Premier League 2018/19 Gameweek 8: Match Previews and predictions

#4 Man United vs. Newcastle United

Jose Mourinho's job is on the line

Manchester United's performance at Old Trafford this season has been nothing but mediocre. Jose Mourinho's side has won just one game at the Theatre of Dreams so far this campaign and a failure to win against Newcastle would equal their worst run of games at Old Trafford since 1999.

Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United are not in a comfortable position either with no wins from the opening seven games. They are struggling in the relegation zone with problems emerging both on and off the field. It could be a vital match for them against the Red Devils who are not in good state themselves and a win at Old Trafford would give Newcastle an immense boost going forward.

Prediction: Man United 2 - 1 Newcastle United

#3 Fulham vs. Arsenal

The strike duo has been exceptional

The amount of money that Fulham has spent in the squad and the quality they have got hasn't done justice to their performances. Just above the relegation zone and with one win out of seven, Craven Cottage demands a performance from the home side worthy of remembering.

On the other hand, Unai Emery's Arsenal, after losing their opening two games, is in a five-game winning streak at the moment. The strike partnership of Lacazette and Aubameyang has been phenomenal. Still, questions are raised of their defense with Peter Cech injuring himself last time out.

Prediction: Fulham 1 - 3 Arsenal