Is This the Dawn of AI in Sports Predictions?
Last week, artificial intelligence claimed victory in the predictions contest. However, the human expert still leads the overall season standings. This time, in addition to AI input, the expert faces a new digital rival: an advanced football simulation model.
The simulations for this weekend have been completed, revealing outcomes that include goalscorers and red cards.
Additional insights from the simulation team were also included.
Do you agree with the forecasts? You can submit your own predictions at the bottom of the article. The most frequent score guessed for each game contributes to the tables and results shown later.
Each correct result (win, draw, or loss) earns 10 points, while an exact score prediction earns 40 points.
Premier League Predictions
Saturday, 1 November
Brighton vs. Leeds
- Expert Prediction: Brighton 2-0;
- Model Prediction: 1-1;
- Insights: Leeds has shown competitive form, but Brighton’s home advantage may be decisive.
Burnley vs. Arsenal
- Expert Prediction: Burnley 0-2;
- Model Prediction: 1-2;
- Insights: Arsenal’s strength makes them favourites, despite Burnley’s competitiveness in previous matches.
Crystal Palace vs. Brentford
- Expert Prediction: Crystal Palace 1-0;
- Model Prediction: 0-0;
- Insights: A balanced contest between mid-table teams.
Fulham vs. Wolves
- Expert Prediction: Fulham 2-1;
- Model Prediction: 0-1;
- Insights: Both teams are struggling, but Fulham will aim to bounce back after recent poor results.
Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United
- Expert Prediction: Forest 1-1;
- Model Prediction: 1-2;
- Insights: Both sides are under pressure, but United’s momentum could be the key factor.
Tottenham vs. Chelsea
- Expert Prediction: 1-1;
- Model Prediction: 1-1;
- Insights: A rivalry match where both sides face their own challenges.
Liverpool vs. Aston Villa
- Expert Prediction: Liverpool 3-1;
- Model Prediction: 3-1;
- Insights: Past performance suggests Liverpool has the advantage, despite a recent dip in form.
Sunday, 2 November
West Ham vs. Newcastle
- Expert Prediction: West Ham 0-2;
- Model Prediction: 2-1;
- Insights: Newcastle’s recent form gives them the edge.
Man City vs. Bournemouth
- Expert Prediction: City 3-1;
- Model Prediction: 3-2;
- Insights: City benefits from home strength and strong historical results in this fixture.
Monday, 3 November
Sunderland vs. Everton
- Expert Prediction: Sunderland 1-1;
- Model Prediction: 0-4;
- Insights: Everton needs a strong response, but Sunderland’s home form could influence the match.
Last Week’s Results
The expert achieved four correct predictions, including one exact score, earning 70 points for week nine. The guest participant collected 60 points with three correct results. Readers performed better, achieving 140 points thanks to three exact scores.
AI delivered the best performance this week, scoring 150 points, with its prediction of a Tottenham win against Everton being the only perfect match call.
The expert remains confident, saying,
Being at the top of the league is what matters most, and the machines haven’t taken over yet.