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Sutton's predictions v legendary guitarist Johnny Marr

Pundit Chris Sutton is forecasting outcomes across all 380 fixtures this Premier League campaign, competing against automated artificial intelligence suggestions generated by Microsoft Copilot Chat, site visitors, and invited guests. For the fourth round of matches, Sutton matches picks with former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, who is promoting his upcoming fifth solo record, The Age Of Everything, scheduled for release on October 2.

Sutton noted that Manchester United manager Michael Carrick faces substantial strain to secure a result against Fulham prior to the upcoming three-week break, cautioning that a sluggish beginning could intensify scrutiny over Carrick's role.

Meanwhile, Marr praised Manchester City's flawless four-game opening stretch under new coach Enzo Maresca, highlighting a recent derby triumph at Old Trafford where City prevailed despite Phil Foden receiving an early red card alongside an incident involving Bruno Fernandes. Looking ahead to Friday's action at the Gtech Community Stadium, Sutton assessed under Xabi Alonso, pointing out that while their attack remains potent, their back line continues to surrender far too many opportunities.