Gameweek 25 of the Premier League delivered another weekend of thrilling football action, packed with dramatic comebacks, red cards, and spectacular goals. But how did participants fare in Daily Mail Sport's Predictor challenge? The competition was fierce, with one fortunate winner walking away with the £1,000 prize after correctly predicting all seven selected matches.
Predictor Challenge Highlights and Expert Performance
While the lucky winner achieved a perfect score, 15 players came agonisingly close, guessing the right result in six out of the seven games. Most participants started strong, with Arsenal securing a late victory thanks to goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Max Dowman, earning crucial points for Predictor players.
Upsets and Surprises in Gameweek 25
The weekend was marked by significant upsets that shook the standings. Newcastle edged out Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, and Manchester City were held to a draw by West Ham, losing ground in the title race and disappointing many Predictor enthusiasts. These unexpected results had a major impact on scores across the board.
Expert Predictions Analysis
Kieran Gill, the Daily Mail Sport expert to beat this week, struggled with the unpredictable outcomes. His predictions included:
- Arsenal vs Everton – HOME WIN – 1 point
- Chelsea vs Newcastle – DRAW – 0 points
- West Ham vs Man City – AWAY WIN – 0 points
- Crystal Palace vs Leeds – DRAW – 1 point
- Man Utd vs Aston Villa – DRAW – 0 points
- Nottm Forest vs Fulham – AWAY WIN – 0 points
- Liverpool vs Tottenham – HOME WIN – 0 points
This resulted in a total of just two points for Gill. In contrast, James Sharpe led the experts with five points, maintaining his position at the top of the standings. Jack Gaughan is close behind, just three points adrift, though he lost ground this week with a score of three points. Nathan Salt and Lewis Steele are also in contention, not far behind in the rankings.
Detailed Match Outcomes and Their Impact
Crystal Palace failed to capitalise on a man-advantage against Leeds, resulting in a 0-0 draw. On Sunday, Aston Villa briefly equalised against Manchester United through Ross Barkley, but Michael Carrick's side secured a 3-1 win, strengthening their hold on third place. Nottingham Forest earned a vital point at home against Fulham, while Liverpool squandered a lead against Tottenham, who picked up a result under interim boss Igor Tudor for the first time.
Looking Ahead to Gameweek 26
Think you have what it takes to predict all seven games correctly in the upcoming midweek fixtures? The selections for gameweek 26 of Predictor are now live, featuring exciting matches such as Brighton vs Liverpool, Everton vs Chelsea, and the Tyne-Wear derby between Newcastle and Sunderland.
As always, there is £1,000 up for grabs, and you can participate in Predictor throughout the 2025-26 Premier League season. Play on the web or via the app, whichever you prefer. Fancy yourself as the Predictor Supremo? Dive right in and test your football knowledge. Please note: this challenge is open to individuals aged 18 and over, residents of Great Britain only (excluding Northern Ireland), and terms and conditions apply.
