The latest round of the Daily Mail Sport's hugely popular Predictor game proved a stern test for fans and experts alike, with a mere handful of participants managing a perfect score across a dramatic Premier League gameweek 13.
A Weekend of Surprises and Narrow Wins
Out of thousands of entries from across the nation, only five individuals successfully forecast all seven match outcomes. The weekend's action was packed with unexpected results that tripped up many hopefuls. The challenge kicked off with Manchester City's anticipated 3-2 victory over Leeds United, a result that provided a straightforward point for many.
However, the surprises began on Saturday. Newcastle United secured their first away league win of the season in emphatic style, defeating Everton 4-1 at Goodison Park. In North London, Fulham pulled off a 2-1 upset against Tottenham Hotspur, derailing many prediction slips.
Sunday Drama and Expert Standings
Sunday's fixtures brought further twists. Manchester United came from behind to claim a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace, while Liverpool ended a three-game losing streak with a 2-0 victory away at West Ham United. In the Midlands, Aston Villa edged out Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0. The standout fixture saw Chelsea demonstrate their title mettle, holding Arsenal to a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge despite playing over half the match with ten men after Moises Caicedo's red card.
Among Daily Mail Sport's panel of experts, Tom Collomosse emerged as the top performer for the week, scoring a strong four points. He was closely followed by a quartet of scribes – Lewis Steele, James Sharpe, Nathan Salt, and Kieran Gill – who all registered a respectable three points each. Kieran Gill's points came from correct calls on Manchester City, Aston Villa, and Liverpool wins.
Can You Topple the Prediction Kings?
The competition at the summit of the overall experts' table is fiercely close. West Ham correspondent James Sharpe currently holds a slender lead over Manchester City writer Jack Gaughan, setting up an intriguing season-long battle for bragging rights.
The Predictor challenge is set to return this weekend, skipping the midweek fixtures, with the tantalising clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal being the first match participants will be asked to call. The game runs throughout the entire 2025-26 Premier League season, offering fans weekly opportunities to test their football knowledge against our experts and the public.
Think you have what it takes to out-predict the pros? You can play the Daily Mail Predictor on the web or via the app by visiting dailymail.co.uk/predictor. The game is open to those aged 18 and over who are residents of Great Britain, excluding Northern Ireland. Terms and conditions apply.
