Premier League Predictions: Sutton’s Insights on Franklin’s Rising Star, Daniel Mays
The Premier League season is well underway, and football fans are eagerly looking forward to the upcoming matches. BBC Sport’s football expert, Chris Sutton, is known for his accurate predictions, and this week he shares his insights on the games with actor and Leyton Orient fan, Daniel Mays.
A Lifelong Love for Leyton Orient
Daniel Mays, known for his role in the new Apple TV+ drama series Franklin, is a lifelong Leyton Orient fan. He shares his connection with the club, explaining that it is purely a family thing since his dad is a massive fan. Mays recalls going to Brisbane Road as a child and having a love affair with the club throughout the years. Despite the heartaches and disappointments, such as losing three play-off finals, Mays remains a dedicated fan who always follows their results.
Inspiration from ‘Orient: Club For A Fiver’
Mays also reveals that he has a connection with John Sitton, the co-manager of Orient during the 1994-95 season. The Channel Four series ‘Orient: Club For A Fiver’ documented the club’s relegation to what is now League Two and made Sitton famous for his meltdowns and rants at his players. Mays explains that he watched Sitton in the documentary before playing a similar character in a play called ‘The Red Lion.’ He befriended Sitton over Twitter and has a lot of respect for him.
Predictions for the Upcoming Matches
As for the Premier League predictions, Sutton and Mays share their thoughts on the upcoming games. Sutton predicts a close match between Newcastle and Tottenham, with Tottenham edging it with a 3-2 victory. Mays, despite being a Spurs fan, backs Newcastle for a 2-1 win due to their strong performance at St James’ Park.
They both agree that Brentford will secure a home win against Sheffield United, with Sutton predicting a 2-0 victory and Mays leaning towards a 1-0 result. Burnley’s match against Brighton is deemed unpredictable, with Sutton predicting a 1-1 draw and Mays going for a goalless 0-0 draw.
Manchester City is expected to dominate their game against Luton, with both Sutton and Mays predicting a comfortable win for City. Nottingham Forest and Wolves are set for a tight match, with Sutton predicting a 1-1 draw and Mays going for a more eventful 2-2 draw.
Bournemouth’s previous victory over Manchester United in December leaves Sutton skeptical about United’s chances this time. He predicts a 2-1 win for Bournemouth, while Mays predicts a 3-1 victory for United.
Liverpool is expected to bounce back from their recent slip-up, with Sutton predicting a 3-0 win against Crystal Palace and Mays going for a 2-0 victory. West Ham and Fulham are likely to have an entertaining match, with both Sutton and Mays predicting a 2-2 draw.
Arsenal’s match against Aston Villa is anticipated to be thrilling, with both Sutton and Mays predicting a high-scoring game. Sutton goes for a 3-1 win for Arsenal, while Mays predicts a closer 3-2 victory for the Gunners.
Finally, Chelsea is set to face Everton, and both Sutton and Mays predict a draw. Sutton goes for a 1-1 result, and Mays predicts a 2-1 win for Chelsea.
Conclusion
As the Premier League season progresses, fans eagerly await the outcome of each match. Chris Sutton’s predictions have earned him the title of predictions champion, and his insights, along with Daniel Mays’ perspective as a lifelong Leyton Orient fan, provide an interesting take on the upcoming games. Whether their predictions prove accurate or not, one thing is for sure – the Premier League matches will continue to captivate fans with their excitement and drama.