EPL Week 17 Predictions: Premier League Picks, Key Players and Fixtures

Manchester City and Arsenal will meet in a crucial 2016-17 Premier League match in Week 17, with both teams hoping to keep their title bid on track heading into the festive period.

The Gunners lost their first Premier League match in some time on Tuesday, and with City also dropping some results the last few weeks, neither side can afford another loss.

Elsewhere, league leaders Chelsea visit Crystal Palace, and Liverpool and Everton renew their rivalry.

Here’s a look at the fixture list, complete with picks:

Here are some key players for the upcoming fixtures.

Granit Xhaka, Arsenal

The Gunners failed to get a grasp on Everton’s midfield during Tuesday’s action, and the Toffees took full advantage, avoiding major pressure on their own defence.

Led by the in-form Idrissa Gueye, Everton outmuscled Arsenal, freeing up Ross Barkley and the forwards to focus on creating chances. It worked out in the end, with the Toffees grabbing one of their best wins of the season.

Per Bleacher Report UK, Arsenal’s week didn’t get off to a great start:

Wenger’s week so far: Monday: Draws Bayern in #UCL last 16. Tuesday: Loses first PL game since August. pic.twitter.com/v0oOS4VcJn

— Bleacher Report UK (@br_uk) December 13, 2016

The Gunners have been in excellent form of late, however, and as long as they can limit Tuesday’s defeat as a one-off performance, manager …

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