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    Man City vs Tottenham prediction: Best free betting tips, odds and preview

    MANCHESTER CITY are looking to end their incredible winless run when hosting an out-of-sorts Tottenham at the Etihad this weekend.SunSport betting experts have previewed the Saturday teatime contest and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesMan City vs Tottenham previewThis one could be interesting.Manchester City come here having lost their last FOUR in all competitions.They head into the Premier League weekend still in second spot but already five points behind leaders Liverpool.At Brighton before the international break, City were cruising and a goal up at the interval, only to throw away that lead and lose 2-1.The game prior to this remarkable run, they weren’t particularly convincing against a poor Southampton side, winning 1-0 at the Etihad.Something has to have changed over the break, having scored in all four of those defeats.While Spurs have lost their last two games, latterly a home game to Ipswich before the pause.They find themselves struggling down in tenth spot and have lost their last three away games on the spin.Someone’s run will come to an end here.Man City vs Tottenham latest oddsManchester City at 8/15 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Man City vs Tottenham prediction and betting tipsTurnaroundThe international break probably came at the right time for a Manchester City side in an unusual rut.Of course there’s goals in this team but we’ve seen they’re quite capable of throwing a few in their own net at the same time.This fixture has thrown up 17 GOALS in the last three runnings at the Etihad and there’s no reason this won’t follow suit.Man City to win and 5 or more goals in the game at 11/4 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREKul as you likeIt was a successful international break for Dejan Kulusevski, who has been a real bright light for Spurs this year.His record against City in the Premier League is really strong too, with three goals and two assists in five league outings against the Cityzens.Dejan Kulusevski to score anytime at 11/2 with William Hill – CLAIM HERESAFER GAMBLING WEEK – FIND OUT MORE HERE*William Hill. 18+. 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New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10+ at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Acca, 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Football, 1 x £10 Bet Builder. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.*talkSPORT BET. 18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G40 on registration. £10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place). Receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply.Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk More

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    ‘There were moments’ – Pep Guardiola admits he considering leaving Man City but LOSING STREAK convinced him to stay

    PEP GUARDIOLA admits he considered leaving Manchester City but their four-game losing streak convinced him to stay.The Spaniard’s contract was set to expire next summer, ending his nine-year stay at the Etihad.Pep Guardiola stayed at Man City to end their run of four straight defeatsCredit: Manchester City FCBut Guardiola will now be at City for a decade and beyond after agreeing a year-long extension with the option for a further season.He’s enjoyed plenty of success in the north west following his arrival in 2016.Guardiola has led City to six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four Carabao Cups and a Champions League.While the 2022/23 season saw City become just the second English side to complete a historic modern-day Treble.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd just last term, City became the first-ever English team to win four Premier League titles in a row.But despite still having a star-studded squad, City’s current campaign has not yet lived up to expectations. Guardiola has been forced to go without key men like Rodri and Kevin De Bruyne for the majority of the term so far.And City’s form has taken a huge hit, with the champs losing their last four matches in all competitions for the first time since Guardiola’s arrival.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSome outsiders felt it showed the Spaniard had perhaps lost his spark and interest.But Guardiola insists the opposite, claiming the losing streak is the main reason behind his decision to sign on for at least another season.Thomas Tuchel ‘was NOT England’s first choice and Pep Guardiola could still get the job’Admitting that he did consider walking away at the end of the current campaign, Guardiola said: “I felt I could not leave now — simple as that.“Maybe the four defeats was the reason why and I felt the club still wanted me.Firstly because we won a lot, I feel love. But it’s a business and you have to win. I have a contract but I know if we don’t win I won’t continue.“The moment it’s done, the club will know it. And at this moment we didn’t feel it.“Txiki, Ferran and Khaldoon didn’t feel it so that’s why I’ve extended – to stay here and to continue to do well.“Every time I signed the contract I say it’s the last two – and still we are here. So honestly myself and my staff, we deserve to be here. I’m not arrogant to say it, it’s the truth. “We deserve the chance – after four defeats in a row – to bounce back and try to turn the situation. I had the feeling I wanted to take the right decisions for the future.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I enjoy being here, I like my job. I said many times, the moment I don’t have that feeling – even with a contract – I will call my chairman, my CEO and say the best thing for the club is for me to leave.“I don’t have that feeling right now, so I’ve extended.” More

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    Moment baffled Man City star is BOOKED after being hit by projectile thrown from crowd when she scored

    MANCHESTER CITY striker Khadija Shaw was bizarrely shown a yellow card after being hit by an object thrown from the crowd during Thursday’s Champions League clash with Hammarby.Shaw broke the deadlock for City with a deflected shot in the 31st minute. Khadija Shaw was hit by a projectile while celebrating her first goalCredit: EPAThe striker was left completely baffled after the incidentCredit: EPAShe was then left stunned after receiving a bizarre yellow cardCredit: GettyBut as she ran over to the corner flag to celebrate, she was struck by a projectile which appeared to be thrown from the home supporters.The striker looked over to the crowd to see where the object came from, but as she began walking back to the halfway line referee Silvia Gasperotti brandished a yellow card.Shaw looked completely perplexed as her team-mate Alex Greenwood attempted to question the decision.However, Gasperotti just walked away before restarting the match.Read More in FootballFans on social media were equally confused as to why Shaw received a booking.One person wrote: “Absolutely crazy decision from the ref.”Another commented: “Just when you think you have seen the worst decision in women’s football the refs just have to take it to a new level.”While a third said: “Poor officiating, there has to be severe punishment for this incompetence.”Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSOther fans appeared to suggest that Shaw was booked for “excessively celebrating” in front of the Hammarby fans.One commented: “She celebrated in front of Hammarby stand, that’s why she got a yellow card.”Chelsea women’s coach Emma Hayes SHOVES Arsenal boss Jonas Eidevall in heated scenes after losing League Cup finalShaw had the last laugh, however, as she went on to score the winner in superb style.Just four minutes after Ellen Wangerheim equalised for Hammarby, the striker fired a shot straight into the top-right corner from the edge of the box.The goal saw her become Man City Women’s all-time top goalscorer in the Champions League.City went on to win 2-1 to book a spot in the quarter-finals. More

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    Pep Guardiola’s new Man City contract officially confirmed as TWO-YEAR deal as threat of punishment over charges looms

    PEP GUARDIOLA has signed a two-year contract extension to remain manager of Manchester City.The 53-year-old’s existing deal was due to expire at the end of the season with the club in the midst of a legal battle with the Prem.Pep Guardiola has signed a new contract with Manchester CityCity chiefs Txiki Begiristain and Ferran Soriano believed Guardiola’s time at City was not overCredit: Manchester City FCThe Catalan’s new deal will mean he will have spent more than a decade as City managerCredit: ReutersIt was previously reported that Guardiola would sign a new rolling one-year extension.But that is no longer the case, with the legendary Spaniard extending his stay until at least 2027.City announced the news on X.The club first teased the announcement with a short, zoomed in clip into the former Barcelona manager’s eye.Most read in FootballGuardiola said: “Manchester City means so much to me. This is my ninth season here.”We have experienced so many amazing times together. I have a really special feeling for this football club. “That is why I am so happy to be staying for another two more seasons.”Hopefully now we can add more trophies to the ones we havealready won. That will be my focus.”Most read in FootballIt will take his time at the Etihad up to 11 years.Guardiola joined City back in 2016 following the departure of Manuel Pellegrini.Pep Guardiola says Man City is not ‘in a dark place’ despite Sporting Lisbon loss Pep’s greatest of Haal timeBy Neil CustisERLING HAALAND hailed Pep Guardiola as the greatest manager of all time.Manchester City boss Pep has signed a new two-year deal to stay at the Etihad and now the Prem champions want to convince their star striker to follow suit.And Haaland — who has scored 105 goals in 114 appearances for City — saluted the Spaniard.The 24-year-old Norwegian said: “He is the best manager in the world.“I think we all know he’s probably the best that ever existed on the earth.”After arriving from Borussia ­Dortmund for £51million in July 2022, Haaland was a key part as City landed the Treble of Champions League, Prem and FA Cup in his first season.And last term he helped Guardiola’s men seal a fourth Prem title in a row.The prolific marksman puts all City’s ­success down to the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich chief.Haaland added: “I expected loads of things from him and he has been ­delivering up to this every single second, so I’m super happy and you can see that when I play.”Guardiola moved to City from Bayern in the summer of 2016 and has won six league titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, the Champions League and the Club World Club.He won three titles each at Barcelona and Bayern Munich, plus two Champions Leagues with Barca.City feared he may leave at the end of this season but instead the 53-year-old has signed a new contract to stay on.Etihad chiefs hope Pep’s commitment will boost their chances of Haaland agreeing a £100m package — as revealed by SunSport this week.Barcelona have been linked with a swoop for the hitman. But Haaland — due to be back in Prem action at home to Spurs tomorrow —  has 2½ years left on his £375,000-a-week-plus-bonuses deal.Meanwhile, Guardiola believes he will know when the time is right for him to walk away.He said: “I enjoy being here, I like my job.“I said many times, the moment I don’t have that feeling — even with a contract — I will call my chairman, my CEO and say the best thing for the club is for me to leave.“I don’t have that feeling right now, so I’ve extended.”This is the fourth contract extension he has signed with City.Pep admitted: “Every time I signed the contract I’d say it’s the last two years — and still we are here. So honestly, myself and my staff, we deserve to be here. We deserve the chance after four defeats in a row to bounce back.”City have struggled since the serious knee injury to midfield linchpin Rodri in September and face an uphill task to retain their title.Pep added: “This season we have won one [Community Shield] and maybe we are not going to win the other ones but this is not the problem.“The problem is what’s next, what decisions do we have to take to still be in there. Still be a good team.”He has won 18 trophies during his time in English football, including six Premier League titles — second in the all-time list behind former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson (13).But there had been speculation regarding his future in recent weeks amid the club’s legal battle with Prem bosses.The hearing into City’s alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play has entered it’s 10th week.City are currently facing 115 charges relating to their financial dealings between 2009 and 2018.If found guilty, the Prem giants could face a significant punishment.They may even be expelled from the top division.But it is understood that Guardiola’s contract will NOT have a break clause.This means his new deal will not be affected by the outcome of the club’s hearing into the charges and if City were relegated.However, SunSport understands that it is unlikely that that the Cityzens would be dumped from all competitions despite the rules allowing for it to happen.With Guardiola agreeing to stay, he will be forced to lead City through the storm of whatever penalty – if any – they receive.In 2022-23, he helped City become only the second English side after Ferguson’s 1998-99 team to win the Treble — comprising the Prem, FA Cup and Champions League.Last term his side made history by becoming the first team to win four successive top-flight titles.The structure of Guardiola’s deal is the same as the contract he signed in November 2020 and November 2022.Guardiola has won 18 trophies during his time at the EtihadCredit: PAThe Spaniard matched Fergie’s Treble winning feat in 2022-23Credit: PAThe decision to extend also alleviates any potential problems of a managerial handover during a hectic summer that will see City compete at the Club World Cup in America.City – second in the table, winless in four, and four points behind leaders Liverpool – return to action at home to Tottenham on Saturday.Guardiola added: “I felt I could not leave now – simple as that. Maybe the four defeats was the reason why. I felt the club still wanted me.“Firstly because we won a lot, I feel love. But it’s a business and you have to win. I have a contract but I know if we don’t win I won’t continue.“The moment it’s done, the club will know it. And at this moment we didn’t feel it.“Every time I signed the contract I say it’s the last two – and still we are here. READ MORE SUN STORIES“So honestly myself and my staff, we deserve to be here. I’m not arrogant to say it, it’s the truth. We deserve the chance – after four defeats in a row – to bounce back and try to turn the situation.”This is the first time Guardiola has endured such a streak of losses – excluding penalty shootouts – in his managerial career. More

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    Man City vs Tottenham: Price boosts, specials offers and free bets for Saturday’s Premier League clash

    MANCHESTER CITY host Tottenham on Saturday night in the big game of the Premier League weekend.So our team of betting experts have carefully selected some of the best price boosts and special offers for new and existing customers from our betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesThe international breaks are out the way for a few months and Man City and Spurs are hoping the latest one will do them the world of good.City had lost four on the bounce before the split after chucking away a 1-0 lead to lose at Brighton.It’s an unusual spot for Pep Guardiola to be in but they’ll be hoping that Tottenham’s expansive style will allow them more time to play and get them back to winning ways.Spurs themselves didn’t leave league duty in a good way, losing 2-1 at home to struggling Ipswich before the fortnight away.Tottenham did win the only meeting between the teams this season, a 2-1 home win over a much-changed City in the Carabao Cup.William HillBelow are a selection of William Hill’s best price boosts and specials for this weekend’s clash.Man City to win 2-1 or 3-1 – was 15/4 NOW 9/2 – CLAIM HEREHeung-min Son & Dominic Solanke shot on target each – was 5/2 NOW 3/1 – CLAIM HEREPhil Foden to assist a goal – was 3/1 NOW 7/2 – CLAIM HEREtalkSPORT BETBookmakers talkSPORT BET have put together a few terrific odds enhancements for the biggest match of the weekend.Man City to win, Haaland to score & Solanke to score- was 7/1 NOW 9/1 – CLAIM HEREMan City to win, Spurs over 2.5 cards & Silva to score – was 29/4 NOW 17/2 – CLAIM HERESAFER GAMBLING WEEK – FIND OUT MORE HERERemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*William Hill. 18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply.*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply.*BetMGM. New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10+ at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Acca, 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Football, 1 x £10 Bet Builder. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.*talkSPORT BET. 18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet up to £40 (min. £20) on any football market at odds of 2.00+, in 7 days. Get up to £40 in free bets on selected markets. Bonuses expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply, see below. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly*Tote. New customers online only. Eligibility restrictions apply. Only valid with code B10G40 on registration. £10 min qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater across sports or racing (if EW then min £10 Win + £10 Place). Receive £20 Tote Credit, £10 Free Sports Bet and 50 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. 7-day expiry on free bets & Tote Credit. Your first bet will be your qualifying bet. One per customer. UK & ROI customers only. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org. Full T&Cs apply. More

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    Man City vs Tottenham: Back our 8/1 Bet Builder predictions and get £50 in free bets with Betfred

    THE Premier League returns and Pep Guardiola will be hoping his side’s winning mentality does too when Tottenham visit Manchester City on Saturday.Our team of betting experts have selected a Bet Builder for the massive top-flight encounter, which Betfred have priced up at a generous 8/1.Not just that! New Betfred customers who register an account with Betfred and stake a tenner on football will receive £50 in sports free bets!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereHow to claim..Betfred welcome offerVisit the Betfred website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: BETFRED50Deposit £10 using a Debit CardPlace your first bet of £10 or more on any qualifying Sportsbook markets, at odds of Evens or greaterOnce that bet has settled, Betfred will credit your account with £50 in Free BetsBetfred: Get your £50 in free bets – Claim here*Man City vs Tottenham tipsOur Bet Builder selections: Manchester City to win, over 4.5 goals in game and Kevin de Bruyne to score – ADD TO YOUR BET SLIP HERE!Back our 8/1 Bet BuilderHere’s why we’ve made those selections..Manchester City to win: Hard to believe this is a dodgy pick but that’s probably what it is at the moment. As good a time as any for Spurs to visit but you know it can turn at any moment. Can get back to winning ways here.Over 4.5 goals: A mammoth 17 goals scored in last three league games at Etihad and both sides are struggling to keep ball out their own net. Bets form of defence is attack and they both can do that. Could be thrilling.Kevin de Bruyne to score: On road back from injury and clocked minimal minutes on international duty. Not sure he’ll be thrown in from the start here but City need a spark from somewhere and he can provide it, from the start or the bench.Back our 8/1 Bet BuilderSAFER GAMBLING WEEK – FIND OUT MORE HERERemember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. T&Cs apply. More

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    ‘North vs South match could be huge positive for English game’ as Premier League considers holding matches in the US

    A NORTH vs South match could be a huge positive for English football, says a football investment expert.It was an idea mooted by Todd Boehly two years ago, not long after he took control of Chelsea.The Big Six already compete in the Summer Series friendlies in the USBoehly stated at the time that he wanted the Premier League to “take a little bit of a lesson from American sports” and questioned why there was not an All-Star game.A YouGov poll found most fans opposed the idea of such a match, though younger fans supported it, but investment specialist Adam Sommerfeld believes it could benefit the Premier League.He suggests US investment, which already has a stronghold in the Prem, could enhance the English game and improve its entertainment product.Sommerfeld told SunSport: “Some of the things they would bring to the game could be necessary changes or enhancements to the game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”A North vs South game, an All-Star game, why is it so bad? It’s just more entertainment, it’s something different. “We are in this attention economy, it’s a better and improved entertainment product so I don’t see it as a bad thing at all.”Those discussions are taking place (to have a Prem match in the US). We’ve seen from the NFL, NBA, MLB coming to London, these are big showcases, they are great events and they help promote that game.”I don’t think it’s the worst thing. I think it’s quite exciting, I think the fans would travel. We’ve seen from games in Europe that fans like the away day.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I don’t think that’s the worst thing at all.”LaLiga president Javier Tebas said there are plans to hold a league match in the US as early as the 2025-26 season, to build LaLiga’s brand in the American market.Every Premier League club’s most famous and also most surprising fanCrossing the pond for pre-season friendlies has already become a regular fixture for several English clubs, even League One side Wrexham thanks to the popularity of documentary ‘Welcome to Wrexham’.TV executives are keen for a Prem game to be played in the US and the idea has received support from Liverpool chairman Tom Werner and London mayor Sadiq Khan.Werner told the Financial Times: “I’m determined one day to have a Premier League game be played in New York City.”I even have the sort of crazy idea that there would be a day where we play one game in Tokyo, one game a few hours later in Los Angeles, one game a few hours later in Rio, one game a few hours later in Riyadh and make it sort of a day where football, where the Premier League, is celebrated.” More

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    Top tips for Score Predictor Matchweek 12 – play now and compete for £250 weekly prize!

    SCORE PREDICTOR returns with Matchweek 12 coming in hot.As usual, it’s free to play with a £250 cash prize for the weekly winner so there’s no reason to shy away.Play Score Predictor now!Credit: Dream TeamSimply submit your predictions for the five selected Premier League games and earn points for the accuracy of your forecast as the action unfolds.If you amass the most points then – cha ching – you’ll pocket the cash!Allow us to present some key stats and facts for each relevant fixture this Matchweek.Arsenal v Nottingham ForestThis was a relatively straightforward match-up to predict in recent seasons but Forest are a different beast this term.Nuno Espirito Santo’s mob are currently fifth in the table, level with the Gunners on 19 points.Only Liverpool have conceded fewer league goals than Forest at this stage while only Erling Haaland is clear of Chris Wood in the Golden Boot race.Mikel Arteta’s troops will certainly be wary of an upset having only won one of their last five outings in all competitions; and that a victory over Championship side Preston in the Carabao Cup.Most read in FootballWhat’s more, Forest boast the second-best away record in the top flight having gone unbeaten on the road since the start of the campaign.There’s a chance Arsenal will have reset during the international break but all signs point to a very competitive game at the Emirates this Saturday.Our Prediction: 1-1 drawForest have already won at Anfield this seasonCredit: GettyManchester City v TottenhamProbably the standout match-up of Matchweek 12.Pep Guardiola suffered a fourth consecutive defeat for the first time in his managerial career when his side fell to Brighton prior to the break.It would be quite something if that run were to extend to five but certainly not inconceivable given the opposition.Spurs have been a bogey team for the decorated tactician in recent years although his woes have generally stemmed from North London – City’s home record remains imperious.Ange Postecoglou’s side are difficult to pin down this season.They’re the league’s top scorers but inconsistent form, typified by their loss to Ipswich last time out, has them tenth in the standings.These sides rank first and second for total shots in the Premier League this season and with vulnerabilities in both defences it could be an entertaining contest – a tough one to predict though.Our Prediction: 2-2 drawScore PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOWSouthampton v LiverpoolIf the first two match-ups are tantalisingly poised, this one appears relatively simple.With Saints pinned to the bottom of the table and the Reds leading the way at the top, this is a huge mismatch on paper.Arne Slot may have one eye on Real Madrid in midweek but it’s surely a question of how many for the visitors on Sunday?Our Prediction: 4-0 to LiverpoolSouthampton will be up against it this weekendCredit: GettyIpswich v Manchester UnitedThe Red Devils once beat the Tractor Boys 9-0 under Alex Ferguson’s watch but that was a long time ago.After an underwhelming start to the campaign that proved to be the end of Erik ten Hag, Man United are just four places above Ipswich in the table at present.Although the East Anglians were made to wait until November 10th for their first Premier League since promotion.The primary talking point about this game revolves around Ruben Amorim with the Portuguese tactician set to take charge of his first game as head coach of the 20-time champions.Score Predictors will have to ask themselves how much they believe in the concept of a new manager bounce.Only Everton, Crystal Palace and Southampton have scored fewer league goals than Man United this term but there were signs of an upturn prior to the break.Our Prediction: 3-1 to Manchester UnitedA trip to Portman represents a relatively favourable start for Amorim on paperCredit: GettyNewcastle v West HamOptimism has been restored at St James’ Park this month following back-to-back wins over Arsenal and high-flying Forest.After a somewhat subdued start to the campaign, Alexander Isak is now bang in form having scored in four consecutive games – the Swedish striker will fancy his chances of extending his streak on Monday night.In contrast, patience is running thin among Hammers fans in regards to Julen Lopetegui’s tenure.West Ham failed to score in either of the last two outings (against Forest and Everton) and have been rendered relatively toothless by Mohammed Kudus’ lengthy suspension.Having been 3-1 down in the 76th minute, Harvey Barnes inspired Newcastle to a 4-3 win over West Ham in the corresponding fixture last season but it should be a more straightforward task for the hosts this time around.Our Prediction: 2-0 to NewcastleREAD MORE SUN STORIESThink you know better? You’re almost certainly right!Play Score Predictor now and put yourself in contention for the £250 weekly prize.BetMGM sign up offerBetMGM: Get £40 in free bets — HERE**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org More