Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson has released his full set of predictions for the Premier League’s 36th match‑day, which runs from this weekend through Monday. The ex‑Arsenal star told Sportskeeda that Liverpool will overcome Chelsea 2‑0 at Anfield, and he supplied scores for all twelve fixtures scheduled for the round.
Merson’s predictions are as follows:
- Liverpool 2‑0 Chelsea – Anfield, Saturday afternoon.
- Fulham 1‑2 Bournemouth – Craven Carre Stadium, Saturday.
- Sunderland 1‑2 Manchester United – Stadium of Light, Saturday.
- Brighton & Hove Albion 3‑0 Wolves – Falmer Stadium, Saturday.
- Manchester City 2‑1 Brentford – Etihad Stadium, Saturday evening.
- Nottingham Forest 1‑1 Newcastle United – City Ground, Saturday.
- Crystal Palace 1‑2 Everton – Selhurst Park, Sunday.
- Burnley 1‑2 Aston Villa – Turf Moor, Sunday.
- West Ham United 0‑2 Arsenal – London Stadium, Sunday.
- Tottenham Hotspur 1‑2 Leeds United – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Monday.
The list covers the six fixtures on Saturday, three on Sunday and the final match on Monday. Merson’s forecast gives Liverpool a clean sheet victory over Chelsea, while his other selections see several away teams securing wins, notably Arsenal’s win at West Ham and Leeds United’s upset of Tottenham Hotspur.
The 36th round of fixtures comes at a crucial stage in the 2023‑24 season, with clubs vying for European qualification and, for some, the battle against relegation intensifying. Liverpool’s clash with Chelsea is expected to have implications for the top‑four race, while Manchester United’s trip to Sunderland offers an opportunity to consolidate their position near the summit. Meanwhile, Manchester City’s encounter with Brentford is a test of consistency for the defending champions.
Merson, who enjoyed a successful playing career at Arsenal, Middlesbrough, Aston Villa and other clubs before moving into punditry, has become known for his weekly predictions. Though his forecasts are not statistically based, they generate interest among fans and media outlets ahead of each match‑day.
As the games approach, clubs will focus on squad selection, injury updates and tactical preparations. The outcomes will directly affect the Premier League table, influencing qualification for the UEFA Champions League, Europa League and the fight to avoid the drop. Merson’s predictions will be compared with the actual results, providing another data point for assessing his accuracy over the course of the season.
