Post2Post Predicts – Round 6 of the 2021 Premier League Season

By Joe Murphy

The table is shaping up, some early contenders for things at both ends of the table are becoming clearer and we have a huge battle between two of those contenders to look forward to, this weekend. Last week, Post2Post pipped Gareth 12-11 in a Gameweek with a fair few surprises. With lots of questions ahead of this weekend, fans cannot wait for the action to kick off. So let’s get on with the predictions for round six!

Chelsea 2 v 1 Manchester City

Let’s start with the blockbuster fixture of the weekend. This is a game with a huge amount of quality involved. Manchester City cannot afford to lose this game but I think they will. Chelsea will probably officially take the mantle of being favourites to win the league, should they be victorious here. The game should be tighter, certainly not a breeze like last weekend at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but a narrow win would do Thomas Tuchel just fine. Question marks will start to rise over City’s credentials.

Manchester United 2 v 1 Aston Villa

No walk in the park for Manchester United, that’s for sure. Both teams rested players in the week so have near-fully fit squads to choose from aside from a handful of players. I can see Manchester United stealing this in another dogged display, perhaps after falling behind again. It would honestly not surprise me to see a draw, however. A lot depends on the battle in the centre of midfield.

Everton 3 v 0 Norwich City

As a regular accumulator backer of Everton in these kind of fixtures, I know first hand that things do not always play out as expected. That being said, I honestly cannot see where a draw is coming from for Norwich, let alone a win. They don’t have enough to pull of a surprise here. Everton most likely won’t be rampant, but comfortable, yes.

Leeds United 2 v 2 West Ham United

My first draw selection of the weekend comes from Elland Road. Both these sides have strength all over the pitch and a pacey attack, it should be a great game to watch. 2-2 is my prediction, with goals galore and end to end action for the duration. Both sides will hope to steal the win from the other, here. You should back Antonio to come back with a goal.

Leicester City 3 v 1 Burnley

Much like Norwich, Burnley are in a bit of a hole at the moment. They don’t seem to have the same stability, particularly at the back, as they have done in recent seasons. Leicester on the other hand have been somewhat inconsistent since they kicked off this campaign, but they should make it another win here. The perfect result to bounce back after last weekend’s defeat to Brighton.

Watford 1 v 1 Newcastle United

Another draw here in a game with pressure on both sides. It’s a game that both teams could realistically say was must win. However, for both outfits, it’s a game they mustn’t lose, particularly for the away side. Make no mistake about it, these two will be down there come the end of the season and a win here for either would be a huge statement. Expect the spoils to be shared, however.

Brentford 0 v 4 Liverpool

Another favourable fixture for Liverpool and another they should win comfortably. A very consistent side who will continue with their strong start to the season. It will show us what the home side are made of, though. Brentford have overachieved so far this campaign and have played incredibly well to sit comfortably away from the relegation zone. This step up in quality, will just prove too much.

Southampton 2 v 2 Wolves

Southampton got an amazing result at Manchester City whereas Wolves lost by two goals at home to a newly promoted side even though they had an extra player. With stark contrast weekends last weekend, I was tempted to go with a home win. However, I do believe Wolves have more to offer and Southampton haven’t got the best attack. Score draw.

Arsenal 0 v 0 Tottenham

I don’t think I have predicted a scoreless draw yet this season, and for good reason. However, this weekend’s North London Derby could end up being the first. Arsenal have sort of stabalised the defence somewhat with back to back clean sheets, three all competitions. Spurs on the other hand have also kept clean sheets and are struggling for goals. Like with Vicarage Road, a game neither team dare lose. This makes a draw, the obvious outcome.

Crystal Palace 1 v 1 Brighton

Another Derby of sorts closes the long weekend’s action Monday night as Palace host Brighton from Selhurst Park. Brighton have looked incredible this season and deservedly sit in the top four! With Palace, they seem to have got going after a sloppy start and certainly turned a corner in their season, despite coming up short at Anfield last time out. Another draw prediction, it should be a close contest. I would not be surprised for either team to win this by a goal. The deafening home support may be a key factor if Palace are to have a chance at taking home all three points.

Predictions Leaderboard –

Ethan M – 17

Sean E – 14

P2P Reports (average) 13

Gareth C – 11

J&M productions – 10