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The Gunners' ten-match victorious streak came to an end by the Black Cats prior to the global break, however can the Premier League leaders recover against north London rivals Tottenham this weekend?

"{I believe like Arsenal are light years ahead of Tottenham at the moment but Spurs manager Thomas Frank will have a strategy for this game," remarked soccer specialist Chris Sutton.

"The Spurs manager will attempt to nullify Arsenal, who have not always been at their sparkling best this season - but Mikel Arteta's side usually still find a way to win."

Sutton is forecasting results for all 380 Premier League games this term, against artificial intelligence, readers and a range of guests.

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

The singer's latest album, the new release, is available on Friday.

Soccer and Parenting Life

Olly is a talented soccer player as well as a accomplished artist and has been a featured player of several Soccer Aid games down the years - but he is not intending a professional return as a footballer.

"{I recently played in a charity game the other night for a friend of mine," he said. "My side was trailing 3-1 when I came off in the second half, and they proceeded to win 4-3, so you can read into that what you want!

"I continue to love football, but I injured my joint a few years ago and it even now isn't where I want it to be. I hope I could play more but the unpredictability of the sport means it's too risky for me in my profession to do it seriously again.

"Plus I am 41 now, and we are not all Cristiano Ronaldo, are we!? No, I am very content not playing football and I am gearing up for the moment that my child or son decides to play instead."

Murs and his spouse his partner have two children, Madison and Albert, and he is ready to emulate his dad by taking on the role of their coach.

"I won't force football on our children but I've already told my wife that if they happen to get the passion for it then I will have to go and get my coaching badges - and I will probably be coaching their weekend soccer side," he added.

"I observed my nephews play a lot, and I truly got into it, and I clearly owned a soccer team for a while too.

"My father coached with us when I was a kid, which is likely where I inherited it. He managed our side for two or three seasons and had great fun with it. That might be the future for me as well, and I am looking forward to it!"

Top Division Predictions

Saturday, 22 November

• Turf Moor, 12:30 GMT

Chelsea might have to be patient for their star's return 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 well organised and their only home losses so far have been against Liverpool and Arsenal.

It suggests a one-all draw to me, but I am actually going to choose Chelsea to edge it for what would be their third Premier League win in a row.

The expert's forecast: 1-2

The singer's prediction: The Blues will be too strong. 1-3

AI's outlook: 0-2

• Vitality Stadium, 15:00 GMT

Bournemouth have lost their previous couple games - albeit both of them were away - but they got absolutely spanked by Aston Villa last time out which shocked me.

On the other hand, the Hammers won two in a row before the international break and, although both of those games were at their stadium, they do look strong again.

West Ham's sole on the road victory this season came at Forest in the summer, when their manager Nuno Espirito Santo was previously Forest manager.

So, what on earth do I go with here - can West Ham extending their run under Nuno, or Bournemouth bouncing back?

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

The pundit's forecast: 2-0

The guest's outlook: Bournemouth are performing strongly but the visitors have improved under Nuno. 2-2

AI's pick: 1-1

• Amex Stadium, 15:00 GMT

Brentford were considered one of the favourites for relegation before the season started, but they have impressed a few people under Keith Andrews and are in good form with three in their past four games.

My son told me to get Brentford striker Igor Thiago in my Fantasy Football squad a few weeks ago and, guess what, I ignored the advice.

The forward will likely score again on the weekend but I am still not going to pick him or support Brentford at Amex Stadium.

The Bees have not had much success on the road this term, and the Seagulls are consistently strong at home. The visitors will attempt to hit them on the counter-attack but I feel the home manager's team pose much more of a danger.

Sutton's prediction: 2-1

The singer's prediction: It could be a match where you think there is going to be a many goals but it actually proves to be quite tight. 1-1

The computer's prediction: 2-1

• Craven Cottage, 15:00 GMT

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

They have got plenty of talent in their team but it still seems like they could be dragged into a drop zone battle.

Regarding Sunderland, well they are the surprise package of the Premier League season so far.

Their display in the two-all tie with the Gunners last time out was excellent. We have not witnessed any other team disrupt the Gunners like that this term, and they were more than a match for them.

The logical choice to do to support the visitors here, because they are clearly able of roughing the hosts up too and, the last time they were in this part of London, they beat Chelsea at the close of October.

However I am not going to do that. Instead, I truly need to continue opposing Sunderland with my forecasts. I am claiming a lot of credit for their positive outcomes because they clearly enjoy to defy my predictions.

Looking at the home side's home form, the only team they have been defeated by is the league leaders. Marco Silva's team will be absolutely desperate for a positive outcome, so I am going to say they will pick up three points.

The expert's forecast: 1-0

Olly's choice: I know the visitors are doing well and additionally that Fulham are on a poor streak... but Fulham have nonetheless been respectable at Craven Cottage this campaign. 2-0

AI's outlook: 2-0

• Anfield, 15:00 GMT

It is a tough one to call. The Reds have suffered seven of their past 10 games in all competitions, but could they be among the teams who benefit from the {international break|