Paul Merson's predictions for Arsenal vs Manchester United and Premier League GW 34 fixtures

The Premier League is back with another round of fixtures
The Premier League is back with another round of fixtures

Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur

Leeds United v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
Leeds United v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League

Brentford are on a run in the Premier League, and they're playing very well. Tottenham cannot afford to underestimate them. Brentford won at Watford, and they were brilliant against Chelsea.

This could be a tough game for Tottenham. Don't get me wrong - Spurs have the ammunition to win this game as well. Brentford have nothing to lose, however, and that makes them very dangerous. If Arsenal do win their game, Tottenham will need to make sure they don't lose.

Christian Eriksen has been unbelievable for Brentford. Tottenham are his former employers, and he could haunt them and keep them from a Champions League spot this weekend.

Prediction: Brentford 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur


Burnley vs Wolverhampton Wanderers

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Burnley - Premier League
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Burnley - Premier League

I didn't see Sean Dyche's sacking coming, and I'm majorly shocked. Burnley work on a shoe-string budget and he's kept them in the Premier League in the past. I would've kept him all day long. The Norwich defeat was a bit of an eye-opener, and that could be why they decided to sack him.

Burnley are playing a Premier League game tonight, so this is a hard game to call. If Burnley lose tonight, I think that'll be it for them. If they get four points from their next two games, they could go level on points with Everton. If Burnley do win this, it'll put Everton in relegation trouble.

Prediction: Burnley 1-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers


Chelsea vs West Ham United

Burnley v Chelsea - Premier League
Burnley v Chelsea - Premier League

West Ham have a massive football match on Thursday night - probably their biggest game in the past several years. They have a great opportunity to make history here and aren't getting into the Premier League top four anyway.

Chelsea will be in trouble if they don't sell the club soon. If no one puts money into the club, they won't be able to buy new players next season. Chelsea's going to have a very hard time next season if a deal isn't done quickly.

West Ham are not going to play their strongest team this weekend and that could play right into Chelsea's hands. Chelsea have a good squad at their disposal and should be able to win this game.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-0 West Ham United


Brighton & Hove Albion vs Southampton

Southampton v Brighton & Hove Albion - Premier League
Southampton v Brighton & Hove Albion - Premier League

Southampton are so up and down at the moment. I'm a big fan of James Ward-Prowse and I think he's been one of their best players this season. He had the opportunity to leave last season, and he might stay yet again this year. A move to a big club could hamper his chances of getting into the England squad.

The first goal in this match is very important - the team that scores the first goal is probably going to win. Brighton have turned a corner in the Premier League. They did lose to City but should be able to win this game.

Prediction: Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 Southampton


Liverpool vs Everton

Manchester City v Liverpool - Premier League
Manchester City v Liverpool - Premier League

Liverpool do take their foot off the gas sometimes. They had United on the rack the other day and could've easily scored six or seven goals. They can't take their eye off the prize - one draw and that'll be it for them.

Jurgen Klopp won't rest any of his players this weekend. This is a big football derby - the pride of the city. I'd be amazed if Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah didn't play. You play them, get in front, and then take them off - not the other way round.

Luis Diaz has also come in and made a massive difference. Diogo Jota is a player who scores big goals in big matches. It's a nice situation to be in if you're Jurgen Klopp. Everton will work hard and they'll give Liverpool a game, but I don't think they'll win this match.

Prediction: Liverpool 3-0 Everton


Crystal Palace vs Leeds United

Leeds United v Crystal Palace - Premier League
Leeds United v Crystal Palace - Premier League

Burnley's game tonight is a particularly important fixture for Leeds. If Burnley win their next two matches, Leeds are still in danger. The other teams will need to pull up trees to get Leeds back into a relegation fight.

Crystal Palace are a great team, and I think they'll have too much for Leeds. This is a hard game for Leeds, and I think Palace are the better team at the moment. Crystal Palace should be able to win this game.

Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-0 Leeds United

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