Paul Merson Predicts Premier League Matchday 36 Results, Tips Liverpool to Beat Chelsea
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has shared his predictions for this weekend’s Premier League fixtures, with several crucial games set to shape the title race, European qualification battle, and relegation fight.
Among the headline fixtures, Merson backed Liverpool to secure a 2–0 victory over Chelsea at Anfield.
He also predicted wins for Manchester United, Manchester City, and Arsenal in what promises to be a dramatic weekend across the league.
Paul Merson’s Premier League Predictions
Fulham 1–2 Bournemouth
Sunderland 1–2 Manchester United
Brighton & Hove Albion 3–0 Wolves
Manchester City 2–1 Brentford
Nottingham Forest 1–1 Newcastle United
Crystal Palace 1–2 Everton
Burnley 1–2 Aston Villa
West Ham United 0–2 Arsenal
Tottenham Hotspur 1–2 Leeds United
Liverpool 2–0 Chelsea
Opinion: Predictions Are Easy—Pressure Is Not
Paul Merson’s predictions make sense on paper, but this stage of the Premier League season rarely follows logic perfectly.
With only a few games remaining, pressure becomes the biggest factor—not form. Teams chasing titles, European spots, or survival often play with tension rather than freedom, and that can completely change expected outcomes.
His prediction of a Liverpool win over Chelsea reflects Anfield’s reputation in big games, but Chelsea’s unpredictability this season makes them dangerous opponents.
The title race also remains fascinating. Manchester City and Arsenal are expected to win, but expectation often brings its own pressure. One slip at this point can change the entire season narrative.
Perhaps the most interesting thing about football predictions is this: they reveal confidence—but football itself rarely respects certainty.
And that unpredictability is exactly why every match still matters.
