With the FA Cup Final taking centre stage and the battle for Champions League qualification nearing its conclusion, Paul Coyte and Clive Allen return with predictions across a pivotal weekend of football. From potential farewells to surprise scorelines, here’s how they see it all unfolding.
'A trophy means more than top four!' - Paul Coyte & Clive Allen’s Premier League predictions
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Aston Villa vs Tottenham Hotspur
Paul: 3-0
“Even if you're thinking about Wednesday, you don’t want to embarrass yourself - and Spurs have been dreadful.”
Clive: 2-0
“Villa Park will be rocking, and I can’t see Spurs suddenly improving after that Palace performance.”
Chelsea vs Manchester United
Paul: 2-0
“United are terrible right now, and Chelsea still have something to play for.”
Clive: 1-1
“I think some United players will still be trying to impress ahead of the final - they’ll get something here.”
Everton vs Southampton
Paul: 2-0
“It’s the perfect opponent for the last game at Goodison - a great send-off.”
Clive: 1-0
“Southampton defended well last week, but Everton will find a way through.”
West Ham vs Nottingham Forest
Paul: 1-2
“Forest need it more – I think they’ll find something extra in this one.”
Clive: 2-1
“Forest have lost their way at the wrong time - West Ham will take advantage.”
Brentford vs Fulham
Paul: 2-0
“They’ve been finishing strong and Fulham don’t travel well - home win.”
Clive: 2-1
“They’ve established themselves as a real Premier League force - I think they’ll finish the season with a flourish.”
Leicester City vs Ipswich Town
Paul: 1-0
“Vardy’s last home game? Feels like he’ll make it count.”
Clive: 1-1
“Vardy might get his 200th, but I don’t see much between these two.”
Arsenal vs Newcastle United
Paul: 2-2
“There’ll be goals - and it’ll be just enough to keep Arsenal in second.”
Clive: 2-2
“Neither side will want to lose this - and both are still pushing hard.”
Eberechi Eze is a potential match winner for Crystal Palace in this years FA Cup final.
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FA Cup Final: Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
As Manchester City prepare to take on Crystal Palace at Wembley, Paul Coyte and Clive Allen reflected on the enduring magic of the FA Cup - and why this year's final still matters.
“It might not be the last game of the season anymore,” said Paul Coyte, “but it still feels special. The FA Cup Final is the one you grow up watching. You remember the music, the suits, the tunnel - it’s part of English football’s identity.”
Clive Allen agreed. “It always will be for me,” he said. “It’s the Cup Final. The build-up, the occasion, the walk out at Wembley - it still carries weight. I’ve played in it and I’ll never forget that feeling. It’s something else entirely.”
So who lifts the trophy? Here are the predictions...
Paul: 2-1 Manchester City
“Palace have had a great run, and I think they’ll score, but City know how to get the job done in finals. There’ll be moments where Palace threaten, but the big-game experience and squad depth of City should see them through.”
Clive: 1-2 Crystal Palace
“I know it’s bold, but I really believe Palace can do it. They’re in great form, they’ve got pace, energy, and belief, and they’ll cause City problems on the break. I saw them go two up at the Etihad a month ago — they won’t be afraid. This is a strong, confident team, and I think they’re ready to make history.”
