Tottenham are in serious trouble. They've lost five Premier League games in a row, and now Chris Sutton reckons they're his pick to go down. Yes, you read that right – Tottenham Hotspur could be relegated.
"It's one from four teams to fill the final relegation slot, and at the moment, Spurs are my choice," Sutton explained. He's changed his mind from thinking West Ham were doomed, but the Hammers have shown some fight lately.
The big problem? Manager Igor Tudor. Sutton isn't usually one for quick sackings, but he says Tudor has "obliterated everyone in his squad" since arriving. If Spurs don't act fast, they're in massive trouble heading into their clash with Liverpool on Sunday.
Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season. This week, he's joined by YouTuber Angry Ginge – real name Morgan Burtwistle – who's a lifelong Manchester United fan from Salford.
United Fan Loving Life Under Carrick
Angry Ginge is buzzing about United's turnaround under Michael Carrick. The change in system and morale has been huge, and Benjamin Sesko is finally finding his scoring touch with four goals in his last six games.
"The way Carrick has managed Sesko has been especially brilliant," Ginge said. "When you push for a start like he was doing, you have to perform. And he's been delivering when it matters."
For bettors watching United's revival, their odds for top four have been shortening. They face Aston Villa on Sunday in a massive third versus fourth clash. Villa have completely lost their way after a strong start to the season.
Weekend's Big Predictions
The Tottenham-Liverpool match is the headline fixture. Sutton is backing Liverpool 2-0 despite their own unconvincing form. "They surely can't lose to Tottenham, can they?" he asked. Angry Ginge agrees, predicting a 3-1 Liverpool win.
For the Manchester derby of interest – United hosting Villa – both predictors fancy the home side. Sutton goes 2-1, while Angry Ginge is confident of a 2-0 United win at Old Trafford. He's adamant Carrick should get the job permanently.
Manchester City face West Ham in another crucial game. Despite City's collapse in Madrid midweek, both Sutton and Ginge expect them to edge it. City haven't lost to the Hammers in the league since 2015, though West Ham are desperate for points in their survival fight.
The prediction battle continues with Sutton currently bottom of the standings. "I've turned into Tottenham," he joked. "Although I'm only one win away from being top of the league." AI predictions currently lead, but it's incredibly tight with nine rounds remaining.
