After two weeks away thanks to the dreaded international break, Premier League football is finally back – and Paul Merson has been sharing his predictions.
The Sky Sports pundit believes our clash with Fulham will end in a 1-1 draw, although his money would be on Fulham if he had to pick a winner.
He’s also backing this one to be a ‘really good game’, feeling both sides try to play the right way. He feels we often struggle without Allan Saint-Maximin – who was a big miss in that toothless draw against Bournemouth last time out – but believes Eddie Howe’s Mags will be ‘difficult to beat this season.’
Speaking to Sportskeeda, here’s what Merson’s had to say ahead of the game:
“This (Fulham v Newcastle) is going to be a really good game.
“I watched Newcastle in their previous game and I thought they struggled without Allan Saint-Maximin.
“I do like how Eddie Howe sets up his teams, however, and I think they’ll be difficult to beat this season.
“I’m impressed with the way Fulham have started their Premier League campaign – they always have a go at teams! Aleksandar Mitrovic seems to be scoring every week and if I had to go with someone here, I’d pick Fulham.
“Newcastle also have impressive players in their ranks, however, and a draw is a more probable outcome.
“Prediction: Fulham 1-1 Newcastle United.”
How do you see our trip to Craven Cottage panning out, folks?
I’m going for the Toon win 3-1, with goals from Wilson, Burn and Bruno.
Our defence is big enough to put Mitro back in his box.
We really do have to start kicking on, and now is as good a time as any to start.
Helen Clarey(Quote)
Well he has got it wrong yet again HT 0-3 hope more to come.
Kiddafromthetoon(Quote)
Typical Merson. Typically wrong.
Steve(Quote)
What a pundit – pack in Mersob go get a season ticket for the **** and stay there
PHILIP RENNER(Quote)