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Based on the published Week 8 fixture list (23–25 October 2026, UK time), current table positions after seven rounds, and the win-probability data available for the matches, here are my best score predictions and detailed game-by-game analyses.
? Premier League Week 8 Predicted Scoreboard
Fixture Predicted ScoreIpswich Town vs Nottingham Forest 1-1
Aston Villa vs Manchester City 1-3
Arsenal vs Everton 2-0
Coventry City vs Fulham 1-1
Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur 2-1
Crystal Palace vs Newcastle United 1-1
Hull City vs Brentford 1-2
Liverpool vs Brighton 2-2
Manchester United vs Bournemouth 2-1
Sunderland vs Leeds United 1-2
Friday, 23 October
Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest
Prediction: 1-1
The market slightly favors Nottingham Forest, but not overwhelmingly, with Forest holding the higher win probability entering the match.
Why I like the draw:
Ipswich are generally stronger at Portman Road than away.
Forest's biggest strength is organization rather than attacking firepower.
Neither side appears dominant enough to justify a clear away-win prediction.
Tactical outlook Forest will likely sit compact and look for transitions, while Ipswich should see more of the ball. A low-scoring match is the most likely scenario.
Confidence: Medium
Saturday, 24 October
Aston Villa vs Manchester City
Prediction: 1-3
City arrive as deserved favorites despite travelling to Villa Park, carrying roughly a 56% win probability compared with Villa's 21%.
Why City should win
Superior squad depth.
Better ability to control possession.
Greater attacking efficiency.
Villa are capable of scoring against anyone at home, which is why I expect them to get on the scoresheet. However, over 90 minutes City's quality should create multiple clear chances.
Confidence: High
Arsenal vs Everton
Prediction: 2-0
Arsenal own one of the strongest win probabilities of the entire week at nearly 68%, while Everton sit near 13%.
Why Arsenal should prevail
Strong home advantage.
Superior midfield quality.
Ability to break down deep defensive blocks.
Everton are usually competitive defensively, which is why I don't expect a rout, but Arsenal should control most phases of the match.
Confidence: Very High
Coventry City vs Fulham
Prediction: 1-1
A deceptively even matchup. Fulham carry only a modest edge in the probabilities.
Key factors
Coventry's energy and home support.
Fulham's greater Premier League experience.
Neither side has shown elite finishing consistency.
Both teams should create chances, but I struggle to separate them.
Confidence: Medium
Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur
Prediction: 2-1 Chelsea
Chelsea are clear favorites at Stamford Bridge with a win probability above 56%, while Spurs sit around 21%.
Match dynamics
Chelsea's midfield should enjoy more control.
Tottenham will still create opportunities through quick transitions.
Chelsea's home advantage could be decisive.
Expect an open London derby with chances for both sides.
Confidence: Medium-High
Sunday, 25 October
Crystal Palace vs Newcastle United
Prediction: 1-1
This is one of the most difficult matches to predict.
Reasons for a draw
Selhurst Park remains a difficult venue.
Newcastle possess more attacking talent but can occasionally struggle against organized low blocks.
Palace are usually competitive at home.
A tight contest with few clear chances feels likely.
Confidence: Medium
Hull City vs Brentford
Prediction: 1-2 Brentford
Brentford continue to profile as one of the league's most efficient sides relative to resources.
Why Brentford have the edge
Strong set-piece threat.
Direct attacking style suits away fixtures.
Better squad depth than Hull.
Hull should compete but may struggle to sustain pressure for 90 minutes.
Confidence: Medium-High
Liverpool vs Brighton
Prediction: 2-2
Potentially the game of the week.
Brighton have started the season extremely well and sit near the top of the table after seven matches, while Liverpool remain difficult to beat at Anfield.
Why goals are likely
Liverpool's pressing generates chances.
Brighton are comfortable playing through pressure.
Both teams prefer proactive football.
I could easily see either side winning, which is why a score draw feels the most balanced prediction.
Confidence: Medium
Alternative score: Liverpool 3-2 Brighton
Manchester United vs Bournemouth
Prediction: 2-1 Manchester United
United have disappointed at times but remain favorites at Old Trafford, carrying a win probability above 50%.
Why United edge it
Greater individual quality.
Home advantage.
Bournemouth often compete well but frequently leave space when pushing forward.
I expect Bournemouth to score, but United should produce enough chances to win.
Confidence: Medium-High
Sunderland vs Leeds United
Prediction: 1-2 Leeds
Leeds have been one of the more resilient sides through the opening weeks and appear stronger than Sunderland at this stage.
Why Leeds
Better pressing structure.
More consistent chance creation.
Greater attacking threat in open play.
Sunderland's home support keeps them in the match, but Leeds look more likely to take all three points.
Confidence: Medium-High
? Best Predictions of the Week
Rank Match Prediction1 Arsenal vs Everton 2-0 Arsenal
2 Aston Villa vs Manchester City 1-3 Man City
3 Chelsea vs Tottenham 2-1 Chelsea
4 Hull City vs Brentford 1-2 Brentford
5 Sunderland vs Leeds 1-2 Leeds
? Most Entertaining Fixtures
Liverpool vs Brighton (2-2)
Chelsea vs Tottenham (2-1)
Aston Villa vs Manchester City (1-3)
Those are the matches I would expect to produce the highest quality football and the greatest likelihood of multiple goals.