Daily Mail's Premier League Predictor Game Returns for Exciting Gameweek 20
The popular Daily Mail Predictor competition makes its highly anticipated return for Premier League gameweek 20, offering football enthusiasts another chance to win substantial cash prizes while testing their forecasting skills against friends and experts alike.
Substantial Cash Prizes Available in Free-to-Play Format
This simple, completely free-to-play competition presents participants with the opportunity to secure significant financial rewards. A generous £1,000 prize is available each week for the top predictor, while an impressive £5,000 awaits the overall season champion who demonstrates consistent forecasting excellence across the campaign.
The game mechanics remain beautifully straightforward: players must predict the outcome of seven selected Premier League matches each gameweek, choosing between home win, away win, or draw for each fixture. This accessible format ensures both casual fans and dedicated football analysts can participate on equal terms.
Social Competition Through Customisable Leagues
Beyond individual competition, the Predictor game features comprehensive league functionality that enhances the social dimension of the experience. Participants can either create their own private or public leagues or join existing ones, enabling direct competition with friends, family members, colleagues, or even complete strangers who share their passion for football forecasting.
This league system transforms the game from a solitary pursuit into a vibrant community activity where participants can definitively prove their football knowledge surpasses that of their acquaintances or even the Daily Mail's own expert analysts.
Gameweek 20 Premier League Fixture Schedule
The action commences this weekend with Saturday's lunchtime encounter between West Ham United and Sunderland at the London Stadium. The 3pm kick-offs feature Burnley hosting Tottenham Hotspur at Turf Moor alongside Manchester City welcoming Wolverhampton Wanderers to the Etihad Stadium.
Saturday's fixtures conclude with the 5.30pm match between Bournemouth and Liverpool at the Vitality Stadium. Sunday brings three additional Premier League contests: Brentford versus Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace against Chelsea, and what many consider the weekend's standout fixture - Arsenal facing Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.
Expert Predictions from Daily Mail Sport's James Sharpe
Daily Mail Sport's football expert James Sharpe, who serves as this week's predictor to beat, has shared his detailed forecasts for the upcoming fixtures after what he describes as a challenging previous gameweek.
West Ham v Sunderland: Sharpe predicts a home win despite acknowledging West Ham's struggles at home since November, suggesting their dramatic last-minute winner against Tottenham could spark improved form.
Burnley v Tottenham: The expert forecasts a draw, noting Burnley's recent resilience against top sides including Liverpool and Manchester United, while acknowledging Tottenham's Champions League victory over Dortmund has provided manager Thomas Frank with valuable breathing space.
Manchester City v Wolves: Sharpe anticipates a home win for City despite their recent setbacks against Manchester United and Bodo/Glimt, believing they will bounce back convincingly against bottom-side Wolves, even with their improvement under manager Rob Edwards.
Bournemouth v Liverpool: Another draw prediction emerges here, with Sharpe pointing to Liverpool's four consecutive league draws despite a decent European victory, suggesting even Mohamed Salah's return might not guarantee three points.
Brentford v Nottingham Forest: The expert forecasts a home win, praising Brentford manager Keith Andrews for silencing doubters and guiding his team to fifth position, while noting struggling Forest's vulnerabilities.
Crystal Palace v Chelsea: Sharpe predicts an away win for Chelsea, citing Palace's turmoil following captain Marc Guehi's departure and manager Oliver Glasner's public criticisms of those around him.
Arsenal v Manchester United: The weekend's marquee fixture brings a home win prediction, with Sharpe acknowledging Michael Carrick's impressive victory over Manchester City but suggesting Arsenal present a sterner test as they continue their title march.
How to Participate in the Predictor Competition
Participants can access the Predictor game through multiple platforms, including the Daily Mail website or dedicated mobile application, providing flexibility for those who prefer different digital environments. The competition welcomes all football enthusiasts aged 18 and above who reside in Great Britain, though residents of Northern Ireland are excluded from participation.
All participants should review the comprehensive terms and conditions before entering the competition to ensure full understanding of the rules and eligibility requirements governing this popular football forecasting game.
