Saturday's Premier League assist, cards and goalscorer predictions

Where to watch

Manchester City v Liverpool
Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League, 12.30pm Saturday

Brentford v Arsenal
TNT Sports 1, 5.30pm Saturday

Best bets

Bernardo Silva to be shown a card
2pts 7-2 Hills

Joelinton to score at any time
2pts 5-1 general

Bryan Mbeumo to score or register an assist
2pts 7-4 Paddy Power, Betfair

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Player props preview

Manchester City v Liverpool

There have been a number of injury concerns and team news question marks before Manchester City’s blockbuster clash with Liverpool but one thing that seems certain is that Pep Guardiola will rely on the versatile Bernardo Silva.

With midfield candidates John Stones and Mateo Kovacic injured it looks as though Silva will be stationed alongside Rodri in the middle of the park.

The Citizens were uncharacteristically open against Chelsea last time out and cannot afford to repeat that against this new-look Liverpool outfit.

Silva was booked 12 times in all competitions last season and looks a candidate for a card again in what looks likely to be a fierce midfield battle.

Newcastle v Chelsea

Newcastle are another team with a plethora of injuries and they may have to play Anthony Gordon or Joelinton as a central striker, with Callum Wilson out and Alexander Isak unlikely to be rushed back with a crucial visit to PSG on the horizon.

Joelinton is yet to open his account for the Magpies this term but scored eight times last season and should have a major attacking role in this clash.

The Brazilian’s prowess in the air also makes him a big danger against a Chelsea side who are not the best in that area.

Take Joelinton to get himself on the scoresheet in a game that may play to his strengths.

Brentford v Arsenal

Matches between Brentford and Arsenal have taken on an extra edge in recent years, particularly after comments made by Ivan Toney.

The striker has since been linked with the Gunners but the Bees may not feel his absence too sharply as replacement Bryan Mbeumo is filling in well.

The 25-year-old has six goals and two assists this season and is also the home side’s penalty-taker in Toney’s absence.

Expect the Cameroonian, who scored for his national team last week, to have a big say in this match and add to his tally of goals and assists for the season.

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