Clive Allen vs Paul Coyte: Weekend predictions shake up the leaderboards
After another dramatic weekend, Clive Allen extends his lead over Paul Coyte — now 68–61 — thanks to a perfect joker pick on Arsenal, reports BritPanorama.
But Paul’s out for redemption this week, as the duo go head-to-head once again with big calls, bold jokers, and even a nostalgic detour into classic football commentary.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United
Clive: 2–2
“It’s always a game with goals. Spurs’ home form worries me, but United are improving.”
Paul: 2–1 Spurs
“They’ve got to break the home hoodoo — I think they’ll shoot on sight this time.”
Everton vs Fulham
Clive: 1–0 Everton
“They’ll bounce back at home — it’s a chance to reset after Spurs.”
Paul: 1–1
“I can’t split them — both sides are patchy, so a draw feels right.”
West Ham vs Burnley
Clive: 2–0 West Ham (Joker)
“That Newcastle win was huge. These are the games they simply have to win.”
Paul: 2–1 West Ham
“I agree, Burnley might nick one, but the Hammers will keep the run going.”
Sunderland vs Arsenal
Clive: 0–2 Arsenal
“They look all-powerful — defensively they’ve been superb.”
Paul: 0–2 Arsenal
“Same as you — Sunderland will give everything, but Arsenal are relentless.”
Chelsea vs Wolves
Clive: 2–0 Chelsea
“Wolves are in real trouble — 22 goals conceded already says it all.”
Paul: 3–0 Chelsea
“They’ll take their chances this time — Wolves are finished.”
Aston Villa vs Bournemouth
Clive: 1–1
“Villa’s European form helps, but Bournemouth impressed me against City.”
Paul: 2–1 Villa
“I think Villa just edge it — Bournemouth will make it tough though.”
Brentford vs Newcastle
Clive: 1–2 Newcastle
“A win here moves them into the top half — they’ll get it done.”
Paul: 1–2 Newcastle
“Same for me — Newcastle to bounce back.”
Crystal Palace vs Brighton
Clive: 1–1
“Always fierce, always tight — nothing between them.”
Paul: 1–1 (Joker)
“I’m sitting on the fence, but playing my joker for double points — for Alan Mullery!”
Nottingham Forest vs Leeds
Clive: 2–0 Forest
“Big game for Dyche — I think he’ll finally get a reaction.”
Paul: 2–2
“I might regret this, but I fancy an open game and a few goals.”
Manchester City vs Liverpool
Clive: 1–0 City
“Haaland is unstoppable — and Liverpool’s defence is vulnerable.”
Paul: 2–0 City
“Same story — City will make a statement here.”
Jokers
- Clive: West Ham vs Burnley (2–0 West Ham)
- Paul: Crystal Palace vs Brighton (1–1)
As the matchdays loom, the stakes could not be higher; with each prediction carrying heavy weight, both commentators are poised for the thrill of competition, reminding us just how deeply intertwined passion and rivalry run in the fabric of British football.
