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Ed Sheeran Predicts Premier League Opening Matches
The Premier League is officially back, and fans are buzzing with excitement as the opening matches of the 2024/25 season approach. To kick things off, world-renowned musician Ed Sheeran has stepped into the spotlight to share his predictions for the first match week.
Starting with the game between Manchester United and Fulham, Ed is backing Man Utd for the win. He believes the team will come out strong to reassert their dominance in the league.
In a surprising twist, Ed predicts that Ipswich will beat Liverpool. He mentions chatting with Ipswich players who are well-rested after nine weeks off, while Liverpool players had a busy summer playing in the Euros.
When it comes to Arsenal vs Wolves, Sheeran confidently goes for an Arsenal victory, praising their strong squad. It seems he has faith in the Gunners to make a solid start to the season.
Next up is the matchup between Everton and Brighton. Ed opts for an Everton win, citing their unpredictable nature as a key factor that could play in their favor.
As for Newcastle vs Southampton, Ed reveals that many members of his tour team are Newcastle fans, which influences his prediction of a Newcastle victory.
In the Nottingham Forest vs Bournemouth game, Ed shows his support for Forest, stating that they should never be counted out.
For the clash between West Ham and Aston Villa, Ed predicts a win for Villa, referencing their top form from last season.
He then suggests a Crystal Palace win over Brentford, influenced by a photographer from his tour who supports Palace. Ed’s insights lead him to believe that Palace will take the victory.
The exciting matchup between Chelsea and Manchester City sees Ed leaning towards Man City, driven by their strong squad.
Finally, for Leicester vs Spurs, Ed shares a personal touch by mentioning that two of his children’s godfathers are Spurs fans, leading him to pick a Spurs win for this match.