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Bournemouth have been odds at home hut they've lost their alst two games which might just dent their confidence a little. Westham have been poor overall but they've won their last 2 games and they might just have enough in them after the break to earn a point here.

Three of the last five between these two have ended in draws, and this could be close again. Brighton are unbeaten at home and are in decent form. However, they are far from a side I'd trust to win, especially when expected. Brentford have a poor away record so far, but they are in good form, winning four of their last six league games. It's clear why Brighton are odds-on favorites here, but I expect the visitors to push them close today.

Sunderland have been great so far, losing only 1 of their last 10 games in all competitions. They've been decent away and hard to beat. Fulham have been in poor form, granted they've been playing a lot of away games where they've struggled, and their home form has been better. However, their confidence must be dented, and coming up against a stubborn Sunderland, I can only see this either ending in a draw or an away win.

Forest have improved recently, losing just 1 of their last 5 games. They have been poor on the road, but under Dyche and after a bit of a boost in confidence, I can see them causing some problems for Liverpool. The hosts have lost 5 of their last 6 league games, and they are struggling a little. Their big names aren't firing, the midfield looks weak, and the defense is vulnerable. The good news is Allison could return in goal, which is another area they've struggled with. However, after a break and on the current form of these two, I can see both scoring.

Man City have been in fine form and Haaland has been on fire. However, this could be tough. Newcastle are in decent form and after a break, I expect to see Newcastle more ready and up for this. This place will be rocking and Man City, although in good form, still look vulnerable. Haaland will be looking for his 100th Premier League goal, but even if he gets it, I reckon Newcastle will outscore the visitors.

Best defense in the league the last couple seasons, with Christian Masquera joining, they've strengthened. The middle of midfield looks strong, Zubimendi and Norgaard joining Rice. Going forward, Saka, Odegaard and Martinelli. That's decent, but then they've got Nwaneri, who looked a handful last season. Madueke is a good signing. Merino, Havertz, and Trossard all provide decent options. The most important business they have done this summer is signing striker Gyokeres. Some unsure how he will do, whether he's the striker they've desperately needed the last few seasons. I think he is. He will put away the chances they create, and will be the final piece in the jigsaw for Arteta. Liverpool got the job done for me last season but I think they showed signs that they might not be good enough this time around. They will have a lot more expectation and although they've made a couple of good signings, they need more. It'll be interesting to see who else can get involved. Chelsea could be good but might struggle to challenge with European distractions. Manu are making good signings and will be a big improvements with no European games. Top 6 possibly, maybe more with good start.

They've lost their manager. Their captain, Norgaard, has gone. One of their main goal threats, Mbuemo, has gone, and if Wissa does leave, they will struggle. They've lost a lot of goals and assists already, and although they've been a steady, comfortable club in the league since coming up, the loss of Thomas Frank is a big blow. I can't see the arrival of Jordan Henderson being enough to save them.