Premier League Predictor Challenge: Gameweek 21 Delivers Drama and Surprises
How did you fare against our seasoned experts in Daily Mail Sport's Premier League Predictor challenge during the electrifying gameweek 21? The weekend served up a feast of footballing drama, packed with late goals, stunning comebacks, and one astute participant who managed to predict all seven results with pinpoint accuracy.
A Weekend of Unpredictable Action and Late Drama
The action kicked off on Saturday afternoon with Arsenal delivering a commanding 4-0 victory over Leeds United, marking a strong return to winning form in the Premier League. Meanwhile, at the Amex Stadium, Beto's dramatic 97th-minute equaliser secured a 1-1 draw for Everton against Brighton, setting the tone for a weekend where late twists became the norm.
Saturday teatime witnessed an epic encounter at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea staged a remarkable comeback from 2-0 down to defeat West Ham United 3-2. The winning goal, a late strike from Enzo Fernandez, was followed by an on-pitch brawl, adding to the chaotic spectacle.
Later that evening, Anthony Gordon gave Newcastle United an early lead at Anfield, threatening a major upset against Liverpool. However, a quickfire double from Hugo Ekitike before half-time shifted momentum, propelling the hosts to a comprehensive 4-1 victory.
Expert Predictions and Leaderboard Shake-Up
Daily Mail Sport's panel of experts faced a challenging set of fixtures. Here is a breakdown of how one of our key pundits, Jack Gaughan, performed:
- Brighton 1-1 Everton - Predicted HOME win - 0 points
- Leeds 0-4 Arsenal - Predicted DRAW - 0 points
- Chelsea 3-2 West Ham - Predicted HOME win - 1 point
- Liverpool 4-1 Newcastle - Predicted HOME win - 1 point
- Aston Villa 0-1 Brentford - Predicted HOME win - 0 points
- Manchester United 3-2 Fulham - Predicted HOME win - 1 point
- Tottenham 2-2 Manchester City - Predicted AWAY win - 0 points
Jack Gaughan accumulated three points from the weekend's matches. While a home win for Liverpool was widely anticipated, many predictors were tripped up by the early Sunday clashes.
Sunday Surprises and Title Implications
At Old Trafford, Manchester United appeared to have thrown away victory, conceding two late goals to Fulham for a potential draw. However, Benjamin Sesko's last-gasp winner sent the home crowd into raptures, salvaging a 3-2 win.
Perhaps the biggest shock came at Villa Park, where Brentford, reduced to ten men after Kevin Schade's first-half sending-off, secured a 1-0 victory over high-flying Aston Villa. Dango Outtara's 45th-minute goal proved decisive, dealing a potentially fatal blow to Villa's title aspirations and ruining the chances of a perfect seven for many Predictor participants.
The weekend concluded with Tottenham Hotspur's impressive comeback against Manchester City. A Dominic Solanke brace secured a 2-2 draw for under-pressure manager Thomas Frank, capping off a round of fixtures defined by resilience and unpredictability.
Expert Standings and Your Chance to Compete
Among Daily Mail Sport's expert panel, Lewis Steele emerged as the top scorer for gameweek 21 with five points. James Sharpe and Nathan Salt followed closely, each securing four points. Jack Gaughan's three-point haul means James Sharpe now leads the overall expert leaderboard by a narrow margin of two points.
Do you believe you possess the footballing intellect to predict all seven results correctly in the upcoming weekend? The selections for gameweek 22 of the Predictor challenge are now live. As always, there is a tempting £1,000 prize pot up for grabs, and you can participate throughout the entire 2025-26 Premier League season.
You can play conveniently on the web or via our dedicated app. If you fancy yourself as the ultimate Predictor Supremo, now is the perfect time to test your knowledge and intuition. Please note that this challenge is open to individuals aged 18 and over who are residents of Great Britain, excluding Northern Ireland. Standard terms and conditions apply.
