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The Gunners' ten-match victorious run came to an end by the Black Cats before the global break, but can the English top division leaders recover against local foes Tottenham this weekend?

"{I feel like Arsenal are light years ahead of Tottenham currently but Spurs manager Thomas Frank will have a strategy for this game," stated football expert Chris Sutton.

"Frank will try to neutralize Arsenal, who have not always been at their scintillating best this campaign - but Mikel Arteta's side typically still find a way to win."

The analyst is forecasting results for all 380 Premier League fixtures this term, versus artificial intelligence, fans and a range of guests.

In week 12, he faces singer Olly Murs, who is a United fan.

Murs' latest record, the new release, is out on the weekend.

Soccer and Family Experiences

Murs is a talented footballer as well as a successful artist and has been a star of multiple charity football games down the years - but he is not planning a professional comeback as a player.

"{I actually played in a charity game the other night for a mate of mine," he explained. "The team was losing 3-1 when I came off in the second half, and they proceeded to win 4-3, so you can interpret that what you will!

"I continue to love football, but I injured my joint a few years ago and it still hasn't fully recovered. I wish I could play more but the uncertainty of the game means it's too risky for me in my career to do it properly again.

"Additionally I am 41 now, and we are not everyone is Cristiano Ronaldo, are we!? No, I am very happy not playing football and I am gearing up for the time that my child or son chooses to play instead."

Murs and his wife Amelia Tank have two children, Madison and Albert, and he is prepared to follow in his father's footsteps by taking on the role of their manager.

"I will not push football on our kids but I've previously told Amelia that if they happen to get the bug for it then I will have to go and get my manager qualifications - and I will probably be managing their Saturday soccer team," he said.

"I watched my nephews play a lot, and I really got into it, and I obviously was involved with a football club for a period too.

"My dad did it with us when I was a child, which is probably where I inherited it. He coached our side for several years and had a wonderful time with it. That might be the future for me as well, and I am excited to it!"

Top Division Forecasts

Saturday, 22 November

• Turf Moor, 12:30 GMT

Chelsea might have to wait a bit longer for Cole Palmer's comeback from fitness issues but their attack is now stronger with Joao Pedro and Delap both back fit.

In my opinion this game will be quite close, however. The Clarets are disciplined and their only at Turf Moor losses so far have been against the Reds and the Gunners.

It suggests a 1-1 draw to me, but I am in fact going to choose the London side to win narrowly for what would be their third league win in a row.

Sutton's forecast: 1-2

Olly's pick: Chelsea will be too strong. 1-3

AI's prediction: 0-2

• Vitality Stadium, 15:00 GMT

Bournemouth have been defeated in their past two matches - albeit both of them were away - but they got absolutely spanked by Aston Villa last time out which shocked me.

On the other hand, West Ham won back-to-back victories before the international break and, although both of those fixtures were at home, they appear competitive again.

West Ham's sole away victory this season came at Forest in August, when West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo was previously that team's manager.

Therefore, what on earth do I predict here - can the Hammers continuing their run under Nuno, or the home side responding?

I am going to choose Bournemouth, because I believe what happened against Aston Villa was a anomaly.

The pundit's prediction: 2-0

Olly's prediction: The home team are performing strongly but West Ham have picked up under Nuno. 2-2

AI's pick: 1-1

• Amex Stadium, 15:00 GMT

Brentford were considered one of the frontrunners for relegation before the season started, but they have impressed a several observers under Keith Andrews and are in good form with three in their past four matches.

My son told me to select Brentford forward Igor Thiago in my fantasy soccer squad a few weeks ago and, guess what, I didn't listen.

The forward will likely score again on Saturday but I am still not going to pick him or back the away side at Brighton's ground.

The Bees have not had much fortune on the road this season, and Brighton are always strong at home. The visitors will try to hit them on the break but I feel Fabian Hurzeler's team carry much more of a danger.

Sutton's forecast: 2-1

The singer's prediction: This could be a match where you think there is going to be a lot of scores but it in reality turns out to be quite tight. 1-1

The computer's prediction: 2-1

• Craven Cottage, 15:00 GMT

It is a huge game for Fulham, who have lost five of their last six matches.

Fulham have got plenty of quality in their squad but it still seems like they could be dragged into a drop zone battle.

Regarding the Black Cats, well they are the unexpected success of the top flight campaign so far.

The away side's display in the 2-2 tie with the Gunners last time out was excellent. We've not witnessed anyone else rough up the Gunners like that this term, and Sunderland were more than a match for them.

The logical choice to do to back the Black Cats here, because they are clearly able of roughing the hosts up too and, the previous occasion they were in this part of London, they beat the Blues at the close of last month.

But I am not do that. Instead, I really need to carry on opposing the away team with my predictions. I am claiming a lot of credit for their good outcomes because they clearly love to defy my predictions.

Looking at Fulham's home record, the sole team they have been defeated by is Arsenal. Marco Silva's side will be extremely eager for a positive outcome, so I am going to predict they will secure three points.

Sutton's forecast: 1-0

Olly's choice: I'm aware the visitors are performing strongly and also that Fulham are on a poor streak... but they have nonetheless been decent at home this season. 2-0

AI's outlook: 2-0

• Anfield, 15:00 GMT

It is a tough fixture to call. The Reds have lost seven of their past 10 games in every tournament, but might they be one of the sides who profit from the {international break|