Grassfairies's Soccer Thoughts

Weekly Predictions by Idiots.

Week 5 is it? Seems like a pretty straightforward one to me. Here we go.

Aaron

Burnley v Sunderland (1 – 2) Bent may be out but I’m sure that someone else will stand up and shine for ol’ Sunderland this week. Lorik Cana maybe?

Arsenal v Wigan (3-0) Arsenal come back to their old ways. After the scare this week they’ll be looking to net some goals. I’ll bet we see Eduardo crack one in. Maybe we even get to see Walcott out there too.

Aston Villa v Portsmouth (1-0) What is up with Villa this year? Not very good. They still won’t lose to a poor Pompey side.

Bolton Wanderers v Stoke City (1-1) This one is a little tougher than the others because both are marginal teams. James Beattie is out so maybe Tuncay gets on and puts one through.

Hull City v Birmingham (2-1) Hull will ride the back of Stephen Hunt to victory. He’ll either net or orchestrate like he’s done thus far.

West Ham v Liverpool (1-3) Liverpool will show their dominance as they look like they’re regaining some form.

ManYoo v Man City (2-1) What’s that you’re missing? Adebayor, aye? Personally, I hope the Red Devils crush their rivals though I’m guessing they may just get by. Oops, are those my balls showing? Why yes they are and by the look of them you can tell I really don’t like Man City. Understatement of the year. Deal with it.

Wolves v Fulham (1-2) I really wish the Wolves had Ebanks-Blake. In tandem with Doyle, they could make for an entertaining attack force on any day. Who knows. Let’s see here. I like Dempsey to net one here. He’s barely existed this season so maybe this changes.

Everton v Blackburn Rovers (1-1) I’m sure Everton are ready to quit losing. So instead they draw. Baby steps fellas.

Chelsea v Tottenham (2-1) Said it last weekend and I’ll say it again. Tottenham will miss Modric. He may not score much but he makes a huge difference on the field with ball management skills. Ball management skills. I’ll probably never write those three words together again.

Ito

Burnley v Sunderland (1 – 2) Burnley will be reeling after their crushing defeat at the hands of Liverpool, but won’t be able to bounce back.

Arsenal v Wigan (3-1) Arsenal has looked good despite some disappointing results. The Gunners will be back on track after an easy game at the Emirates. Wigan get a parting gift in a late pity goal.

Aston Villa v Portsmouth (2-0) A woeful Pompey team are on the road. While Villa has looked less than spectacular, the road is a lonely place. I’m still waiting for Ashley Young to make an impact like he did last year.

Bolton Wanderers v Stoke City (1-2) My prediction is that unless you support one of these clubs you won’t care about this game.
Hull City v Birmingham (1-0) Both teams could use the points and will not look for just 1. This should be a close game with Hull coming out on top.

West Ham v Liverpool (1-2) Liverpool will continue to build their confidence.
United v City (2-1) City: Adebayor, out. Robinho, out. Roque Santa Cruz, out. Tevez, questionable.  For the first time in 40 years this derby may be relevant to both sides. This is the match of the week. City have grabbed the maximum points in their four games this season. Both managers have lobbed insults the other way and it will continue after this game is over, no matter the outcome. Tevez will be booed. This is the game of money versus class.

Wolves v Fulham (1-2) Wolves may get Kightly and Ebanks-Blake back this week which would give them a nice boost to the squad, as both have played well before injuries. Even if both are back in action I still think Fulham gets the nod here.
Everton v Blackburn (2-1) Midweek signing Lucas Neil looks to make his debut for the Toffees while captain Phil Neville is out. Everton get by at home.

Chelsea v Tottenham (2-1) Chelsea has started well and have looked good throughout. I wouldn’t want to get in the way of the Blue Bullet Express. Tottenham will look to rebound from their collapse to United but in the end they are left with more questions than answers.