Game week 24 of the 2024-25 Premier League season is here, and we can expect more twists and turns at both ends of the table. Everton vs. Leicester City will be a major fixture in the battle for survival, while Arsenal vs. Manchester City will have huge implications in the title race.
Here are our result predictions for this round of matches:
Nottingham Forest vs. Brighton Hove and Albion
Nobody expected surprise title contenders Nottingham Forest this season, who are currently 3rd in the table and just three points behind 2nd-place Arsenal. This makes it all the more surprising that Forest got thrashed by Bournemouth 5-0 last weekend, handing them their fifth and heaviest loss all season. Similarly, Brighton is also a team that has made impressive runs in the league this season and also lost last weekend to Everton.
We’re going for a draw here. Forest’s Callum Hudson-Odoi remains out and has been a key member of their squad this season, while Brighton is always capable of a great performance — especially against teams above them in the table.
Result prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Brighton Hove and Albion
Bournemouth vs. Liverpool
Speaking of surprising teams, who expected Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth to be one of the most feared Premier League sides right now? They are unbeaten in all competitions since November and are only 1 point away from Champions League places. Liverpool has shown frailties, especially in defense, as persistent injuries to center-backs Ibrahima Konate and Joe Gomez have proven to be problematic for them despite conceding the least amount of goals in the league. They also had the luxury of resting the vast majority of their players.
This is a difficult one to call, but we imagine Liverpool slipping up here. Bournemouth’s Justin Kluivert has been incredible this season and could continue to cause problems against the Reds.
Result prediction: Bournemouth 2-2 Liverpool
Everton vs Leicester City
Both of these teams recorded vital wins last weekend although under different circumstances. Everton, freshly reunited with manager David Moyes, beat Brighton while Leicester beat a Tottenham team ravaged by injuries. Still, their respective performances were impressive, and both teams will look to get an advantage in the relegation battle.
Jamie Vardy, at the ripe age of 38, is continuing to score seemingly at will. Even if he manages to get on the scoresheet, we think Moyes will continue his impressive start and record his third win out of three.
Result prediction: Everton 2-1 Leicester City
Ipswich Town vs. Southampton
Southampton is currently on course to having one of the worst Premier League campaigns in history, only mustering 6 points out of 23 games played. The record for worst-ever was Derby County with 11 points. With relegation inevitable, the goal has become avoiding a humiliating record.
Three points should be considered mandatory for Ipswich, who are in 19th and would leap over Wolves and Leicester should they fail to win. If Southampton’s starlet Tyler Dibling is considered unfit to start, it may be a long evening for the Saints.
Result prediction: Ipswich Town 2-0 Southampton
Newcastle United vs. Fulham
Newcastle’s impressive seven-game win streak was halted by a shock 4-1 loss to Bournemouth, but they recovered in the next game beating Southampton 3-1. Fulham is a bit of a mixed bag this season, beating Chelsea one week and losing to Wolves the next. They had an unusually poor performance against Manchester United at home last weekend and a tough game at St. James’ Park won’t help them.
At the moment, anything Newcastle striker Alexander Isak touches turns to gold, and there’s no reason to believe he won’t continue his hot streak here.
Result prediction: Newcastle 3-1 Fulham
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Aston Villa
Villa striker Jhon Duran has made his official move to Saudi Arabia, perhaps disappointingly. The 21-year-old has been a surprise standout this season, and seeing him perform at the highest level in the Champions League would have been a delight to see. Their other striker Ollie Watkins is a subject of interest from Arsenal, making it seem like Villa could suddenly be short of attackers come the end of the January window.
Wolverhampton is on a bad run of form, losing their last four in a row, so anything other than a loss will be welcomed with open arms.
Result prediction: Wolverhampton 1-2 Aston Villa
Brentford vs. Totteham Hotspur
At this point, Tottenham will just be hopeful they can get through these next few games without another major injury. Defender Mickey van de Ven played in the first half midweek in the Europa League, and Christian Romero is rumored to be coming back soon. However, defender Radu Dragusin went off during their midweek game, seemingly sacrificing one injury for another.
Brentford’s attack scores for fun this season, and it’s being spearheaded by Bryan Mbuemo (14 goals). With a Spurs defense that is barely holding it together, it might be too much for them to handle.
Result prediction: Brentford 3-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Manchester United vs. Crystal Palace
Manchester United won against Fulham last weekend, perhaps to the surprise of many. United haven’t necessarily been the most in-form team this season while Fulham have looked good. Crystal Palace is an opponent that United should be blowing away on paper, but the fact they’ve traveled midweek from Romania may make them more fatigued than their opponents. Striker Rasmus Hojlund has been the subject of much criticism this season, and he would do well to quiet those critics in this match.
Result prediction: Manchester United 2-0 Crystal Palace
Arsenal vs. Manchester City
Manchester City, fresh off another spending spree, are looking to continue their winning ways against title contenders Arsenal. City are historically good at the Emirates Stadium despite losing there last season. The reverse fixture at the Etihad was packed with excitement in a 2-2 draw with a Leondro Trossard red card, and there’s little reason to think that it won’t be another open game. City has improved considerably since then, and with the addition of their new signings, it could give them an edge.
Result prediction: Arsenal 1-3 Manchester City
Chelsea vs. West Ham
This London Derby has a bit more riding on it than it usually does. Former Chelsea manager Graham Potter will return to Stamford Bridge, but this time in the opposing dugout. West Ham have seen improved performances under him, but the results have been a mixed bag. Still, there is a clear identity, which is something that could hardly be said under former manager Julen Lopetegui. However, Chelsea’s firepower up front, combined with their home advantage, will make this a bridge too far for West Ham.
Result prediction: Chelsea 2-0 West Ham
