This archive report was first published on 9 August 2019.
Published on August 9, 2019, the English Premier League season is set to begin with a thrilling match between the 2019 Champions League winners and newly-promoted Norwich City.
The previous season was one of the most competitive in modern football history, with Manchester City securing the title for the second time in a row, leaving their rivals Liverpool with broken dreams. However, Liverpool's consolation was the Champions League title, a feat that Manchester City has yet to achieve.
With this in mind, the competition for the 2019/2020 season is expected to be fiercer than ever. The English Premier League fixtures have been released, and the season kicks off this weekend.
Matchday 1 Predictions ¶
1. Liverpool vs Norwich ¶
Liverpool, hungry for victory after falling short of the title by just one point, will be looking to pick up maximum points from every game. Norwich, newly-promoted from the Championship, will be the underdogs in this fixture.
Match prediction: Liverpool wins
Score prediction: Liverpool 3 Norwich 0
2. West Ham vs Manchester City ¶
Manchester City, with a good record against West Ham, will be favourites to win this match. West Ham, however, has shown improvement towards the end of last season and will not be easily written off.
Match prediction: Manchester City wins
Score prediction: West Ham 1 Manchester City 2
3. Bournemouth vs Sheffield United ¶
Bournemouth, struggling to replicate their excellent performances from previous seasons, will face a tough challenge from newly-promoted Sheffield United.
Match prediction: Draw
Score prediction: Bournemouth 2 Sheffield United 2
4. Burnley vs Southampton ¶
Burnley, known for their resilience on the pitch, will face a young and eager Southampton squad.
Match prediction: Southampton wins
Score prediction: Burnley 0 Southampton 1
5. Crystal Palace vs Everton ¶
Crystal Palace, with a dedicated team and star player Wilfred Zaha, will face a rejuvenated Everton squad.
Match prediction: Everton wins
Score prediction: Crystal Palace 1 Everton 2
6. Watford vs Brighton ¶
Watford, known for their exciting football, will face a struggling Brighton squad.
Match prediction: Watford wins
Score prediction: Watford 2 Brighton 1
