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Harry Redknapp's Premier League predictions for Matchday 25
Wednesday's Merseyside derby means there are no further outstanding games as the Premier League heads into Matchday 25.
The dramatic 2-2 draw between Everton and Liverpool means Arne Slot's men now have a seven-point advantage at the top of the table and this weekend entertain relegation-threatened Wolves.
The round finishes on Sunday with two clubs desperately seeking some league direction as Tottenham host Manchester United.
Looking ahead to all ten Premier League fixtures, Harry Redknapp has given his predictions to BetVictor Canada.
Tottenham 2 – 2 Manchester United
This could be the match of the weekend. This tie always has goals in it and the way both these sides are playing now, it’s anyone’s guess what the scoreline will be. Their defences are leaking goals left, right and centre.
Manchester United were very fortunate to get the win against Leicester in the FA Cup. That Harry Maguire equaliser gave us all a taste of the pre-VAR days! United just aren’t getting into gear. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve got high hopes for Ruben Amorim, but his new system is going to take some time to bed-in with the players.
There’s talent on both sides and plenty of goal scorers out there but then there’s the silly mistakes and bloopers that seem to be a prerequisite when Man United and Spurs play. It makes it very entertaining for the neutrals!
One to watch - Bruno Fernandes is holding his side together at the minute like any captain should. He often pulls something special out of the bag when it counts.
Manchester City 2 – 1 Newcastle
What can I say about Manchester City that hasn’t already been said? Everyone’s talking about them at the minute. Just when we think they’re back to winning ways, they go and get demolished by Arsenal. That must have hurt Pep Guardiola big time. Still, I think they’ll edge this one.
Newcastle are getting a taste for Wembley but can they edge it in the league? This team is resilient, I’ll give them that and Eddie Howe has been able to rotate his squad. It was great to see Joe Willock in the starting 11 and didn’t he do well.
These two clubs are neck and neck in the league and my gut says that City will put on a performance at home. They were crushed by Jude Bellingham’s injury-time winner and will be on the warpath for a win!
One to watch - I know I keep saying the same thing, but you can never rule out Erling Haaland. That was a lovely goal against Real Madrid, and I see him scoring here.
Leicester 0 – 3 Arsenal
I did feel for Leicester in that FA Cup match against United. Let’s face it, Harry Maguire looked offside by a country mile, and I still don’t know why there’s no VAR at this stage in the cup. Leicester looked promising especially in the first half, but my gut tells me they’re in trouble.
The Gods of Goodison Park were shining down on Mikel Arteta! He would have been rubbing his hands together when his old side pulled that amazing equaliser out of the bag. Arsenal have now got their sights set firmly on the title and will be relishing this trip up to the King Power Stadium.
I can’t see the Foxes getting a look in against Arsenal who thumped City 5-1 and are really clicking despite being knocked out of the League Cup.
One to watch - I can’t take my eyes off Declan Rice at the minute. He seems to be able to pick out players and plant balls in the perfect position. A joy to watch.
Brighton 2 -2 Chelsea
These two sides meet again less than a week after their FA Cup encounter where Brighton looked the better side all round and came from behind to win it and knock Chelsea out. It was quite a surprise to people considering the thumping Brighton got from Nottingham Forest in the league. To come back after a 7-0 drubbing is not easy!
Enzo Maresca fielded a very strong side in the cup, and I expected them to do a lot more, but they never looked like equalising. This side is full of talent and needs to dust itself off and keep hold of their top four position.
I think it’ll be even-stevens here. I see the visitors really pushing things to the limit but not being able to get past a Brighton side who have hopefully learnt their lesson from Forest.
One to watch - I can’t rule out Cole Palmer. He’s full of surprises and such a natural player who always looks like he’s enjoying himself out there on the pitch.
Liverpool 4 – 1 Wolves
Liverpool looked to be heading nine points clear and cruising at the top of the table but got a taste of their own medicine with that James Tarkowski late equaliser. Oh, the drama! That’s why we all love football. I nearly fell off my seat. Arne Slot will be glad to get back to Anfield and lick his wounds.
Wolves pulled an impressive win out of the bag in the derby against Aston Villa, but I think the fun will stop here as they face a Liverpool team who will be coming out all guns blazing. This is where the season starts to get really exciting, and the top clubs will take no prisoners.
Wolves have got goals in them, we all know that, and they’ll have their chances to be sure. Liverpool are just loaded with quality and their bench is frightening!
One to watch - I could be predictable and go for Mohamed Salah like I always do, but I’m going to single out Virgil van Dijk. The big man continues to impress and has a goal or two in him too!
Aston Villa 3 – 0 Ipswich
Nobody expected Wolves to beat Aston Villa but that’s what can happen in a West Midlands derby! Unai Emery looked shell-shocked. He’s lost his star man Jhon Durán and there’s still a doubt whether Ollie Watkins is fit to play or not. Having said that, Marcus Rashford looked very lively against Spurs.
It really seemed like the last straw for Ipswich who expected to get a win against Southampton. A win could have got them out of the relegation zone. Even the home crowd couldn’t help them in what was an uninspiring encounter all round to be honest.
I can see Villa having an easy win here. They were impressive against Tottenham, taking the lead within the first minute, and they had chances galore. Spurs didn’t know what to do with them.
One to watch - Marcus Rashford looked full of beans, I haven’t seen him run that fast in months. Maybe the move was just what this boy needed!
Crystal Palace 2 – 2 Everton
What a Merseyside derby that was! You couldn’t make it up. That was exactly what any neutral would have wanted for the final derby at Goodison Park and it’s Valentine’s weekend, so I’m allowed to be romantic! David Moyes really has made the difference, and I’m so chuffed for him.
Crystal Palace turned it on at Old Trafford, it seems to be their favourite ground to play at, few teams can say that. Palace have got a very solid defence, and Oliver Glasner can be proud of all the work he’s put in. It wasn’t that long ago that people were fearing a relegation scrap for this side.
I’m really looking forward to this match. I’m anticipating a real contest full of speed and quality. Both sides have something to prove here.
One to watch - Jean-Philippe Mateta's the man for me here. You don’t score a second-half double at Old Trafford and not get on my radar!
Fulham 1 – 2 Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest are a mere three points behind Arsenal and people thought they’d run out of luck when they got a hammering from Bournemouth. But they silenced the doubters with that highly impressive seven-goal whitewash over Brighton. That’s what good sides are capable of and make no bones about it, this Forest side are good.
Fulham continue to impress. That was a superb second-half comeback from them against Newcastle the other week. Marco Silva managed to get his side through to the fifth round of the FA Cup and he’ll fancy his chances here, but I think it’ll prove too tough.
Forest may have had a scare against Exeter the other night, but they are loving being up there in the top four and will be fighting hard for every win.
One to watch - There’s only one name on my lips. Chris Wood of course! He’ll be on a high after that sublime hattrick for sure.
Southampton 0 – 3 Bournemouth
It’s just not happening for Southampton is it. They changed their manager, and they got that away win at Ipswich which gave them a lot of hope, but their season hit a new low getting knocked out of the FA Cup by Burnley. They just never looked like scoring but to be fair Burnley are the best defence in England!
Bournemouth on the other hand are a completely different prospect. Yes, they got beat by Liverpool which didn’t surprise anyone, but knocking Everton out of the cup showed that they are firing on all cylinders. The Cherries are in fine form, and I take my hat off to Andoni Iraola, he’s got this team ticking.
I can only see one way traffic here. The Saints have a dreadful attacking record, and the visitors are on a roll.
One to watch - Justin Kluivert came off the bench at Everton and almost scored with his first touch. He’s in the form of his life!
West Ham 1 – 1 Brentford
I don’t know where I am with either of these teams now as they are both inconsistent. Graham Potter would have hoped for a happier return to his former club who aren’t at their best lately. To be fair, the Hammers put on a fine display against Chelsea, but it wasn’t enough.
Brentford have dropped off and those dramatic opening goals we all enjoyed earlier on in the season have vanished. I hope that’s not the end of them, let’s face it, everyone likes a bit of drama to get a game going. Thomas Frank is a great manager, and I expect them to put up a good fight here.
I see this as an edgy affair and don’t expect much in the way of quality. I’ve got a feeling West Ham will get a late equaliser.
One to watch - Hopefully, Lucas Paqueta will return after his injury but that’s not certain. My eyes are on captain Jarrod Bowen, great to see him back and fit for the first time this year. He can make the difference.
