Soccer Analyst Chris Sutton Faces Off Against Artist Olly Murs in Premier League Forecasts

Arsenal's 10-game victorious run came to an end by Sunderland before the global hiatus, but will the English top division leaders bounce back against local foes Spurs this weekend?

"{I believe like Arsenal are light years ahead of Tottenham at the moment but Spurs boss Thomas Frank will have a plan for this match," stated football expert Chris Sutton.

"The Spurs manager will try to nullify Arsenal, who have not always been at their sparkling best this season - but Mikel Arteta's team usually still manage to win."

The analyst is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season, against artificial intelligence, fans and a range of guests.

In the twelfth round, he takes on performer Olly Murs, who is a United fan.

The singer's new record, Knees Up, is available on Friday.

Football and Parenting Life

Murs is a talented footballer as well as a accomplished artist and has been a star of multiple charity football games over time - but he is not intending a serious comeback as a player.

"{I recently played in a benefit game the other evening for a mate of mine," he said. "My side was trailing 3-1 when I came off in the 60th minute, and they went on to win 4-3, so you can read into that what you will!

"I still love football, but I injured my joint a few years ago and it even now hasn't fully recovered. I wish I could play more but the unpredictability of the game means it's too dangerous for me in my career to do it seriously again.

"Plus I am 41 now, and we are not all Cristiano Ronaldo, are we!? No, I am very happy not playing football and I am gearing up for the moment that my daughter or boy decides to play instead."

Murs and his wife his partner have two children, Madison and their son, and he is ready to emulate his dad by becoming their manager.

"I will not force football on our kids but I've already told my wife that if they happen to get the passion for it then I will have to go and get my coaching badges - and I will likely be coaching their weekend soccer side," he said.

"I observed my relatives play a lot, and I truly got into it, and I clearly owned a soccer team for a period too.

"My father did it with us when I was a child, which is likely where I get it from. He coached our team for several years and had a wonderful time with it. That might be the future for me as well, and I am looking forward to it!"

Top Division Forecasts

Weekend, 22 November

• Turf Moor, 12:30 GMT

Chelsea might have to wait a bit longer for their star's return from injury but their offense is now more potent with Joao Pedro and Delap both back fit.

In my opinion this fixture will be fairly tight, however. Burnley are well organised and their sole at Turf Moor losses so far have been against the Reds and the Gunners.

This suggests a one-all draw to me, but I am in fact going to go with the London side to win narrowly for what would be their third Premier League win in a row.

Sutton's prediction: 1-2

The singer's pick: Chelsea will be superior. 1-3

Artificial intelligence's prediction: 0-2

• Vitality Stadium, 15:00 GMT

The Cherries have lost their previous couple matches - although both of them were on the road - but they got thoroughly beaten by Aston Villa last time out which shocked me.

On the other hand, West Ham secured back-to-back victories before the international break and, although both of those games were at their stadium, they appear strong again.

West Ham's sole on the road win this campaign came at Forest in August, when West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo was previously Forest coach.

So, what on earth do I go with here - will it be West Ham continuing their run under Nuno, or the home side bouncing back?

I will choose the Cherries, because I believe what occurred against Villa was a anomaly.

Sutton's forecast: 2-0

The guest's outlook: Bournemouth are doing well but West Ham have picked up under their boss. 2-2

AI's pick: 1-1

• Amex Stadium, 15:00 GMT

The Bees were considered one of the favourites for relegation before the campaign started, but they have impressed a several people under their manager and are in good form with three wins in their past four matches.

My son told me to select Bees striker Thiago in my fantasy soccer squad a few weeks ago and, unfortunately, I didn't listen.

The forward will probably score again on Saturday but I am nonetheless not going to select him or back Brentford at Amex Stadium.

They have not had great fortune on the road this season, and Brighton are consistently strong at home. The visitors will attempt to hit them on the break but I think Fabian Hurzeler's team pose much more of a threat.

The analyst's prediction: 2-1

The singer's view: It could be a match where you expect there is going to be a many scores but it actually turns out to be rather tight. 1-1

AI's outcome: 2-1

• Craven Cottage, 15:00 GMT

This is a huge game for Fulham, who have lost five of their past six games.

They have have lots of quality in their team but it nonetheless seems like they could be dragged into a drop zone battle.

Regarding Sunderland, well they are the unexpected success of the Premier League campaign so far.

Their display in the two-all draw with the Gunners last time out was excellent. We've not witnessed anyone else rough up the North London side like that this season, and they were fully competitive for them.

The sensible thing to do to support the Black Cats here, because they are clearly able of roughing the hosts up too and, the last time they were in this part of London, they beat the Blues at the end of October.

However I am not going to choose that. Rather, I really need to carry on opposing Sunderland with my predictions. I am claiming a lot of credit for their positive results because they clearly enjoy to defy my predictions.

Looking at the home side's at Craven Cottage record, the only side they have lost to is Arsenal. Their manager's side will be absolutely eager for a good outcome, so I am going to say they will secure three points.

The expert's forecast: 1-0

The guest's choice: I'm aware the visitors are doing well and also that the hosts are on a poor streak... but they have nonetheless been respectable at home this season. 2-0

AI's outlook: 2-0

• Anfield, 15:00 GMT

It is a tough one to predict. Liverpool have suffered seven of their last ten matches in all competitions, but might they be one of the sides who benefit from the {international break|