How did you perform against the experts in Daily Mail Sport's Premier League Predictor challenge during Gameweek 26? Were you able to outscore Lewis Steele and the other pundits? This past weekend delivered a packed schedule full of excitement and unexpected twists, starting with a thrilling 2-2 draw between Manchester United and Bournemouth on the south coast.
A Challenging Round of Fixtures
It proved to be a particularly difficult set of matches to predict accurately. None of the participants across the country managed to correctly forecast all seven results. However, twenty-six players performed exceptionally well by scoring six points, showcasing impressive football knowledge.
Key Matches and Surprises
Brighton secured a notable three points against the reigning Premier League champions. Danny Welbeck netted his twelfth league goal of the season against Arne Slot's struggling side. Welbeck's brace, scored either side of Milos Kerkez's equaliser, ensures he remains the highest-scoring English player this campaign, despite being omitted from Thomas Tuchel's squad the previous day.
Expert Predictions Breakdown
Lewis Steele was the Daily Mail Sport expert to beat last weekend. His predictions were as follows:
- Brighton vs Liverpool - DRAW - 0 points
- Fulham vs Burnley - HOME WIN - 1 point
- Everton vs Chelsea - HOME WIN - 1 point
- Tottenham vs Nottingham Forest - HOME WIN - 0 points
- Leeds vs Brentford - HOME WIN - 0 points
- Newcastle vs Sunderland - HOME WIN - 0 points
- Aston Villa vs West Ham - DRAW - 0 points
Josh King, Harry Wilson, and Raul Jimenez were instrumental in Fulham's comeback from a 1-0 deficit, leading Marco Silva's team to a convincing 3-1 victory over Burnley at Craven Cottage.
Everton then delivered a comfortable 3-0 win against Chelsea, damaging the Blues' Champions League aspirations while significantly boosting their own European hopes. The Toffees now sit in eighth place, while Liverpool's defeat leaves Liam Rosenior's side one point behind them in sixth.
Leeds and Brentford concluded their encounter with a 0-0 stalemate at Elland Road.
Weekend Highlights and Dramatic Finishes
On Sunday, the standout fixture of the weekend lived up to expectations. Newcastle took an early lead against their local rivals Sunderland through Anthony Gordon, before Chemsdine Talbi equalised three minutes before the hour mark. Brian Brobbey then emerged as the hero in the ninetieth minute, securing victory and sending the away fans into raptures at St James' Park.
Aston Villa rebounded from three consecutive defeats to claim a 2-0 victory over West Ham, leaving Nuno Espirito Santo's team languishing in the relegation zone for another week.
Nottingham Forest then stunned Tottenham with a 3-0 win in a dramatic bottom-of-the-table clash. This result leaves Spurs just one point above the Hammers in the drop zone and places interim manager Igor Tudor under immense pressure.
Expert and Leaderboard Update
Our experts found this week as challenging as everyone else, with Kieran Gill and Nathan Salt topping the expert scores with just three points each. James Sharpe maintains his position at the summit of the overall leaderboard, holding a three-point advantage over Jack Gaughan in second place.
Looking Ahead to Gameweek 27
Do you believe you can correctly predict all seven games this coming weekend? Put your football expertise to the test. The selections for Gameweek 27 of the Predictor challenge are now live. As always, there is £1,000 in prize money available, and you can participate throughout the 2025-26 Premier League season. Play via the web or on our app, whichever you prefer. Dive right in at dailymail.co.uk/predictor.
Please note: This challenge is open to individuals aged 18 and over who are residents of Great Britain only (excluding Northern Ireland). Terms and conditions apply.
