Arsenal will have to overcome a difficult trip to Yorkshire as Tottenham fail to stop Man City

Mikel Arteta's side should dominate possession but will need to be attentive to Leeds' pressing and direct transitions. If Arsenal can weather the first storm, their superior quality in midfield and attack should eventually tell.

Prediction: Leeds 1-2 Arsenal

Chelsea v West Ham (5:30 p.m.)
This London derby comes at an interesting time for both teams. Chelsea have shown signs of progress under Liam Rosenior but remain inconsistent, particularly when expected to control matches at Stamford Bridge.

West Ham have been difficult to beat and are comfortable in a compact position before breaking down quickly. Their physicality and organization could frustrate Chelsea if the hosts fail to move the ball sharply.

This feels like a game where neither team is doing enough to fully assert themselves.

Prediction: Chelsea 1-1 West Ham

Liverpool v Newcastle (8 p.m.)
Liverpool welcome Newcastle to Anfield knowing home wins are non-negotiable in a tight top-four race. The Reds have been dominant this season, but have struggled at times to turn control into goals.

Newcastle remain dangerous against the bigger teams in the league, especially when they have space to counter. However, Anfield is rarely forgiving and Liverpool's intensity should overwhelm Eddie Howe's side over the course of the 90 minutes.

Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle

Sunday

Manchester United v Fulham (2 p.m.)
United have shown signs of renewed confidence under interim boss Michael Carrick, but any consistency remains elusive. Fulham come in with little pressure and have been quietly effective against the teams around them in the table.

United should see more of the ball, but Fulham's structure and threat on the break could make that uncomfortable, particularly if the home side fail to take chances early on.

Yet Old Trafford often finds a way to achieve narrow victories.

Prediction: Manchester United 2-1 Fulham

Tottenham v Manchester City (4:30 p.m.)
The weekend's marquee match sees Tottenham host Manchester City in a meeting that could have major implications for both sides of the table.

Spurs have struggled to find stability and confidence in recent weeks, while City appear to be gaining momentum at the right time. Pep Guardiola's side will be expected to control large periods of the match, and Tottenham's defensive fragility could be exposed if they fail to match City's intensity.

City's depth and experience in these moments gives them a clear advantage, but be wary of Spurs' brilliant record against them.

Prediction: Tottenham 1-3 Manchester City