Sunday 19th January
Swansea City v Tottenham Hotspur (13:30 GMT)
Analysis:
Swansea’s current form in the league must surely be worrying Michael Laudrup, with only 3 points taken out of the last 7 games, and no win in that time. Tottenham on the other hand, have played well under Tim Sherwood, while they have won their last 4 on the road. I expect this run to continue here, with Swansea having most of the ball, but struggling to create, while the combination of the rejuvenated Adebayor and Soldado will be potent on the counter attack. Like Arsenal did against them, Swansea are likely to win the midfield battle, but I just don’t think they will punish Spurs in the way that Arsenal did. Away win.
Prediction: 0-2
Lawro’s Prediction: 1-1
Chelsea v Manchester United (16:00 GMT)
Analysis:
This is undoubtedly the game of the weekend, with all eyes on this game to really assess the two teams as they approach a critical stage of the season. If United can sneak an away win against Mourinho’s men, then the rest of the league will sit up and take notice, and the pressure on Moyes will surely disappear. On the other hand, a home win will keep the pressure on at the top for City and Arsenal, whilst surely condemning the champions to next season without a title, and give them serious cause for concern over their ability to win Champions League football. Neither Moyes nor Mourinho can afford to lose, so don’t expect them to. Draw.
Prediction: 1-1
Lawro’s prediction: 2-0