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Predicting the Winner of Every EPL Week 8 Game

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Predicting the Winner of Every EPL Week 8 Game

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The Premier League has thrown up some interesting and must-see fixtures in Week 8 with matchups of interest up-and-down the league standings. Each game carries its own significance and ramifications and the results will be all important for each individual team. Here are predictions for each of the 10 fixtures that will take place in the Premier League in Week 8.

10. Arsenal vs. Hull City

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10. Arsenal vs. Hull City

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Arsenal have not quite got going yet this season and only have two wins from their opening seven games. However, the Gunners should have enough in their home stadium to overcome an indifferent Hull City team.

Winner: Arsenal

9. Burnley vs. West Ham United

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9. Burnley vs. West Ham United

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Burnley are yet to win a game in the Premier League this season and that record looks like it will be extended when they face West Ham United on Saturday. West Ham have been scoring more than expected and they should be too much for a fragile looking Burnley.

Winner: West Ham

8. Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea

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8. Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea

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Crystal Palace have won two of their last three games, but they won't have enough to make it three from four against an impressive Chelsea. The league leaders have won six of their opening seven games, with their only blemish coming away to championship rivals, Manchester City. Expect them to continue their form with another impressive showing against Palace.

Winner: Chelsea

7. Everton vs. Aston Villa

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7. Everton vs. Aston Villa

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Everton have had a surprisingly poor start to the season, but it will surely only be a matter of time before they rise back up the table. By contrast, Aston Villa had a phenomenal start to the season but have lost their last three games, although admittedly against very strong competition. Everton are desperate for a win and they will get it against Villa.

Winner: Everton

6. Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur

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6. Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur

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Manchester City are yet to hit their top form as of yet, but have still managed to get off to a decent start. Tottenham have been improved on last season, if a little inconsistent, and they'll have their hands full on the road against City. The champions have done well against Spurs in recent season and that trend will continue in Week 8.

Winner: Manchester City

5. Newcastle United vs. Leicester City

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5. Newcastle United vs. Leicester City

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Newcastle United manager, Alan Pardew, is under pressure currently after the poor start the Magpies have made to the new season. The fans have turned against Pardew and the home atmosphere will not be an enjoyable one for either Pardew or the players against Leicester City. The Foxes have had a positive start and will capitalize on a negative St. James' Park to pile more doom and gloom on Newcastle and Pardew.

Winner: Leicester City

4. Queens Park Rangers vs. Liverpool

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4. Queens Park Rangers vs. Liverpool

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Queens Park Rangers are in desperate need of a positive result after losing five of their opening seven games, but with Chelsea and Manchester City quickly following after Liverpool, things look like they will get worse before they get better. Liverpool have come in for some criticism themselves, but have been harshly treated at times. A win over QPR will help matters and ease Liverpool up the table.

Winner: Liverpool

3. Southampton vs. Sunderland

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3. Southampton vs. Sunderland

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Ronald Koeman has done a fantastic job after the exodus of players from Southampton in the summer. The Saints lost the majority of their best players, but new boss, Koeman, has steadied the ship and got the team moving in the right direction. Sunderland have only lost one game, but have drawn five and their second loss of the season will come at St. Mary's.

Winner: Southampton

2. Stoke City vs. Swansea City

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2. Stoke City vs. Swansea City

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Swansea City were one of the quickest teams out of the blocks when the season began, but have since gone four games without a win. Stoke City have surprisingly struggled at home so far, but the Potters should have enough to get a win on home soil against the stuttering Swans.

Winner: Stoke City

1. West Bromwich Albion vs. Manchester United

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1. West Bromwich Albion vs. Manchester United

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Manchester United continue to struggle defensively, but are scoring the goals to get themselves out of sticky situations most weeks. After a disastrous start to the campaign, West Brom secured two wins back-to-back before a loss in their last game, and although an improvement is evident, United will have too much firepower for the Baggies to contain.

Winner: Manchester United