Carragher tips Villa to shock United, backs Arsenal & City to bounce back
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher delivered his Premier League weekend verdict on Sky Sports Friday, predicting Aston Villa to edge Manchester United 2-1 at Villa Park on Sunday (5:30pm Nigeria time). He also backed Arsenal to beat Hull comfortably, Manchester City to overcome Nottingham Forest, Liverpool to see off Crystal Palace, and Chelsea to nick a 2-1 win at Sunderland.
Carragher's picks carry weight in Nigerian betting circles and fantasy leagues — his record last season was 62% correct on result predictions. United's shaky form under new pressure makes the Villa upset plausible; the Villans are unbeaten at home in six. Arsenal sit top after last week's win, while City need a response after dropping points. For Nigerian viewers, all matches live on SuperSport Premier League (DStv Ch. 203) and Showmax Pro.
Fantasy managers: Villa defenders (Cash, Konsa) and Arsenal attackers (Saka, Havertz) look essential this gameweek. United assets carry risk until form stabilizes. Betting markets currently offer Villa at 2.10, United at 3.40.
With United's defence leaking and Villa flying at home, will you trust Carragher's 2-1 Villa tip or back Ten Hag's side to prove the pundits wrong?