The final round of Premier League fixtures before November's international break is here, with Alan Shearer providing his predictions for every match. Everton host Coventry City on Friday evening, while Leeds welcome Tottenham in Saturday's early kick-off. Arsenal can move six points clear at the top if they beat Hull City at home, and Manchester City travel to Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
Everton vs Coventry City and Leeds vs Tottenham
Shearer expects a home win at Goodison Park, praising Coventry's form under Frank Lampard but backing David Moyes's experience to secure victory. He said, "He's a clever manager David Moyes, he knows what he's doing. He's been around the block. He's a very experienced manager and I think on Friday he will get the home win definitely." Betfair Predicts gives Everton a 57% chance, with a 24% draw and 19% for Coventry.
At Elland Road, Shearer predicts a draw, noting Leeds are struggling while Spurs have found form. He praised Roberto De Zerbi's impact at Tottenham, saying, "De Zerbi has turned them around, but he needed to, and they've had to be patient, but he stayed calm. I think that's the most important thing." Betfair Predicts: Leeds 35%, draw 29%, Tottenham 36%.
Arsenal vs Hull City and Fulham vs Newcastle
Shearer believes Arsenal will have too much depth for Hull, despite expecting a tough game after European action. He said, "Hull started the season so well but no win in nine now, I still think they will be in trouble this season." Betfair Predicts: Arsenal 85%, draw 11%, Hull 5%.
For Fulham against Newcastle, Shearer predicts a draw, highlighting Newcastle's scoring problems. He said, "The issue is where do the goals come from at the moment for Newcastle. That's the problem that Newcastle have got." Betfair Predicts: Fulham 46%, draw 26%, Newcastle 27%.
Man City, Brighton, Liverpool, and Bournemouth
Shearer backs Manchester City to win at Nottingham Forest, saying, "I don't think it will matter that Forest are at home. I still think City will win, unfortunately." Betfair Predicts: Forest 20%, draw 24%, City 56%.
Brighton are tipped to beat Brentford after their impressive win over City, with Shearer saying, "They have got great momentum going at the moment." Betfair Predicts: Brighton 50%, draw 26%, Brentford 25%. Liverpool are predicted to win at Crystal Palace, with Shearer noting, "I think Liverpool will have too much for them, so away win." Betfair Predicts: Crystal Palace 17%, draw 22%, Liverpool 62%.
Bournemouth are expected to win at Ipswich due to their form, with Shearer saying, "The way they play will be tough for Ipswich so away win." Betfair Predicts: Ipswich 25%, draw 26%, Bournemouth 50%.
Sunderland vs Chelsea and Man Utd vs Aston Villa
Shearer predicts a Chelsea away win at Sunderland, despite Chelsea's struggles in forward positions. He said, "I know they've got no João Pedro and he is a big miss, but they beat Man United last weekend. So, with all that I'm going to go Chelsea away win." Betfair Predicts: Sunderland 26%, draw 27%, Chelsea 48%.
In the headline fixture at Old Trafford, Shearer predicts a draw, citing the situation of both teams after midweek results. He said, "I think this one could be a draw actually. I just think because of the situation both teams are in, what's happened in midweek, with Man United winning and Villa losing to Barcelona, it could make it interesting." Betfair Predicts: Manchester United 44%, draw 26%, Aston Villa 31%.
