MX23RW : Wednesday, December 18 07:02:21| >> :120:15868:15868:

Sunday's Premier League predictions including Manchester City vs. Chelsea

Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Premier League fixtures, including Manchester City vs. Chelsea.


West Ham vs. Leeds (Sunday, 1.30pm)

West Ham United's Michail Antonio with teammates celebrate after the match on May 18, 2023© Reuters

Revelling in one of their most famous European nights in history, West Ham United return to domestic duties to host Leeds United at the London Stadium in Sunday's Premier League affair.

While David Moyes's side were busy booking their tickets to the Europa Conference League final, the Whites have had a week to reflect on their enthralling 2-2 draw versus Newcastle United.

We say: West Ham United 1-2 Leeds United


With Leeds both scoring and conceding in their last 11 Premier League matches, goals are virtually guaranteed whenever the Whites step foot onto the field, and they have shown enough under Allardyce so far to suggest that they can trouble a weary West Ham side.

As well as jellied legs, Moyes's men may already have one eye on the Europa Conference League final with safety almost assured, and we would not be surprised to see Leeds capitalise on West Ham's continental exertions to pinch a priceless victory in their battle against demotion.

Our tipster partners are predicting over 2.5 goals.

> Click here to read our full preview for this match


Brighton vs. Southampton (Sunday, 2.00pm)

Southampton players look disappointed after conceding against Fulham on May 13, 2023© Reuters

In their first Premier League game since their relegation to the Championship was confirmed, Southampton face a taxing trip across the South coast to meet Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon.

The Saints' fate was sealed in a 2-0 defeat to Fulham last weekend, while Roberto De Zerbi's men were brought crashing back down to earth in a 4-1 midweek humbling against Newcastle United.

We say: Brighton & Hove Albion 3-1 Southampton


Strange things can happen when a side have already been condemned to the drop, and given Brighton's recent shortcomings against bottom-half teams, Southampton should be given free rein to attack a fatigued Seagulls backline this weekend.

Such a gung-ho approach will no doubt have its drawbacks, though, and with several key players expected to return to the first XI, Brighton should once again follow a chastening defeat with a dominant win - the first for the home side in 12 attempts in this fixture - to get their Europa League charge back in track.

Our tipster partners are predicting over 2.5 goals.

> Click here to read our full preview for this match


Man City vs. Chelsea (Sunday, 4.00pm)

Manchester City's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Bernardo Silva on May 17, 2023© Reuters

Manchester City welcome Chelsea to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday knowing that a victory will be enough to see them crowned champions of the Premier League for a third successive season.

The West Londoners are seeking revenge having already lost three times against the Citizens this campaign, including a 1-0 league defeat at Stamford Bridge in January courtesy of a second-half strike from Riyad Mahrez.

We say: Manchester City 3-0 Chelsea


Even if Guardiola decides to rotate his side, Man City have the strength in depth to dispatch a Chelsea outfit merely playing for pride and experiencing an experimental phase as the season draws to a close.

The Citizens have won their final home league fixture in eight of the last nine seasons and we expect them to secure another comfortable victory over the Blues in front of a party atmosphere at the Etihad.

Our tipster partners are predicting a home win.

> Click here to read our full preview for this match

> How Chelsea could line up against Man City

> How Man City could line up against Chelsea

> Man City injury, suspension list vs. Chelsea

> Chelsea injury, suspension list vs. Man City

ID:514307:1false2false3false:QQ:: from db desktop :LenBod:collect8392:
Written by
Ben Knapton
Collect / Create New Data
Share this article now:
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring for Chelsea on May 13, 2023
Read Next:
Premier League Team of the Week - Salah, Gundogan, Sterling
>
Sports Mole Logo
Enter your email address to subscribe to Sports Mole's free daily transfer newsletter! Sent twice a day during the transfer window.
rhs 2.0
Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool15113131131836
2Chelsea16104237191834
3Arsenal1686229151430
4Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest168442119228
5Manchester CityMan City168352823527
6Bournemouth167452421325
7Aston Villa167452425-125
8Fulham166642422224
9Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton166642625124
10Tottenham HotspurSpurs1672736191723
11Brentford167273230223
12Newcastle UnitedNewcastle166552321223
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd166462119222
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham165472129-819
15Crystal Palace163761721-416
16Everton153661421-715
17Leicester CityLeicester163582134-1314
18Ipswich TownIpswich162681628-1212
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1623112440-169
20Southampton1612131136-255


Sports Mole provides in-depth previews and predictions for every match from the biggest leagues and competitions in world football.
Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after collecting the Golden Ball award on December 18, 2022Sign up for our FREE daily preview newsletter direct to your inbox!