Lawro's predictions
By Mark Lawrenson
BBC Sport football 'expert'
SATURDAY
Chelsea v Newcastle
Chelsea have had many players in action across the globe during the week, but they are a team that seem to get the job done with ease. They are also up against a team who have been struggling on their travels. Comfortable win. 3-0
f*** YOU LAWRO!
Liverpool v Fulham
The problem with Fulham is that they have only been picking up their points at home. This weekend they are up against a team who are playing very well. Liverpool are doing well across the whole of the team - it's not just Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres producing the goals. Fulham need to start improving their away form.
Verdict: 2-0
f*** YOU LAWRO!
Man City v Arsenal
The Gunners have to hit back after their Aston Villa loss, but there's no doubting that Arsene Wenger's side is still a very good one. Manchester City are looking very vulnerable when they haven't got the ball and Arsenal should be able to control this game. It's also a big pitch at Eastlands, which will help the visitors.
Verdict: 1-2
f*** YOU LAWRO!
Middlesbrough v Bolton
This is a home win for Boro. Like Everton, they are unbeaten in five games, have great competition for places and are still improving. Bolton's two good wins were followed last week by a defeat to Liverpool and I am a little bit worried about where their goals are coming from. As long as Boro can deal with the physicalities of Bolton I think they will sneak it.
Verdict: 2-1
f*** YOU LAWRO!
Portsmouth v Hull
Hull have struggled recently - they haven't won a league game for nearly a month - but they had a real go against Manchester City last week. I like all the positive changes Phil Brown makes during a game though, which are designed to win games. Portsmouth are slowly but surely getting back on track with Tony Adams in charge. Portsmouth is a really tough place to go and I think they will get the points.
Verdict: 1-0
f*** YOU LAWRO!
Stoke v West Brom
Both teams will be hugely aware that a win will feel like six points because of their lowly position in the table. The general problem for West Brom is not being able to stop their opponents. I think it will be a draw and that will be frustrating for both teams.
Verdict: 1-1
GUESS WHAT LAWRO? f*** YOU!
So yeah, so far, he's on a roll. But wait!
Aston Villa v Man Utd
Aston Villa haven't got a great record against United. As good as their result was last week beating Arsenal, I still fancy United.
And there's also the fact that one or two members of United were getting a rest during the week of international duty.
Verdict: 0-2
