The Premier League bounces back into action this week following October's international break, and there's some big games to look forward to at both ends of the table.
The highlight of Matchday Eight sees league leaders Liverpool host Enzo Maresca's in-form Chelsea in what will be Arne Slot's toughest test yet.
At the other end, four teams go looking for their first win of the campaign, while Manchester United will look to ease the pressure on Erik ten Hag - again.
Harry Redknapp gives BetVictor his predictions on those games, as well as the rest of the weekend's fixtures.
Liverpool 3-2 Chelsea
What a big game this is for both sides. Liverpool certainly aren’t as spectacular to watch as they were under Jurgen Klopp, but they sit at the top of the table and a win here would really lay down a marker for the rest of the season.
As for Chelsea, win this and I think they’re in the title race. Enzo Maresca’s made a fantastic start this season, he seems to have found an 11 that he trusts, and he’s got some incredible individual quality at the top end of the pitch. They’ll cause problems to any defence.
This could be a real thriller. I think Liverpool will get the win though, just!
One to watch - Mohamed Salah has come back to haunt his old side time and time again and he looks as good as ever this season.
Bournemouth 0-2 Arsenal
I’m looking forward to this one, Bournemouth always give the top sides a good game at home. That was a disappointing loss away to Leicester and they’ve got some really tough fixtures on the way. A positive result here would be a real bonus.
Arsenal might not be cruising to wins at the minute but they’re so hard to beat, particularly with that formidable defence. They have some huge games coming up too, they can’t afford to slip up here.
I’d love to see Bournemouth get something from this, but I just don’t see them hurting Arsenal. 2-0.
One to watch - Kai Havertz probably doesn’t get the credit he deserves. He’s having a brilliant season, his goals, assists and work rate brings so much to the side.
Tottenham 2-1 West Ham
This is a hard one to predict. For 45 minutes against Brighton, I thought Tottenham were terrific. The next 45 minutes, not so much. I don’t know what to expect from them here, but they need a big response.
West Ham are showing signs of life under Julen Lopetegui, there’s a lot of very good players in this side. They need to start showing a bit more on the road though, starting here.
There won’t be much in this one, but I’m leaning for a home win, 2-1.
One to watch - Dominic Solanke is really beginning to find his feet at Spurs, but he could do with some goals.
Manchester United 2-1 Brentford
This is a huge game for Manchester United. The pressure around Erik ten Hag seems to have quietened at the minute but more dropped points here would be a disaster. With a trip to Turkey to face Jose Mourinho and Fenerbahce looming, it’s going to be a big week for the club.
Brentford are quietly having another decent season. They scored five in their win over Wolves and are always a threat. They win the games they should win and are always awkward when they face the top sides, this could be tricky for United, particularly if Brentford score in the first minute again!
I think this will be a nervy one at Old Trafford. I think they’ll win, but there won’t be much in it, and it could be a late winner.
One to watch - I like him, but we need to start seeing more from Rasmus Hojlund. I know he’s young, but he doesn’t score or impact the game enough for a player of his talent. He needs a big performance here.
Wolves 1-3 Manchester City
Boy do Wolves need a good result, and fast. I worry for Gary O'Neil; he did such a terrific job here last season and memory is short in football and he’s under some pressure. It doesn’t get any easier for them here though.
Manchester City aren’t at their absolute best right now but they’re doing enough to keep winning. Knowing the standards that Pep Guardiola sets for his side, he can’t be happy with what he’s seeing at the back. I expected them to miss Rodri, but they seem to be conceding a lot of goals right now.
I still think they’ll have far too much for a Wolves side out of confidence and out of form.
One to watch - Jack Grealish found the net for England during the break and I hope that will give him a real boost.
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Newcastle 2-2 Brighton
It feels like Newcastle haven’t really got going this season, but they’re only two points off the top four. They’re without a win in their last three and have really missed Alexander Isak, as any side would.
I never know what to expect from Brighton. They were as good in that second half against Spurs as they were bad in the first, it was unbelievable! I’ve said it a lot though, the options that they have in this squad is fantastic, there’s plenty of players on the bench capable of turning a game.
This should be a really good game. Brighton will create a lot but are shaky at the back, I’m going for 2-2.
One to watch - Brighton signed Yankuba Minteh in the summer from Newcastle and he has shown glimpses of real quality. He’ll want to come back to haunt his old side.
Nottingham Forest 1-1 Crystal Palace
I think Nottingham Forest have gone under the radar; it’s been an excellent start for them. A point against Chelsea, a win at Anfield against Liverpool, that’s very impressive. Defensively in particular, there’s been a big improvement over the summer.
It’s been tough for Crystal Palace, but I do think they’ll find some form. Michael Olise was such a big loss but Eddie Nketiah, whilst a totally different player, will get them goals. I think Oliver Glasner might consider playing him and Jean-Philippe Mateta as a strike pairing, that could cause a lot of problems.
I think Palace will be determined not to lose this game and to begin to climb the table. There’s not a whole lot between these sides, I’m leaning towards a draw.
One to watch - Chris Wood, talk about an underrated striker. He has scored goals for years and for different clubs. He’s not the flashiest and he’s a bit of a throwback in style but he certainly shouldn’t be underestimated.
Ipswich 1-0 Everton
This is a massive game for Ipswich. They’ve still not won a game, and I don’t really know how. They’ll like their chances here, if they can’t be winning these games then it could long season for them.
Everton turned a corner before the break, but I’m never shocked to see them get a good result at Goodison Park. Can they go on the road and repeat the trick? I’ve got my doubts here.
I don’t see a lot in this, and I certainly don’t see a thriller. I think Ipswich edge it.
One to watch - Young Liam Delap is having a decent season for Ipswich. He looks a handful and is as likely as anyone to find the net here.
Fulham 1-1 Aston Villa
Fulham gave Manchester City a real game in their last match and are having a very good season so far. They’re not the flashiest of sides but Marco Silva does such a great job here and they’re always a tough side to beat, particularly at home.
Aston Villa were poor against Manchester United in what was a terrible game. They’ve got a hectic schedule coming up, with games coming thick and fast. Unai Emery will of course rotate his side but it’s never easy playing every three days.
I can see a draw here, 1-1.
One to watch - It’s got to Jhon Duran at Aston Villa. He is such a handful, surely Unai Emery has to be tempted to throw him in from the start.
Southampton 1-2 Leicester
Can you have a relegation six-pointer? This feels like it! It’s been a really tough run for Southampton, I worry for them. The longer this winless run goes on, the more pressure that will be on the manager and the players.
Leicester picked up a valuable win in their last and have had a decent enough start under Steve Cooper. They look more solid, more experienced than Southampton.
I’ve got to lean towards Leicester. There’s not much in this but I just think that squad is in a better place right now.
One to watch - Facundo Buonanotte is on loan from Brighton and is making a real impact for the Foxes. He got the winner in his last game and will be a big threat here.
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