Premier League 2026/27 Matchday 6 predictions: Manchester City face tough Liverpool test, Arsenal bid to return to winning ways

Premier League 2026/27 Matchday 6 predictions: Manchester City face tough Liverpool test, Arsenal bid to return to winning ways The 2026/27 Premier League season resumes this weekend with an enthralling line-up of Matchday 6 fixtures. Manchester City’s ongoing off-field issues add an intriguing sub-plot to their clash with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Read on as we preview the weekend ahead. Arsenal vs Leeds United Defending champions Arsenal went into the extended international break on the back of a 3-0 defeat at Brighton & Hove Albion. The Gunners will be eager to bounce back against Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium, but that may be easier said than done. The Whites have yet to lose this season (W2, D3) and will fancy their chances of upsetting the odds this weekend. Aston Villa vs Brentford After qualifying for the Champions League last season, Aston Villa were expected to be towards the top of the table this time around. However, their 3-2 win at Tottenham Hotspur before the international break was their first victory of the new campaign. Brentford have picked up nine points from their first five games and will expect to take at least a point from their visit to Villa Park. Ipswich Town vs Fulham Ipswich Town have defied expectations since winning promotion from the Championship, winning two of their opening five fixtures. Victories over Sunderland and Crystal Palace have highlighted Ipswich’s ability to be competitive in the English top-flight. Fulham are one of three teams yet to record a Premier League victory this season, and they could face a tough outing at Portman Road. Chelsea vs Bournemouth After a hugely inconsistent start to the season, Chelsea need to start producing their best form regularly. Ten goals scored highlights the Blues’ attacking potential, but their tally of 12 goals conceded is a major cause for concern. Bournemouth have drawn three of their five fixtures this term (L2), so Chelsea have a golden opportunity to collect three points. Prediction: Chelsea to win. Sunderland vs Brighton & Hove Albion Since their 1-0 victory over Fulham at the end of August, Sunderland subsequently picked up just one point from their next three games. They will be desperate to steady the ship this weekend, but Brighton can cause them problems at the Stadium of Light. Their 3-0 home win over Arsenal before the international break was a major statement of intent, and they could be a good bet to follow up this weekend. Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur were touted as top four contenders at the start of the season, but things have not gone to plan. The Red Devils have collected just five points this term, while Tottenham are bottom of the table after failing to record a victory (D2, L3). Tottenham have lost 25 times at Old Trafford during the Premier League era. United should add to their woes on Saturday. Prediction: Man United to win. Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest have recorded just one victory apiece this season, which suggests Sunday’s encounter at Selhurst Park could be tense. Palace have conceded 11 goals in their first five league games and need to shore things up before their season spirals out of control. Forest have struggled for consistency during the early part of the season, but should be able to take something from their visit to London. Hull City vs Everton Two wins and two draws in five games have fired newly-promoted Hull City up to eighth in the Premier League table . They are one point and one place adrift of Everton, who have yet to lose this term. However, that record could fall this weekend. Hull have yet to concede at the MKM Stadium this season and could cause the visitors plenty of problems. Liverpool vs Manchester City Man City will bid to put the controversy surrounding their financial breaches to one side when they visit Liverpool on Sunday. However, the home fans will not make things easy for Enzo Maresca’s side, and the toxic atmosphere inside Anfield will test their mettle. Liverpool have collected nine points from their first five games and will be keen to take advantage if City underperform. Coventry City vs Newcastle United Coventry City had a difficult start to the campaign, shipping 10 goals in four consecutive defeats. However, the Sky Blues went into the international break feeling positive following a gritty 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest. Newcastle United have made a solid start to the new season (W2, D2, L1), but the home side should take something from the game.