be the solution to Southampton's lack of quality in front of goal. In what should be a tight game, the Italian can make an instant impact.

Watford 1 Burnley 0 | Saturday, 7pm

Why? More than 95% of Burnley's points have come at home this season and there's little evidence that will change. Watford, coming off a superb performance in the victory at Arsenal, made some impressive signings in the transfer window. M'Baye Niang is a definite upgrade on Odion Ighalo and Watford will hope he can strike up a prolific partnership with Troy Deeney.

West Brom 2 Stoke 1 | Saturday, 7pm

Why? It's not often West Brom have been in a better position than Stoke but they hold a four-point lead over their midlands rivals, who are ninth in the table. This could be Saido Berahino's first start for Stoke, against his former club, and surely it is a given that he'll score. But the West Brom side he left is resilient and has enough firepower to get three points.

Tottenham 3 Middlesbrough 0 | Saturday, 9.30pm

Why? We expected Tottenham to be in the goals at Sunderland in midweek, but they drew a surprising blank. It won't happen again as they host a Middlesbrough side who could easily be dragged into the relegation zone. Their lack of goals is hurting them and there is no way they will outscore Spurs.

Manchester City 3 Swansea 1 | Sunday, 5.30pm

Why? City still haven't cracked it defensively but Pep Guardiola has helped his side find their feet again attacking wise, with new signing Gabriel Jesus is spearheading an exciting line-up. With Leroy Sane in the side and Raheem Sterling playing well, there doesn't seem to be a place for Sergio Aguero. The Argentine may well sit this one out, too. City don't really need him.

Leicester 0 Manchester United 1 | Sunday, 8pm

Why? Leicester are in big bother and it stems from manager Claudio Ranieri having too many choices. They've not been able to find consistency and it shows in their recent results. One goal in their last six games is shocking. United won 4-1 at Old Trafford earlier in the season. Expect a tighter win this time.

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