Chris Sutton shares EPL weekend predictions: Brentford-Chelsea 2-2, Brighton-Arsenal 1-2, more
Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton released his Premier League predictions for the weekend of September 18-20, 2026, forecasting scores for nine matches. He expects Brentford and Chelsea to draw 2-2 on Friday night, Brighton to lose 1-2 to Arsenal on Saturday evening, and Fulham to hold Manchester United to a 2-2 draw on Sunday evening. Sutton also sees Manchester City beating Sunderland 2-1, Tottenham falling 1-2 to Aston Villa, Everton winning 1-0 against Ipswich Town, Newcastle sharing points with Hull City 1-1, Nottingham Forest beating Coventry City 2-0, Bournemouth and Liverpool settling for 1-1, and Leeds defeating Crystal Palace 2-0.
These predictions, shared via BBC Sport, give fans a snapshot of expected outcomes that can inform weekend viewing plans, fantasy league picks, or casual betting considerations. While Sutton’s pedigree adds weight, remember that forecasts are not guarantees—injuries, form, and tactical shifts can alter results.
Which of these forecasted scorelines do you think will play out, and how might they affect your weekend football plans or fantasy selections?