We are here with our Gameweek 3 26-27 Premier League predictions for this week. The 2026/27 Premier League season is already producing plenty of talking points, and Gameweek 3 promises another fascinating round of fixtures. The latest round of matches includes Liverpool's trip to Ipswich, Newcastle United's meeting with Bournemouth, Manchester City's clash with Coventry City and a huge Arsenal vs Chelsea encounter.
Andoni Iraola's Liverpool will be looking to make a statement, while several newly promoted sides face difficult tests against established Premier League opposition. Here are our Premier League Gameweek 3 predictions for every fixture.
Ipswich Town vs Liverpool Prediction
Liverpool should finally secure their first Premier League victory under Andoni Iraola when they travel to Ipswich Town. The Reds have shown attacking quality but defensive concerns remain after their entertaining 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest.
Ipswich, meanwhile, were heavily beaten 5-2 by Manchester United in Gameweek 2. Liverpool should have enough quality to exploit the hosts' defensive weaknesses and control the game.
Prediction: Ipswich Town 1-3 Liverpool
Newcastle United vs Bournemouth Prediction
Newcastle United have made a strong start to the campaign and will be expected to continue their unbeaten run against Bournemouth. The visitors should provide a serious challenge, particularly going forward, but Newcastle's home advantage could prove decisive.
With Newcastle looking increasingly settled under Matthias Jaissle, we expect them to narrowly claim all three points.
Prediction: Newcastle United 2-1 Bournemouth
Brentford vs Sunderland Prediction
This could be one of the most entertaining games of Gameweek 3. Brentford and Sunderland both have reasons to be confident, and neither side should be afraid to attack.
We expect an open contest with plenty of chances at both ends. Sunderland could make life extremely difficult for the hosts, but Brentford should eventually find a late winner.
Prediction: Brentford 3-2 Sunderland
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Leeds United Prediction
Brighton should have too much quality for Leeds United at home. Although Leeds have shown they can compete at Premier League level, Brighton's technical quality and attacking movement should create plenty of problems.
The hosts are capable of scoring several goals, although Leeds should find a consolation goal.
Prediction: Brighton & Hove Albion 3-1 Leeds United
Fulham vs Crystal Palace Prediction
Neither Fulham nor Crystal Palace has managed to record a Premier League victory yet, making this an important early-season fixture.
We are backing Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham to take advantage of home support and finally get their campaign moving. Palace could make this competitive, but Fulham should be more effective in the final third.
Prediction: Fulham 2-0 Crystal Palace
Manchester City vs Coventry City Prediction
There is not much mystery surrounding this prediction. Manchester City should dominate against newly promoted Coventry City, particularly at the Etihad Stadium.
Erling Haaland could have a field day if City establishes control early. Coventry will need an almost perfect defensive performance to stay competitive, and we expect City to turn this into a comfortable goal-fest.
Prediction: Manchester City 5-0 Coventry City
Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham Hotspur Prediction
Nottingham Forest have already shown they can cause major problems for the Premier League's biggest clubs. After holding Liverpool to a 2-2 draw, they could produce another surprise against Tottenham.
Spurs will be desperate to respond, but Forest's confidence and home advantage make this extremely difficult to call. We expect a dramatic game with both teams sharing the points.
Prediction: Nottingham Forest 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Hull City vs Aston Villa Prediction
This is our boldest prediction of the week. Aston Villa will enter the match as favourites, but Hull City have already demonstrated that they can compete in the Premier League.
Villa should have more possession and chances, but Hull's resilience could earn them a valuable point.
Prediction: Hull City 2-2 Aston Villa
Everton vs Manchester United Prediction
Manchester United's 5-2 victory over Ipswich was one of the most impressive results of Gameweek 2. However, their challenge now is to reproduce that level of performance in a match where they are expected to win.
That has not always been straightforward for United. Everton should make the contest physical and frustrating, and we predict another surprise result.
Prediction: Everton 1-1 Manchester United
Arsenal vs Chelsea Prediction
The biggest fixture of Gameweek 3 could be Arsenal vs Chelsea. Arsenal have already demonstrated their title credentials, while Alonso's Chelsea arguably possess one of the strongest attacks in the Premier League.
However, Chelsea's defensive fragility could ultimately cost them. Mikel Arteta's Arsenal should have enough quality to exploit those weaknesses in what could be the most entertaining match of the weekend.
Prediction: Arsenal 3-2 Chelsea
Premier League Gameweek 3 Predictions: Full List
Ipswich Town 1-3 Liverpool
Newcastle United 2-1 Bournemouth
Brentford 3-2 Sunderland
Brighton 3-1 Leeds United
Fulham 2-0 Crystal Palace
Manchester City 5-0 Coventry City
Nottingham Forest 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Hull City 2-2 Aston Villa
Everton 1-1 Manchester United
Arsenal 3-2 Chelsea
With title contenders, newly promoted clubs and several teams searching for their first victories all in action, Premier League Gameweek 3 could provide plenty of drama.
