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**Premier League Matchweek 8 predicted scores** (23–25 October 2026, UK times), based on the table after seven games, MW7 results and form, home/away trends, goal patterns and available data.
**Current table context (after MW7):**
Manchester City remain perfect on 21 points (GD +12). Arsenal sit second on 18. Brighton are third on 16 with an outstanding goal difference (+18). Chelsea have climbed to fourth on 13 after consecutive wins. Liverpool are fifth on 12. The bottom remains congested, with Sunderland bottom on 4 points.
**Key MW7 results:** Brighton 5-0 Crystal Palace; Chelsea 2-0 Everton; Liverpool 2-1 Brentford; Man City 3-2 Ipswich; Spurs 3-1 Coventry (first league win); Arsenal 1-0 Forest; Villa 1-0 Newcastle; Fulham 1-0 Hull; Bournemouth 2-0 Sunderland; Leeds 1-1 Man Utd.
### Friday 23 October
**Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest (20:00)**
**Prediction: Ipswich Town 1-1 Nottingham Forest**
Ipswich (9 pts) have been competitive but inconsistent. Forest (5 pts) remain low-scoring and near the bottom. Both sides look evenly matched in current form; a tight, low-scoring draw is the most likely outcome at Portman Road.
**Analysis:** Ipswich have shown attacking moments at home, while Forest struggle to create clear chances. Neither side has been dominant enough to force a clear winner recently.
### Saturday 24 October
**Aston Villa vs Manchester City (12:30)**
**Prediction: Aston Villa 1-3 Manchester City**
City (21 pts) remain perfect and in excellent form. Villa (8 pts) improved with a win at Newcastle but still look vulnerable against top sides. City’s quality and attacking depth should secure a comfortable away win.
**Analysis:** City have scored freely and rarely drop points. Villa’s home form is mixed; expect City to control possession and convert their chances.
**Arsenal vs Everton (15:00)**
**Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 Everton**
Arsenal (18 pts) are solid and efficient. Everton (10 pts) are hard to beat but low-scoring and were beaten 0-2 by Chelsea last time out. Arsenal’s home quality should deliver a controlled win.
**Analysis:** Arsenal are strong defensively and clinical in front of goal. Everton’s organisation may keep the score respectable, but they lack the firepower to trouble Arsenal consistently.
**Coventry City vs Fulham (15:00)**
**Prediction: Coventry City 1-1 Fulham**
Both sides sit near the bottom (Coventry 6 pts, Fulham 5 pts). Fulham showed signs of life with a win over Hull, while Coventry have been inconsistent. A draw feels the fairest result in a relegation scrap.
**Analysis:** Neither side has been particularly clinical. Expect a scrappy, low-scoring game with limited clear-cut chances.
**Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur (17:30)**
**Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur**
Chelsea (13 pts) are in good form with consecutive wins. Spurs (6 pts) finally got their first league win last week but remain inconsistent. Chelsea’s home advantage and current momentum should edge a competitive London derby.
**Analysis:** Chelsea’s attack has looked sharper recently. Spurs can be dangerous on the counter but still look fragile defensively. Expect an open, entertaining contest.
### Sunday 25 October
**Crystal Palace vs Newcastle United (14:00)**
**Prediction: Crystal Palace 1-1 Newcastle United**
Palace (7 pts) were heavily beaten by Brighton last time out. Newcastle (8 pts) have been inconsistent. Both sides are mid-to-lower table and capable of sharing the points in a tight game.
**Analysis:** Palace at home can be competitive, while Newcastle have struggled for consistency. A draw is the most probable baseline.
**Hull City vs Brentford (14:00)**
**Prediction: Hull City 1-1 Brentford**
Hull (9 pts) are organised and hard to break down. Brentford (10 pts) remain solid but dropped points last week. Expect another tight, low-scoring contest.
**Analysis:** Both sides prioritise structure. Neither has been free-scoring recently, so a draw is the logical outcome.
**Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion (14:00)**
**Prediction: Liverpool 1-2 Brighton & Hove Albion**
Brighton (16 pts) are in outstanding form (best GD in the league) and just thrashed Palace 5-0. Liverpool (12 pts) have improved but remain inconsistent. Brighton’s attacking quality gives them the edge at Anfield.
**Analysis:** Brighton create high-quality chances and convert them well. Liverpool will be competitive at home, but Brighton’s current momentum is hard to ignore.
**Manchester United vs AFC Bournemouth (14:00)**
**Prediction: Manchester United 2-1 AFC Bournemouth**
United (7 pts) remain inconsistent with multiple draws. Bournemouth (6 pts) improved with a win over Sunderland. United’s greater individual quality and home advantage should just about get them the three points.
**Analysis:** United need a win to build confidence. Bournemouth can be dangerous on the break, so expect a competitive game rather than a comfortable home win.
**Sunderland vs Leeds United (16:30)**
**Prediction: Sunderland 0-2 Leeds United**
Leeds (10 pts) are organised and competitive. Sunderland (4 pts) are bottom and struggling for results. Leeds should have too much quality and control on the road.
**Analysis:** Sunderland have conceded regularly and look short of confidence. Leeds’ structure and recent solidity make them clear favourites.
### Summary of predicted results
- Ipswich 1-1 Nottingham Forest
- Aston Villa 1-3 Man City
- Arsenal 2-0 Everton
- Coventry 1-1 Fulham
- Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham
- Crystal Palace 1-1 Newcastle
- Hull 1-1 Brentford
- Liverpool 1-2 Brighton
- Man Utd 2-1 Bournemouth
- Sunderland 0-2 Leeds
**Overall view:** City should maintain their perfect record. Arsenal remain strong favourites at home. Brighton look the most dangerous of the chasing pack and are capable of taking points at Anfield. Chelsea continue their upward trend in the derby. Several mid- and lower-table games lean toward draws. The bottom remains fragile and unpredictable. Goal trends favour open contests involving Brighton, Chelsea and City. Actual results will depend on team news and any residual European fatigue. Enjoy the games!