I believe this week could produce a few surprises in the Barclays Premier League. The most anticipated fixture on the list, of course, is Liverpool v Chelsea. These two sides will want to bounce back due to poor performances in the Champions league mid-week, so I am sure Liverpool will opt for a stronger line-up this time out. Other fixtures include Burnley v Hull and QPR v Man City. Both will produce entertainment in some form, as Burnley are still looking for their first Premier League win under Sean Dyche, and how will Man City bounce back after their major set back in the Champions League, due to their defeat against CSKA Moskva?
Beginning with the early kick off. Liverpool at home are always hard to beat, with their ever passionate crowd playing a massive role in the success of the team. With that said, we all know what happened the last time Chelsea made the trip to Anfield, and the upset of that day may still be in the backs of the minds of the players. And as we know, Mourinho is a fan of mind games, so this could work to his advantage. Diego Costa is set to return and Liverpool's defence has been shaky of late. Combine this with The Reds lacking an inform striker, I can not see anything other than a Chelsea win. I am sure they will continue to extended their lead at the top. Prediction: Liverpool 0-2 Chelsea.
Burnley need to find a win from somewhere and they need to do it fast. The Premier League is unforgiving and they need to take their chances whenever possible. The Clarets need to give everything to convince the Turf Moor faithful they are determined to stay in the top flight of English football. But to do this, it is vital they get their defending right. They have conceded far too many soft goals, so they need to tighten up or the way they are going, they will be as good as relegated by Christmas. But the fact they have bagged four goals in as many matches, may give them some hope. As for Hull, they seem to making a steady start to their second season. The signings they have made have generated a positive impact, such as the powerful Mo Diame, so the club is heading in the right direction. Their fans will expect all three points to brought back to KC Stadium tomorrow, and that's what I expect too. Prediction: Burnley 1-3 Hull
Finally there is QPR v Manchester City. QPR look a totally different side from two years ago. The players are far more focused, and have impressed many football fans with their tenacity so far this season. From the players they have added, only Leroy Fer looks worth his money. Caulker still has a lot to learn and his inexperience is clear to see. However, if they play like they did against Aston Villa and Liverpool, they could certainly get something from this game. Man City have recently had some real shock results and from the neutral point of view, it would be enjoyable to see it happen again. But City will comeback eventually, and I feel they may do exactly that at Loftus Road tomorrow evening with style. Prediction: QPR 1-4 Manchester City.
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