Paul Merson Shares Premier League Matchday 24 Predictions as Title and Survival Races Heat Up

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Former Arsenal midfielder Paul Merson has released his predictions for Premier League Matchday 24, as a packed round of fixtures is expected to significantly impact both the title challenge and the relegation fight.

Several blockbuster encounters are lined up across the weekend and into Monday night. Arsenal face a tricky away trip to Leeds United, while Chelsea host West Ham United in an all-London clash at Stamford Bridge. Liverpool will also be in action at Anfield, where they welcome Newcastle United in a match with major implications for European qualification.

Key Fixtures Across the Weekend

Sunday’s action features a full slate of games, including Fulham’s home tie against Manchester United, Aston Villa’s clash with Brentford, and Nottingham Forest hosting Crystal Palace. The standout fixture of the day sees Tottenham Hotspur lock horns with Manchester City in a high-stakes heavyweight contest.

The round concludes on Monday night with a crucial relegation showdown, as Sunderland take on Burnley in what could prove a defining moment for both clubs’ survival hopes.

Merson’s Matchday 24 Predictions

Speaking to Sportskeeda, Paul Merson offered the following scoreline predictions:

Leeds United 0–2 Arsenal
Wolves 1–2 Bournemouth
Brighton & Hove Albion 2–1 Everton
Chelsea 2–1 West Ham United
Liverpool 2–1 Newcastle United
Aston Villa 3–1 Brentford
Manchester United 2–1 Fulham
Nottingham Forest 2–0 Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur 2–2 Manchester City
Sunderland 3–1 Burnley

Title Race and European Qualification Battle Intensify

Arsenal currently sit at the top of the Premier League table with 50 points from 23 matches, maintaining a slim lead over Manchester City and Aston Villa, who are both on 46 points. Manchester United occupy fourth place with 38 points, while Chelsea and Liverpool remain firmly in the hunt for European spots.

Elsewhere, Fulham, Brentford, and Newcastle continue to challenge for continental qualification, with minimal gaps separating several teams in the crowded mid-table.

Relegation Fight Reaches Critical Stage

At the lower end of the standings, West Ham, Burnley, and Wolves are currently in the relegation zone, while Sunderland hover just above the drop line. Monday night’s clash between Sunderland and Burnley could have major consequences as the season heads into its decisive phase.

With only 15 league matches remaining after this round, every result is crucial. Matchday 24 is set to deliver tension, drama, and potentially season-defining outcomes in both the title race and the battle for survival.