It's that time of the week again as the Premier League action returns, and with it comes another exciting round of the Daily Mail's immensely popular Predictor game. Gameweek 21 is now live, offering football fans across Great Britain the chance to test their forecasting skills against friends, family, and even the publication's own experts for substantial cash prizes.
How the Predictor Game Works
Predictor is a straightforward, completely free-to-play competition where participants can win significant monetary rewards. Each week, a £1,000 prize is available for the top predictor. The challenge is simple: correctly guess the outcome of seven selected Premier League matches—whether that be a home win, an away win, or a draw.
For those with long-term ambition, there is also a magnificent £5,000 seasonal prize awarded to the overall champion who finishes first across the entire Premier League campaign. The game fosters a competitive community through its league feature, allowing players to create or join both public and private leagues to definitively prove their football knowledge surpasses that of their mates.
This Weekend's Premier League Fixtures
The Gameweek 21 action kicks off on Saturday with two matches scheduled for the traditional 3pm slot. Brighton & Hove Albion host Everton at the Amex Stadium, while Leeds United welcome league leaders Arsenal to Elland Road.
Later on Saturday, Chelsea face London rivals West Ham United in a 5.30pm encounter at Stamford Bridge. The day concludes with a blockbuster late kick-off at 8pm as Liverpool entertain Newcastle United at Anfield.
Sunday brings a triple-header of fixtures. Aston Villa take on Brentford at Villa Park, Manchester United host Fulham at Old Trafford, and the weekend concludes with a heavyweight clash as Tottenham Hotspur face reigning champions Manchester City at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Expert Analysis from Jack Gaughan
This week, Daily Mail Sport's football expert Jack Gaughan provides his professional predictions for the seven selected matches. Gaughan believes this weekend could prove pivotal in the title race and has shared his insights.
On Leeds United versus Arsenal: "Leeds have lost just one of their last ten matches, drawing plenty, and so should present a significant challenge for an Arsenal team who have been faltering in recent weeks. I'm predicting a draw here."
On Liverpool versus Newcastle: "Liverpool are yet to win a Premier League game this calendar year so are due a result when Newcastle head to Anfield. I'm backing a home win."
On Chelsea versus West Ham: "Chelsea ought to fancy themselves against West Ham despite the Hammers' mini resurgence. Another home win for me."
On the other fixtures: Gaughan predicts home wins for Brighton against Everton, Aston Villa against Brentford, and Manchester United against Fulham. For the standout Sunday fixture, he forecasts an away win for Manchester City at Tottenham.
He admitted the Aston Villa versus Brentford match was particularly tough to call and noted that Everton looked a decent bet for a point against Brighton, although he ultimately opted for a home win in his prediction.
How to Play and Participate
Think you can outperform Jack Gaughan's predictions this gameweek? The Daily Mail Predictor game is accessible both on the web and via their dedicated mobile app, offering flexibility for players. Whether you fancy yourself as a casual punter or a Predictor Supremo, the platform invites you to dive right in and submit your forecasts.
It is important to note that the competition is open to residents of Great Britain only (excluding Northern Ireland), and all participants must be aged 18 or over. Full terms and conditions apply to all entries and prize claims.
The excitement of the Premier League is matched by the thrill of prediction. With expert analysis provided and thousands of pounds in prizes available, Gameweek 21 presents a perfect opportunity for football enthusiasts to engage with the beautiful game in a new and rewarding way.
