Mark Lawrenson
‘Weak link’ – Lawrenson makes bold claim about Tottenham before Palace clash
Tottenham Hotspur will travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday after the international break. Former great Liverpool defender turned popular football pundit, Mark Lawrenson, has predicted a 1-0 victory for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side. Spurs are missing several key players for this game through injuries and covid protocols, but Lawrenson believes they are capable of beating their London rivals. Despite winning all three of their opening fixtures, including a 1-0 win over Manchester City, Lawrenson suggests that Spurs “have not done anything spectacular so far”. However, at the same time, he adds that they have done well to pick up wins in their three matches. The BBC pundit has made a bold claim that the defence is the “weak link” for Spurs. He told B...
‘Big response’ – Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Leeds vs Everton
Leeds United will take on Everton in the Premier League at Elland Road on Saturday afternoon. The Whites made a horror start to the new campaign, suffering a 5-1 defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Leeds did well in the first half to keep the game tight, despite going a goal down. They restored parity after the break, but a calamitous performance soon after saw the Red Devils tear them apart with four unanswered goals. Robin Koch struggled badly in the defensive midfield role, and Marcelo Bielsa needs to strengthen this position before the transfer window closes. It won’t be a problem against the Toffees, with Kalvin Phillips set to return to the starting line-up. Leeds are more stable and compact with him on the side. His return will allow Koch to move back in defence alongs...
‘Not looking great’: Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Southampton vs Manchester United
BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction for Sunday’s Premier League clash between Southampton and Manchester United at St Mary’s. The Saints had a good opening half against Everton in the season opener as debutant Adam Armstrong found the back of the net at Goodison Park. However, they capitulated after the interval. The Toffees ended up comfortable 3-0 victors. On the contrary, United secured a convincing 5-1 triumph over Leeds United at Old Trafford, with Paul Pogba matching a unique record with four assists. The Red Devils did the double over the Saints last season, which included a stunning 9-0 win at home. The Saints finished the game with nine men. Lawrenson does not anticipate a similar scoreline, but he has no doubts that the visitors will come on top with a 2-...
Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Manchester United vs Leeds United
BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction for tomorrow’s Premier League clash between Manchester United and Leeds United at Old Trafford. The Red Devils finished as runners-up in the league last term, but they ended the campaign on a disappointing note with a defeat in the Europa League final. They will kickstart the new league season with an early kick-off on Saturday. The club are favourites against old rivals Leeds, and Lawrenson has backed them for a 2-1 win. He said: “I’m looking forward to seeing Jadon Sancho in action – I think everyone is except for Leeds fans. “This will be a lot closer than the 6-2 win that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side enjoyed at the end of last year, but I’d still expect them to take the points.” “They need to improve on their home form from la...
Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Brentford vs Arsenal
BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction for the Premier League curtain-raiser between Brentford and Arsenal tonight. The Bees have returned to the top-flight after 74 years. They are set to host the Gunners, who were their last opponents before they were relegated back in 1948. Thomas Frank’s side will be motivated ahead of the season opener on their home turf, and Lawrenson has backed them to share the spoils in a 1-1 draw. He said: “I fancy them to get something out of this one, because they are at home and in front of their fans, and we also don’t know what to expect from Arsenal yet, in terms of form or how their fitness will compare with the Bees.” Sportslens view: The Bees were the best attacking outfit in the Championship last term, registering 79 goals during t...
Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for West Ham vs Everton
Everton will face West Ham in the Premier League on Sunday. Ahead of the match, former Liverpool defender turned popular football pundit, Mark Lawrenson has predicted a 2-0 win for the Hammers. Everton suffered a big blow last week in their race for the European spot after they lost 2-1 against Aston Villa at Goodison Park. The Toffees are going through a bad spell at the moment, having managed just one win in their last eight games in all competitions. West Ham defeated Everton in their corresponding fixture and Lawrenson believes that the Hammers will get another similar result today. The Hammers, on the other hand, returned to winning ways last week after beating Burnley 2-1 at Turf Moor. He said to BBC Sport: “West Ham were very impressive when they beat Burnley last weekend...
Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Manchester City vs Chelsea
BBC Football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction for Saturday’s Premier League clash between Manchester City and Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium. The Cityzens and Blues booked their spots in the final of the Champions League in midweek after aggregate wins over Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid. Before the final on May 29, they will face a dress rehearsal in the league tomorrow, but the match has significance for both clubs for different reasons. The Cityzens need a maximum of two points to secure a third league title in four seasons, and they will be aiming to get the job done against the Blues. Meanwhile, Thomas Tuchel’s side are yet to cement their top-four place in the league despite their sublime run of form in recent months. The Blues are three points ahead of fifth-place...
‘Very close’: Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Brighton vs Leeds
Leeds United will travel to Amex Stadium to face Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday. Former Liverpool defender turned popular football pundit, Mark Lawrenson, has predicted a 2-1 victory for Leeds. The last time when the two sides met, Brighton won 1-0 at Elland Road. Lawrenson has suggested that it will be another close contest. However, he thinks Leeds will emerge victorious. He told BBC Sport: “I watched Brighton win at Elland Road in January and I’d argue the Seagulls haven’t played better than that very often this season. “Graham Potter’s side stood up to Leeds that day, and in the end they won comfortably – although typically they only scored once. “This time, I think it is going to be very close.” Leeds have done exceedingly well under Marcelo Bielsa in...
‘Outside chance’ – Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Everton vs Aston Villa
Everton will face Aston Villa in the Premier League clash on Saturday afternoon at Goodison Park. Ahead of the match, popular football pundit, Mark Lawrenson has predicted a 2-0 win for the Toffees. Aston Villa are without a win in their last three games in the Premier League, picking up only one point. They managed a 2-2 draw against West Brom in their last game, where Kienan Davis scored in the dying minutes to salvage a point. Everton, on the other hand, are heading into this game on the back of a 1-0 win against Arsenal. The victory against the Gunners have given them a renewed hope in the Premier League top-four race, but Lawrenson feels they have only an outside chance. Lawrenson told BBC Sport: “Aston Villa got a last-minute equaliser against West Brom last time out but the wo...
‘That is a worry’: Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Liverpool vs Newcastle
Liverpool will face Newcastle United in the Premier League at Anfield on Saturday. Former great Liverpool defender turned popular football pundit, Mark Lawrenson, has predicted a 2-0 victory for the Reds. Newcastle find themselves 15th in the league table. They are undefeated in their last three games (including two wins) and are heading into this match on the back of a 3-2 win against West Ham United. With six games left to play, Newcastle are mathematically not safe yet, but they are eight points above third-bottom Fulham, who could find it hard to catch them now. Liverpool, on the other hand, have a serious fight on their hands to get into the top four. The Reds are undefeated in their last four games, winning three of them. Jurgen Klopp’s side are heading into this game on t...
‘Dip from Jose Mourinho’s side’: Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Fulham vs Tottenham
Popular football pundit Mark Lawrenson has predicted a win for Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday. Spurs will travel to Craven Cottage to face Fulham in the Premier League, and Lawrenson has backed a 2-0 win for Jose Mourinho’s side. The north Londoners returned to winning ways last weekend after thrashing Burnley 4-0, with Gareth Bale netting a brace. It was arguably Bale’s best performance since rejoining Spurs on loan from Real Madrid in the summer as Spurs picked up all three points. It was also the first time Mourinho unleashed the front three of Harry Kane, Son Heung-Min and Bale, and it paid off. Spurs are six points off fourth-placed West Ham United with a game in hand, and they will be looking to close the gap on other rivals. Lawrenson told BBC Sport: “Tottenham were very impressive a...
Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Chelsea vs Manchester United
BBC Football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction for Sunday’s much-awaited Premier League clash between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have revived their campaign since Thomas Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard as the manager last month and they are unbeaten in six league games where they have picked up four wins. They are currently fifth in the league standings with 43 points, only two adrift of West Ham United, who are occupying the final Champions League spot. Up next, the capital outfit are scheduled to host Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side, who are second in the table with a six-point advantage over them. Stamford Bridge has not been a happy hunting ground for United over the years but the trend has recently reversed with three wins in as many competitio...
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