TRADER CHALLENGE: Premier League Weekend

O ur traders, Revs and Rory, are once again going head-to-head in this week’s Trader Challenge. See below for their views and predictions and don’t forget to enter our competition for your chance to win Free Bets with Star including top prize of £200. CLICK HERE TO ENTER COMPETITION – £200 FREE BET UP FOR GRABS AND BEAT THE TRADER BONUS !!!

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⚽ Leeds vs Brighton ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
Brighton gave a decent account of themselves against Man City during the week when they defended resolutely but again struggled to put the ball in the net. Leeds will be looking to bounce back after their humiliation in the FA Cup and I expect them to do so here. Having Bamford back in the side should help them. Prediction: 2-1 (Star 15/2)

Rory says:
After an embarrassing cup loss, Leeds will need to bounce back. Brighton find themselves in trouble, but results should turn around if they keep performing as they do. Points shared. Prediction 1-1 Star (13/2)

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⚽ West Ham vs Burnley ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
With Haller gone, West Ham are going to be very reliant on Antonio for goals for the rest of the season. I’m not sure the way Burnley defend will suit him, with most of the play happening in front of the back 4. Both teams have defended well of late, so I can’t see there being many goals in this one. Prediction: 1-1 (Star 6/1)

Rory says:
Burnley made Man Utd work for it in the week, but I’m not convinced they’ve got much going forward and although unconvincing against Stockport in the FA Cup, West Ham may nick this in a tight match. Prediction: 1-0 (Star 11/2)

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⚽ Fulham vs Chelsea ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
Fulham thoroughly deserved their point at Spurs on Wednesday. They defended resolutely for the most part and will need more of the same here. I think the extra time off will benefit Chelsea hugely, as they needed a chance to reset after a poor run of form. The return of Hakim Ziyech could make the difference. Prediction: 0-2 (Star 13/2)

Rory says:
It was only Morecambe, but Chelsea got back to winning ways at the weekend and I feel they will continue against Fulham. Fulham have improved defensively and played well against Spurs but I don’t think they will repeat it and won’t be able to stop Chelsea eventually breaking through. Prediction: 0-2 (Star 13/2)

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⚽ Leicester vs Southampton ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
Both these teams have been excellent going forward this season so I’m predicting plenty of goals in this one. Both teams are well rested so there should be no excuses for either of them. I’m going for an entertaining draw. Prediction: 2-2 (Star 12/1)

Rory says:
This should be a good game. Leicester have been in good form and will be hoping Vardy will be fit. Southampton have had a week off since beating Liverpool and will be fresh for this. Nothing to separate them. Prediction: 1-1 Star (13/2)

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⚽ Sheffield Utd vs Tottenham ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
Surely Spurs can’t give up another 1-0 lead again this weekend? Sheffield Utd will be encouraged by their first victory of the season during the week, but I think Spurs will have too much quality for them. Prediction: 0-3 (Star 11/1)

Rory says:
Sheffield United finally got their first win but it’s hard to believe that beating 10 man Newcastle is a sign of much improvement. Spurs will be very disappointed not to have beaten Fulham but should be too good for their hosts and win this, albeit not in a high scoring game. Prediction: 0-2 (Star 6/1)

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⚽ Liverpool vs Man Utd ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
Liverpool look desperately out of form at the moment. They are really struggling to break sides down as easily as they’d normally do, and their defensive situation is starting to hurt them. I think the front 3 of United are going to be very dangerous and if they can defend as well as they’ve done in recent weeks, I think they could pick up victory. Prediction: 1-2 (Star 11/1)

Rory says:
A massive game in the title race with Liverpool slightly out of sorts and Man Utd unbeaten away from home this season. However, I think Liverpool will benefit from the week break they’ve had since their FA Cup encounter and come away with three points after an entertaining match. Prediction: 2-1 (Star 15/2)

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⚽ Man City vs Crystal Palace ⚽ MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Revs says:
Man City should be far too good for Palace here. Man City are beating teams without really getting out of second gear at the moment, and I think it’s only a matter of time before they blow someone away. Palace have been incredibly inconsistent this year. If the worst version of them show up on Sunday, it could be a long afternoon for them. Prediction: 4-0 (Star 9/1)

Rory says:
Man City are on a roll, in full control of every game they play. They will have too much for Palace here and earn a comfortable Sunday evening 3 points. Prediction: 3-0 (Star 11/2)

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