Premier League GW37 predictions: Arsenal to win crucial game against fellow top-five hopefuls Newcastle

The penultimate set of fixtures in the 2024-25 Premier League campaign will take place between Friday and Tuesday, and the Champions League positions are the main focus of attention heading into the final stages of the season.

The action in gameweek 37 will begin on Friday evening, with Europa League finalists Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur both in action; the former will head to Chelsea, while the latter will travel to Aston Villa.

Sunday's action opens at Goodison Park, with Everton hosting Southampton, while Nottingham Forest are away to West Ham United, and Arsenal will welcome Newcastle United in another huge game in terms of the European spots.

On Monday, the champions Liverpool will be in action away to Brighton & Hove Albion, while the FA Cup finalists will take to the field on Tuesday night, with Crystal Palace hosting Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Manchester City welcoming Bournemouth.

There are currently only four points between seventh-placed Nottingham Forest and third-placed Newcastle in the Premier League table, with six teams battling to secure a position in the top five and Champions League football for the 2025-26 campaign.

Another Premier League gameweek means another Sports Mole prediction competition, and this week, we are facing off against singer-songwriter Harry Lyon, who is a Liverpool fan.

Read on to discover Harry's and our predictions for gameweek 37, as well as finding out the results of our head-to-head with singer-songwriter James Bradshaw from gameweek 36.

Aston Villa vs. Spurs

Friday, 7.30pm

Harry: Aston Villa 3-1 Spurs

Sports Mole: Aston Villa 4-1 Spurs

Villa's Premier League form has been exceptional, and they will be confident of being able to push towards the Champions League spots.

Tottenham are certain to rest many of their starters, and the players on the pitch will have their focus elsewhere, so it would not be surprising if the visitors were comfortably beaten.

Chelsea vs. Man Utd

Friday, 8.15pm

Harry: Chelsea 2-2 Man Utd

Sports Mole: Chelsea 3-1 Man Utd

Hunting down a spot in the Champions League, Chelsea will be confident of putting a Europa League-focused Man United to the sword on Friday night.

The Red Devils are likely to rest their key players ahead of next week's crunch clash at San Mames, meaning that their winless run in the Premier League should extend to eight games.

Everton vs. Southampton

Sunday, 12pm

Harry: Everton 2-0 Southampton

Sports Mole: Everton 1-0 Southampton

Every Everton fan will say it will be typical if they lose their final fixture at Goodison Park, but even though they have fallen to defeat in both encounters with the Saints this season, the players they have available are capable of winning them the game, and they should be well motivated to do so.

Southampton had a misfiring Man City attack to thank for them not suffering a heavy defeat last weekend, and even though the all-time lowest points tally has now been avoided, it would be a surprise to see the visitors take more points here.

West Ham vs. Nott'm Forest

Sunday, 2.15pm

Harry: West Ham 0-1 Nott'm Forest

Sports Mole: West Ham 0-1 Nott'm Forest

A scarcely believable sentence just a few years ago, Nottingham Forest should prove a much tougher test than Man United were for West Ham, especially with Santo's men holding fire in their bellies after last weekend's drama.

Therefore, a Tricky Trees side with plenty more to play for can strike first, shut up shop and secure a 10th Premier League away win of the season to remain in contention for a top-five finish.

Brentford vs. Fulham

Sunday, 3pm

Harry: Brentford 1-3 Fulham

Sports Mole: Brentford 2-1 Fulham

On the verge of qualifying for Europe, Brentford should be confident of putting an out-of-form Fulham to the sword at the Gtech on Sunday afternoon.

The Cottagers are battling on with a host of injuries and are likely to wave goodbye to their continental dreams at the base of their West London neighbours.

Leicester vs. Ipswich

Sunday, 3pm

Harry: Leicester 1-1 Ipswich

Sports Mole: Leicester 2-0 Ipswich

With Vardy stepping out onto the pitch for the final time as a Leicester player, there should be a special atmosphere at the King Power Stadium this weekend.

The veteran is unlikely to bow out quietly, meaning that a 200th Foxes goal and three points are on the agenda for the 38-year-old at the expense of Ipswich.

Arsenal vs. Newcastle

Sunday, 4.30pm

Harry: Arsenal 2-1 Newcastle

Sports Mole: Arsenal 1-1 Newcastle

Much will depend on whether Arsenal's influential injury doubts are able to contribute to Sunday's game, but regardless, Arteta's out-of-sorts men cannot be considered favourites, even on their own patch.

However, as Newcastle are also lamenting defensive absentees and boast an underwhelming record on the road, a score stalemate is the only outcome we can envisage, as the Gunners cling onto second spot for now.

Brighton vs. Liverpool

Monday, 8pm

Harry: Brighton 2-3 Liverpool

Sports Mole: Brighton 2-1 Liverpool

Still in party mode and simply waiting for the final whistle to blow on the season so the real celebrations can begin, Liverpool could once again come out second best against a Brighton side with much more to play for.

Slot's men should still end the season having scored in every Premier League away game, but Hurzeler's goal-happy troops can capitalise on their visitors' increasingly frail backline to clinch what may still be a precious three points.

Crystal Palace vs. Wolves

Tuesday, 8pm

Harry: Crystal Palace 1-1 Wolves

Sports Mole: Crystal Palace 1-3 Wolves

Despite the injuries in Wolves' forward line, they should be confident of creating numerous chances against a celebratory Palace side.

Given the Eagles will almost certainly rest key stars on Tuesday, the visitors should be seen as clear favourites to claim all three points.

Man City vs. Bournemouth

Tuesday, 8pm

Harry: Man City 3-1 Bournemouth

Sports Mole: Man City 1-1 Bournemouth

Drained and devastated after their unsuccessful trip to the capital, Man City may have their work cut out against a Bournemouth side who are seldom outfought in Premier League away games.

The Cherries' underwhelming recent results makes it difficult to back the visitors to pull off a Manchester surprise, though, and for us, Tuesday's contest has the look of a tense stalemate written all over it, a result that does neither side much good.

Artist Q&A

How did you come to support Liverpool and what are your favourite memories from your time as a fan?

Harry: My grandma was born and raised in Liverpool and so my dad was a Liverpool fan. I just grew up supporting them and following on from him.

My best memories are probably the second leg against Barca in 2019. I had to work that evening so kept sneaking into the cellar to watch it on my phone. I was losing it on my own down there when [Georginio] Wijnaldum's second went in!

Also that Allison winner against West Brom. One of the most magical moments I've seen in footy.

Who have been your favourite five players for Liverpool?

Harry: For me most of the players I've watched are from 2005 up to now. There's legends like Kenny [Dalglish] and John Barnes that I unfortunately haven't watched much of. So I think I'd go for...

Stevie G (Steven Gerrard) - He was just everything you wanted to be as a kid playing football.

Fernando Torres - I was obsessed with him when I was about eight. Unreal finishing and a proper all round number nine. I asked my mum if I could change my middle name to Fernando after that first season.

Bobby (Roberto) Firmino - Just the best player to watch, could do everything and some of his assists were ridiculous. Him with [Sadio] Mane and [Mohamed] Salah were possibly the best front three I've ever seen.

Mohamed Salah - I think he's still under appreciated when it comes to talking about all-time best Premier League players. Insane numbers, talent and work rate. Grateful we get to watch him for another couple years.

Dirk Kuyt - An absolute workhorse and just a proper unsung hero! Feel like he didn't miss a game for about six years.

What's going on with you at the moment?

Harry: Loads at the minute! I have a few different festivals and live shows booked in over summer. I have an EP finished and looking like it'll be out by the end of summer/start of autumn. I'm also busy in the studio working on the next one. Exciting times!

'While We're Still Young' by Harry Lyon is available to stream now.

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2024-25 SEASON LEADERBOARD (ARTISTS)

Scores are calculated as one point for a correct result and five points for a correct scoreline.

1. Kyle Starkey (16pts | Gameweek 3) 2. Make Friends' Max Lewin (15pts | Gameweek 2) 3. Kids Return's Clement (14pts | Gameweek 27) = Mychelle (14pts | Gameweek 28) 5. Everyone Says Hi's Nick Hodgson (13pts | Gameweek 1) 6. The Horrors' Faris Badwan (12pts | Gameweek 34) 7. Blitz Vega's Kav Sandhu (10pts | Gameweek 5) 8. Trampolene's Jack Jones (9pts | Gameweek 4) = Kneecap's Mo Chara (9pts | Gameweek 6) = The Slow Readers Club's James Ryan (9pts | Gameweek 20) = Alex Spencer (9pts | Gameweek 21) = Better Joy's Bria Keely (9pts | Gameweek 22) = The Florentinas' Paddy Boyd (9ts | Gameweek 31) 14. Feet's Harry Southerton (7pts | Gameweek 13) = IN PARALLEL's Harrison Baker (7pts | Gameweek 15) = HIMALAYAS' Joe Williams (7pts | Gameweek 25) = Matilda Shakes' James Hallam (7pts | Gameweek 32) 18. Kids in Glass Houses' Iain Mahanty (6pts | Gameweek 7) = proFESSional's Rob Hennebry (6pts | Gameweek 8) = Solar Eyes' Glenn Smyth (6pts | Gameweek 24) 21. Cardinal Black's Chris Buck (5pts | Gameweek 30) 22. Maddox Jones (4pts | Gameweek 9) = The Farm's Peter Hooton (4pts | Gameweek 18) = Danko's Lewis White (4pts | Gameweek 23) = The Pale White (4pts | Gameweek 26) 26. She Drew The Gun's Louisa Roach (3pts | Gameweek 10) = The Now's Shane Callaghan (3pts | Gameweek 17) = Chilli Jesson (3pts | Gameweek 11) = PG Ciarletta (3pts | Gameweek 29) = James Bradshaw (3pts | Gameweek 36) 31. Soft Launch's Josh McClory (2pts | Gameweek 12) = My First Time's James Mellen (2pts | Gameweek 14) = Apollo Junction's Ben Hope (2pts | Gameweek 16) = GIRLBAND! singer Georgie (2ps | Gameweek 35)

2024-25 COMPETITION HISTORY

Gameweek 1: Everyone Says Hi's Nick Hodgson 13-14 Sports Mole Gameweek 2: Make Friends' Max Lewin 15-4 Sports Mole Gameweek 3: Kyle Starkey 16-13 Sports Mole Gameweek 4: Trampolene's Jack Jones 9-9 Sports Mole Gameweek 5: Blitz Vega's Kav Sandhu 10-11 Sports Mole Gameweek 6: Kneecap's Mo Chara 9-4 Sports Mole Gameweek 7: Kids in Glass Houses' Iain Mahanty 6-3 Sports Mole Gameweek 8: proFESSional's Rob Hennebry 6-7 Sports Mole Gameweek 9: Maddox Jones 4-10 Sports Mole Gameweek 10: She Drew The Gun's Louisa Roach 3-4 Sports Mole Gameweek 11: Chilli Jesson 3-8 Sports Mole Gameweek 12: Soft Launch's Josh McClorey 2-3 Sports Mole Gameweek 13: Feet's Harry Southerton 7-10 Sports Mole Gameweek 14: My First Time's James Mellen 2-8 Sports Mole Gameweek 15: IN PARALLEL's Harrison Baker 7-2 Sports Mole Gameweek 16: Apollo Junction's Ben Hope 2-3 Sports Mole Gameweek 17: The Now's Shane Callaghan 3-6 Sports Mole Gameweek 18: The Farm's Peter Hooton 4-4 Sports Mole Gameweek 19: N/A Gameweek 20: The Slow Readers Club's James Ryan 9-14 Sports Mole Gameweek 21: Alex Spencer 9-7 Sports Mole Gameweek 22: Better Joy's Bria Keely 9-6 Sports Mole Gameweek 23: Danko's Lewis White 4-3 Sports Mole Gameweek 24: Solar Eyes' Glenn Smyth 6-4 Sports Mole Gameweek 25: HIMALAYAS' Joe Williams 7-8 Sports Mole Gameweek 26: The Pale White 4-8 Sports Mole Gameweek 27: Kids Return's Clement 14-22 Sports Mole Gameweek 28: Mychelle 14-4 Sports Mole Gameweek 29: PG Ciarletta 3-12 Sports Mole Gameweek 30: Cardinal Black's Chris Buck 5-7 Sports Mole Gameweek 31: The Florentinas' Paddy Boyd 9-18 Sports Mole Gameweek 32: Matilda Shakes' James Hallam 7-5 Sports Mole Gameweek 33: N/A Gameweek 34: The Horrors' Faris Badwan 12-10 Sports Mole Gameweek 35: GIRLBAND! singer Georgie 2-8 Sports Mole Gameweek 36: James Bradshaw 3-2 Sports Mole