Premier League predictions: Gameweek 8

There are only seven Premier League fixtures this weekend due to a lack of police resources and a train strike. The postponement of Gameweek 7 means teams have only played six games. There are two Friday night fixtures. 90min's predictions for the upcoming weekend.

Aston Villa play Southampton in Premier League on Friday Night Football. Steven Gerrard's team were denied a late win against Manchester City last time out. Ralph Hasenhuttl's side looks rejuvenated, but it might be too far for them.

Nottingham Forest welcome Fulham to the City Ground in Premier League game. Fulamilco Silva's side have impressed since their promotion from the Championship. Steve Cooper's team has struggled to find the same results.

Wolves host Manchester City in the early kick-off on Saturday. Bruno Lage will decide whether to sign Diego Costa. Erling Haaland has scored 13 goals in nine games for Manchester.

Newcastle United and Bournemouth are level on seven points at the top of the Premier League table. Eddie Howe's Boursheries take on Gary O'Neill's Newcastle United at 3pm on Saturday.

Tottenham Hotspur are unbeaten in the Premier League this season. Spurs lost 2-0 at Sporting CP in Champions League on Tuesday. Leicester City are struggling and have just one point from their opening seven matches.

Brentford welcome Arsenal to the Gtech Community Stadium for the first time since the opening day of the 2021/22 season. The Gunners fell to Brentford on a famous night in west London 13 months ago. Brentfords are buoyed by their fast start to this season and Ivan Toney's England call-up. Mikel Arteta's men remain top of Premier League table ahead of north London derby on October 1.

Everton are without a win in the Premier League this season. West Ham United are mired in 18th place. David Moyes' team will be looking for three points on their return to Goodison Park.