The 2025/2026 English Premier League resumes this weekend with an action-packed Matchday 22, set to deliver excitement at both the top and bottom of the table.
Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has released his predictions for the latest round of fixtures, sharing his views via BBC Sport.
Saturday’s schedule is highlighted by the early kick-off clash between Manchester United and Manchester City, a derby that could significantly impact the title race as well as the battle for Champions League qualification.
Elsewhere on Saturday, Chelsea host Brentford at Stamford Bridge, Liverpool welcome Burnley, and Nottingham Forest face league leaders Arsenal in an evening showdown.
Sunday’s fixtures feature Aston Villa against Everton, while Wolves take on Newcastle United. The round concludes on Monday night with Brighton hosting Bournemouth.
Sutton’s Matchday 22 Predictions
- Man United 1–3 Man City
- Chelsea 2–1 Brighton
- Leeds United 1–1 Fulham
- Liverpool 2–0 Burnley
- Sunderland 1–0 Crystal Palace
- Tottenham 1–0 West Ham
- Nottingham Forest 0–1 Arsenal
- Wolves 1–1 Newcastle
- Aston Villa 2–1 Everton
- Brighton 2–2 Bournemouth
Matchday 22 Fixtures and Kick-off Times
Saturday, January 17
- 1:30 pm: Man United vs Man City
- 4:00 pm: Sunderland vs Crystal Palace
- 4:00 pm: Chelsea vs Brentford
- 4:00 pm: Liverpool vs Burnley
- 4:00 pm: Tottenham vs West Ham
- 4:00 pm: Leeds United vs Fulham
- 6:30 pm: Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal
Sunday, January 18
- 3:00 pm: Wolves vs Newcastle
- 5:30 pm: Aston Villa vs Everton
Monday
- 9:00 pm: Brighton vs Bournemouth
With high-stakes encounters spread across the weekend, Matchday 22 promises thrilling football for Premier League fans.