Tension Builds as Carrick's United Faces Leeds: Sutton vs. Wardley Predictions

The heat is on for Manchester United manager Michael Carrick as his team grapples with a rocky start to the season. Can they turn things around against their fierce rivals Leeds this Saturday? "I can't recall the last time Leeds were favored in this matchup, and honestly, I don't see Manchester United pulling off a win," said Chris Sutton, the esteemed football pundit from BBC Sport. "Leeds look like a more complete side right now. Their supporters must be buzzing for this clash." Sutton is diving into predictions for all 380 Premier League matches this season, squaring off against AI, BBC Sport readers, and a range of special guests. This week, he goes head-to-head with Fabio Wardley, a former heavyweight boxing champion and Ipswich Town enthusiast. Wardley is gearing up for a title rematch against Daniel Dubois at London's O2 Arena on Saturday—a thrilling sequel to their May bout where Dubois claimed victory in the 11th round. Fans can catch the fight live on DAZN, with commentary available on BBC Radio 5 Live and a watchalong on BBC iPlayer. Having faced Sutton in predictions before their first fight, will this outcome be any different? "I beat Fabio last time, and being from Ipswich, he doesn’t stand a chance against me," Sutton quipped. "Best of luck to him on Saturday night; I hope he comes out on top. He’s got a better shot against Dubois than he does against me." What do you think about their predictions? Feel free to share your own choices below. The most popular score predictions will be reflected in the scoreboards and tables at the bottom of this page. A correct match outcome earns you 10 points, while guessing the exact score gets you a whopping 40 points. Want to get in on the action? Try out BBC Sport's new Match of the Day predictor game every week, featuring six fixtures from both domestic and European competitions. In an exciting rematch, both Dubois and Wardley have a lot at stake. Last time Ipswich reached the Premier League, they needed 19 matches to secure three wins by December 30. This season, however, they’ve already matched that tally in just six games. "Promotion often leads to a lot of changes in the squad. To survive, you need game-changers who can adapt to the higher level," Wardley explained to BBC Sport. "With new players and manager Gary O'Neil, there’s always uncertainty about how quickly they’ll gel, but the team is looking sharp." "Our strong start answers any questions about our place in the Premier League. Three wins from six games is fantastic for a team coming up from the Championship. The boys are doing brilliantly." Wardley has witnessed two of those victories, both sealed by dramatic late goals. "Training has been intense, but I've made sure to catch as many games at Portman Road as possible. I attended the season opener against Sunderland, where we snatched a last-minute win thanks to Jack Clarke." "Just before I left for my fight prep, I was at the game against Fulham, which had a similar finish. We went down 1-0 but fought back with two goals in three minutes, securing the win in stoppage time." "Winning in such a manner shows the team’s character. We’re demonstrating great resilience, which will be crucial this season." Chris Sutton and Fabio Wardley spoke with BBC Sport's Chris Bevan. The AI predictions were generated using Microsoft Copilot Chat, where we simply asked for weekend Premier League score predictions. Tractor Boy is first, Heavyweight boxer is second! At Hill Dickinson Stadium, 12:30 BST, Everton remains unbeaten, and their style of play has impressed many. Bournemouth had a higher expected goals (xG) than Chelsea last weekend but suffered a 5-1 defeat. This showcases Xabi Alonso's side as both entertaining and unpredictable this season. Chelsea's current form is a mystery, but Everton's organization is a constant. They nearly clinched a win against Hull last time out, with Thierno Barry missing several chances. I foresee Everton making it tough for Chelsea and maintaining their unbeaten streak. Sutton's prediction: 1-1 Fabio's prediction: 1-2 AI's prediction: 1-2 At Gtech Community Stadium, 15:00, Brentford also boasts an unbeaten start. While they may have been fortunate to draw at Aston Villa last week, they have momentum on their side. Liverpool recently celebrated a significant win in the Champions League against LASK, but there are two sides to that result. Yes, they excelled offensively, with Bradley Barcola scoring a hat-trick, but they also conceded three goals, highlighting defensive fragility. If Liverpool leaves their midfield vulnerable again, Brentford will capitalize. They’re a direct team, always probing for gaps in the defense. Skeptics question whether Barcola can deliver in the Premier League as well, especially with Florian Wirtz facing criticism for his performances. The ongoing question is: what kind of player is he? They've invested heavily in him, but does he possess the dribbling skills needed to shine?