Olaleye Idowu
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer has predicted some of the matches that will be played this weekend, as the Premier League makes a return following a three-month hiatus.
The new campaign opens with defending champions Liverpool hosting Bournemouth on Friday night.
Five games are scheduled for Saturday, before Arsenal visit Manchester United in the standout fixture on Sunday..
Shearer, speaking with BetFair, said: “Liverpool vs Bournemouth – I know Liverpool were disappointing in the Community Shield, but I’d guess Anfield will be rocking again, so I’ll go for a home win to Liverpool. Prediction: Liverpool win
“Wolves v Man City – Wolves have lost a couple of big-hitters, and I think Man City will go there and take the points. Prediction: Man City win
“Chelsea v Crystal Palace – It’s always good to get into competitive mode, and Crystal Palace have done that already, albeit they went to penalties, so they’ll be in better condition than Chelsea possibly. But I think Chelsea being at home, with the players they’ve signed… I’m tempted to go for a draw here. “Prediction: Draw
“Man Utd vs Arsenal – It’s wonderful for us to sit down on Sunday and watch two giants go head to head so early in the season. Tough one to call, but I’ll go for a draw.”
