We already see a number of bookmakers offering punters some great prizes for correctly guessing six scores in upcoming FA Cup games.
With that in mind, we have decided to take up the Super 6 Challenge.
Here are this week's selections.
Our Super 6 Challenge predictions
Everton vs Bournemouth
Since Everton replaced Sean Dyche with David Moyes, results have improved, with the Toffees winning three of their last four matches, keeping two clean sheets in the process. Their 1-0 victory over Brighton was impressive, but context is needed—two of their wins came against a Tottenham side in terrible form and Leicester, one of the league’s worst-performing teams. While performances have been mixed, there’s no denying that Everton have found a way to grind out results.
Bournemouth, meanwhile, have been one of the surprises of the season. They have lost just six times all campaign, with two of those defeats coming against Liverpool. Before their 2-0 home loss to the Reds, they were in scintillating form, demolishing Nottingham Forest 5-0 and winning 4-1 away at Newcastle—highlighting their attacking firepower.
Everton continue to manage a growing injury list, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Armando Broja both sidelined, which may force Moyes to rotate his squad, particularly as he keeps one eye on Premier League survival. Bournemouth are also dealing with injury concerns but played a strong lineup in their FA Cup victory over West Brom, showing they are not taking any matches lightly. With eight first-team players out, including both of their primary strikers, squad depth could be a concern for the Cherries.
Despite both sides missing key attacking players, this could turn into an unexpectedly high-scoring match, as Bournemouth’s defensive absences may leave them vulnerable. However, given their overall form and attacking quality, they should have just enough to edge this game by a single goal.
- Score 1-2 at 8.5 with Skybet
Southampton vs Burnley
Southampton finally secured their second win of the season last time out, edging past Ipswich 2-1. However, they were outplayed for large spells, taking their chances while Ipswich failed to convert theirs. Despite the victory, Saints remain in deep trouble and still struggle to create consistent goal-scoring opportunities.
Burnley, on the other hand, boast a remarkable defensive record, conceding just nine goals in 31 games this season and losing only twice. They have kept an incredible 22 clean sheets—a staggering 71% shutout rate—which highlights their defensive solidity. Given Southampton’s struggles in front of goal, even with the difference in league status, this game could turn into a low-scoring affair.
While Southampton’s win over Ipswich has kept their survival hopes alive, they remain vulnerable, and Burnley’s defensive resilience makes them a tough opponent. A low-scoring battle looks likely, with the Championship side capable of edging this contest in a tight encounter.
- Score 0-1 at 12.0 with Skybet
Aston Villa vs Tottenham
Tottenham’s struggles continued in midweek as they were thrashed 4-0 by Liverpool in the League Cup semi-final second leg, extending their poor run of form under Ange Postecoglou. In all competitions, Spurs have managed just six wins in their last 20 matches, highlighting their inconsistency.
They now face an Aston Villa side under Unai Emery, who have turned Villa Park into a fortress. Since taking charge, Emery has lost just seven of 44 Premier League matches at home, and across all competitions, he has suffered only 12 defeats in 60 home games. Notably, four of those losses came in his first seven matches after taking over. If we exclude that early settling-in period, he has been beaten just eight times in his last 53 matches in charge—an outstanding record.
With Tottenham’s form looking shaky and Villa’s dominance at home, it’s difficult to see past a home victory in this matchup.
- Score 2-1 at 8.00 with Skybet
Brighton vs Chelsea
Chelsea have dominated recent meetings against Brighton, winning their last five encounters in all competitions and their last three in the Premier League. However, Brighton come into this match off the back of a crushing 7-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, leaving them at a crossroads in their season. They have won just two of their last 12 matches, with those victories coming against a poor Ipswich side and a struggling Manchester United.
Chelsea have had their own inconsistencies, winning just two of their last eight games, making this a clash between two out-of-form teams, which makes predicting an outcome difficult. However, goals look likely. Brighton have seen both teams score in eight of their 11 home matches, while Chelsea have conceded in 11 of their 14 away games.
With both sides defensively vulnerable, a high-scoring game is expected, but given Brighton’s home advantage, they may just edge this one in a tight contest.
- Score 2-1 at 10.0 with Skybet
Birmingham vs Newcastle
Birmingham welcome Newcastle to St. Andrew’s for an FA Cup clash this weekend, with the visitors riding high after securing a place in the League Cup final following their dominant 4-0 aggregate victory in the semi-finals. However, after such an emotional high, Newcastle could be at risk of a letdown performance, often described as the “after the Lord Mayor’s show” effect.
At home, Birmingham have been solid, boasting an unbeaten W10-D3-L0 record while conceding just seven goals. Matches at St. Andrew’s have been low-scoring affairs, with only four of their 13 home games featuring three or more goals, averaging just 2.23 goals per game. Defensively, they have been exceptional, keeping seven clean sheets in their last nine home matches.
While Newcastle are in fine league form, winning their last four Premier League matches, those victories came against Southampton, Tottenham, Manchester United, and Ipswich—teams either struggling or out of form. Given Birmingham’s strong defensive setup at home, this could turn into a tight, low-scoring contest, where the hosts could nick a narrow win if Newcastle fail to maintain their intensity.
- Score 1-0 at 19.0 with Skybet
Plymouth vs Liverpool
Plymouth have shown signs of improvement since Wayne Rooney’s departure, posting a W2-D2-L2 record in their last six matches. However, their attacking output remains limited, scoring just six goals while conceding 10—with five of those coming in a heavy 5-0 defeat to Burnley. Before Rooney’s sacking, this fixture might have looked like a high-scoring away win, and while Liverpool are still expected to dominate, Plymouth may put up more of a fight than previously anticipated.
Liverpool have been outstanding on the road this season, boasting a W14-D3-L2 record in all competitions. One of those defeats came against PSV in the Champions League, a match that was effectively meaningless for the Reds. In the FA Cup, Plymouth pulled off an impressive 1-0 win over Brentford in the third round, but it’s difficult to see them producing another shock here. Liverpool should comfortably secure another victory, maintaining their strong away form as they continue their hunt for silverware.
- Score 0-3 at 6.50 with Skybet
The total odds for all six games are a massive 1,007,760 with Skybet, which may be worth a £1 stake for some fun. I am keen to back Liverpool to win 3-0 and Villa to beat Spurs 2-1. Combining these two games gives you odds of 52.0 with Skybet.
