Football Analyst Sutton Takes On Singer Murs in Top Flight Predictions

The Gunners' ten-match winning streak came to an end by Sunderland before the international break, but can the Premier League leaders bounce back against north London rivals Tottenham this weekend?

"{I feel like Arsenal are miles ahead of Tottenham at the moment but Spurs manager Thomas Frank will have a plan for this game," remarked football specialist Chris Sutton.

"The Spurs manager will try to neutralize Arsenal, who have not always been at their sparkling finest this season - but Mikel Arteta's team usually still manage to win."

The analyst is forecasting results for all 380 Premier League games this term, against AI, fans and a variety of special visitors.

In week 12, he faces singer Olly Murs, who is a Manchester United supporter.

Murs' new album, Knees Up, is available on the weekend.

Soccer and Family Experiences

Olly is a skilled soccer player as well as a accomplished artist and has been a featured player of several charity football games down the years - but he is not intending a professional comeback as a footballer.

"{I actually played in a benefit game the other evening for a mate of mine," he said. "The team was losing 3-1 when I came off in the 60th minute, and they proceeded to win 4-3, so you can read into that what you want!

"I still love football, but I injured my knee a few years ago and it even now hasn't fully recovered. I wish I could play more but the unpredictability of the game means it's too risky for me in my profession to do it seriously again.

"Plus I am 41 now, and we are not all Cristiano Ronaldo, are we!? No, I am very happy not playing football and I am preparing for the time that my child or boy decides to play instead."

Murs and his wife his partner have two children, Madison and Albert, and he is ready to emulate his dad by becoming their coach.

"I will not force football on our kids but I've previously told Amelia that if they happen to get the passion for it then I will have to go and get my manager qualifications - and I will likely be managing their Saturday soccer team," he said.

"I observed my relatives play a lot, and I really got into it, and I clearly owned a soccer team for a period too.

"My father did it with us when I was a kid, which is probably where I get it from. He coached our side for two or three years and had a wonderful time with it. That might be the future for me as well, and I am excited to it!"

Premier League Forecasts

Weekend, 22 November

• Turf Moor, 12:30 GMT

Chelsea may have to wait a bit longer for Cole Palmer's comeback from fitness issues but their attack is already stronger with Joao Pedro and Liam Delap both back fit.

I still think this fixture will be quite close, however. The Clarets are disciplined and their only at Turf Moor defeats so far have been against the Reds and the Gunners.

This smells of a one-all draw to me, but I am in fact going to go with Chelsea to edge it for what would be their third Premier League win in a row.

The expert's forecast: 1-2

The singer's pick: The Blues will be too strong. 1-3

Artificial intelligence's outlook: 0-2

• Vitality Stadium, 15:00 GMT

The Cherries have been defeated in their previous couple matches - albeit both of them were on the road - but they got thoroughly beaten by Aston Villa last time out which shocked me.

In contrast, the Hammers secured two in a row before the international break and, although both of those fixtures were at home, they do look competitive again.

West Ham's sole away victory this campaign came at Forest in August, when West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo was still that team's coach.

So, what exactly do I go with here - will it be the Hammers continuing their streak under Nuno, or the home side bouncing back?

I am going to choose the Cherries, because I believe what occurred against Aston Villa was a anomaly.

The pundit's prediction: 2-0

The guest's prediction: Bournemouth are doing well but West Ham have improved under their boss. 2-2

AI's prediction: 1-1

• Amex Stadium, 15:00 GMT

Brentford were considered one of the favourites for relegation before the season began, but they have surprised a several observers under their manager and are in fine fettle with three wins in their last four matches.

My son told me to select Brentford striker Igor Thiago in my fantasy soccer team a few weeks back and, unfortunately, I ignored the advice.

The forward will likely find the net again on Saturday but I am still not going to select him or support Brentford at Amex Stadium.

They have not had great success on the travel this season, and Brighton are always decent at their stadium. Brentford will attempt to hit them on the break but I feel the home manager's team pose much more of a threat.

The analyst's forecast: 2-1

The singer's prediction: This could be a match where you think there is going to be a lot of scores but it in reality turns out to be rather close. 1-1

AI's outcome: 2-1

• Craven Cottage, 15:00 GMT

It is a massive game for the Cottagers, who have lost five of their past six matches.

They have got lots of quality in their squad but it still seems like they could be dragged into a relegation battle.

As for Sunderland, indeed they are the unexpected success of the Premier League campaign so far.

Their display in the 2-2 tie with the Gunners last time out was superb. We've not witnessed anyone else disrupt the Gunners like that this season, and Sunderland were fully competitive for them.

The logical choice would be to back the visitors here, because they are obviously able of roughing Fulham up too and, the last time they were in this part of London, they beat Chelsea at the close of October.

But I am not do that. Instead, I really need to continue opposing the away team with my forecasts. I am taking a lot of responsibility for their positive results because they clearly love to prove me wrong.

Considering Fulham's at Craven Cottage form, the sole side they have lost to is the league leaders. Their manager's side will be absolutely desperate for a positive outcome, so I am going to say they will pick up three points.

The expert's prediction: 1-0

Olly's choice: I'm aware the visitors are performing strongly and additionally that the hosts are on a bad streak... but they have still been respectable at Craven Cottage this season. 2-0

AI's prediction: 2-0

• Anfield, 15:00 GMT

It is a tough fixture to call. The Reds have suffered seven of their last ten matches in all competitions, but might they be one of the sides who benefit from the {international break|