Wolves vs. Watford (Thursday, 7.30pm)
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Wolverhampton Wanderers and Watford will both aim to bounce back from weekend defeats in Thursday's Premier League showdown at Molineux.
Bruno Lage's side went down 2-0 to Crystal Palace last time out, while the Hornets fell to a 3-2 defeat at home to Arsenal in a game of spectacular strikes.
We say: Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 Watford
Many wondered where the goals would come from under Hodgson at Watford, but Hernandez has provided an answer, and Wolves are not the same defensive force they were a couple of months back.
The Hornets' resilience on the road also makes this an enticing affair, but a fired-up Lage will be demanding an immediate response from his players and has plenty of options for change, so we can see the hosts ending their losing streak by a narrow margin.
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Southampton vs. Newcastle (Thursday, 7.30pm)
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Two sides rocked by absences in the double figures will aim to kick off 2022 on a high note this Sunday, as Southampton play host to Newcastle United in the Premier League.
The Saints held Tottenham Hotspur to a 1-1 draw in their midweek contest, while Eddie Howe's side saw their proposed meeting with Everton called off.
We say: Southampton 2-0 Newcastle United
Without Wilson and Saint-Maximin leading the charge, Newcastle have lost a good chunk of their attacking bite and are facing an uphill battle even against this depleted Saints backline.
Hasenhuttl's side are not without their own selection concerns, but they tend to turn up the heat in front of their own supporters and can prolong Newcastle's away-day misery with a professional victory here.
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Norwich vs. Chelsea (Thursday, 7.30pm)
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Chelsea square off against Norwich City on Thursday evening looking to further strengthen their hold of third position in the Premier League standings.
While the Blues head to Carrow Road possessing a three-match winning streak in the top flight, bottom-placed Norwich have lost four games in succession.
We say: Norwich City 0-2 Chelsea
With Norwich looking to respond to the manner of the Brentford defeat, we feel that this fixture could be much closer than many anticipate. Nevertheless, the Blues should still run out convincing victors at Carrow Road, perhaps scoring a goal in either half.
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Leeds vs. Aston Villa (Thursday, 7.45pm)
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Leeds United will aim to secure their first win under Jesse Marsch at the second attempt when Aston Villa pay a visit to Elland Road on Thursday night in the Premier League.
The Whites went down 1-0 to Leicester City at the weekend, while Steven Gerrard's men hit Southampton for four without reply.
We say: Leeds United 1-2 Aston Villa
Leeds already look more assured defensively under Marsch and will possess a greater goal threat with Bamford back and raring to go, which spells optimism for the American coach ahead of his first home game.
However, Villa produced a near-perfect performance against a previously in-form Southampton side and will be in no mood to halt their hot streak, so we still expect Gerrard's men to get over the line.
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Matt Law
