Mark Holmes challenges Buster Shuffle keyboard player and Liverpool fan Peter Oags in round three of the TEAMtalk Prediction League.
This season, our man Mark will take on someone from the world of music or celebrity to predict the outcome of the 10 Premier League games every weekend.
Every correct result will be worth one point, while every correct scoreline is worth three points. We will keep a tally throughout the season to see how Mark fares against all of our guests.
Burnley v Manchester United
Mark: Of all the games United have played so far, this is arguably the hardest. Burnley will make it so tough for teams at Turf Moor this season and will be well fired up for this one, but surely United won't go into the international break without a win? 1-2
Peter: Man United are in real trouble so I fancy Burnley to grab a draw. 1-1
Manchester City v Stoke City
Mark: Like United, I've predicted Stoke for two wins so far this season, and they've got none. Unlike United, I don't hold out much hope of them getting that first victory this weekend. Manchester City look stronger than ever. 2-0
Peter: Man City have got even better this season so this should be a walkover. 4-0
Newcastle United v Crystal Palace
Mark: Newcastle are yet to even score a goal in the Premier League this season, but I think they'll do well once their summer signings have settled in. Palace on the other hand look certain to struggle under Neil Warnock. 1-0
Peter: I fancy a bore draw as neither team are looking that inspiring so far. 0-0
QPR v Sunderland
Mark: QPR have endured a pretty disastrous start to the season, whereas Sunderland will be pretty happy with theirs. They should have enough in the locker to keep the momentum going into the international break. 1-1
Peter: QPR can't keep playing badly under Harry. They'll get their first three points here, I reckon. 1-0
Swansea City v West Brom
Mark: West Brom haven't started the season too badly, but I still expect them to be in the relegation mix. Swansea on the other hand are in great form and should be too strong for the Baggies. 2-0
Peter: I fancy Swansea to maintain 100 percent start with home advantage the key factor. 1-0
West Ham v Southampton
Mark: West Ham were unlucky to lose to Tottenham on the opening day and then tore Crystal Palace to shreds in a game I watched last weekend. Southampton have looked okay but home advantage should be enough for the Irons. 2-0
Peter: West Ham looked good against Palace but Ronald Koeman knows what he's doing and I fancy Saints to grab a point. 2-2
Everton v Chelsea
Mark: Chelsea have cruised through their first two games, but Everton have got a great record against them at Goodison Park. They should have enough to claim a third successive draw. 1-1
Peter: Both teams will be very difficult to break down. Chances will be few and far between. 1-1
Aston Villa v Hull City
Mark: Villa fans were focusing on the two clean sheets at the start of the week but now they're worrying about only one goal scored in three games after the Capital One Cup defeat to Leyton Orient. Hull also look strong in defence but weak in attack so don't expect a thriller. 0-0
Peter: Both of these teams are severely lacking firepower. Defences will rule. 0-0
Tottenham v Liverpool
Mark: Liverpool won 5-0 at White Hart Lane last season but Spurs' performances so far have only strengthened my belief they will seriously challenge for the top four. They'll go into the international break as table-toppers. 2-1
Peter: Spurs look great under their new manager but Liverpool can bounce back with the Mario Balotelli factor possibly the difference. 1-2
Leicester City v Arsenal
Mark: It's no secret that I'm a big Olivier Giroud fan so I do worry for Arsenal without him over these next couple of months. However, they should still have enough attacking talent to take three points from this game. 1-3
Peter: This was always a classic back in the day. Leicester will be buoyed by the history of the fixture. 2-2
Buster Shuffle: Keyboard player Peter Oags this week's guest predictor
Five from Peter Oags
How did you come to support your club and what are your favourite memories from your time as a fan?
I cam from a rugby-loving family and grew up in the 80s, plus I was born in Liverpool. Cockney Scouser all the way.
Who have been your biggest heroes during your time supporting the club?
IOne hero. Robbie Fowler. He was nicknamed God for a reason.
What do you make of the current team? What are your hopes for the season?
We've got loads of new players so it could be a transitional season, but we can definitely make the top four again and who knows what'll happen in the Champions League. Maybe we'll win it... the squad's better than in 2005 that's for sure.
Everyone has a soft spot for another team. Who's yours and why?
Probably the Gooners cos they play great football.
What's going on for you at the moment?
Our new album, 'Naked', is out on September 15. We're really proud of it, and people are going to love it. We've also got an extensive European tour including places we've never played before like Finland and Sweden, so that's going to be a lot of fun...
Check out single 'Naked' on Shoot Matchday
Attempt to predict the scores of this weekend's games yourself in the comments section below - and be sure to tell Mark next Friday if you better his score.
TEAMtalk Prediction League 2014-15 | ||||
Contestant | Points | |||
Franko Fraize | 10 | |||
Van McCann | 5 | |||
Mark Holmes | 5 (average) | |||
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