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Chris Sutton Takes on Jamie Johnson FC Stars in Premier League Predictions

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May 1, 2026 · 1:17 PM

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton is back with his weekly Premier League predictions, and this time he's facing off against the stars of CBBC's hit drama, Jamie Johnson FC.

For week 35, Sutton is up against Jake Quickenden and his co-star Ella, who play Richie and Charlie respectively in the show. Richie's storyline this season explores male role models and boys' mental health, tackling issues of manipulation and toxic masculinity.

"This is a huge test for City's title bid, and probably the toughest of their remaining fixtures," said Sutton, looking ahead to Manchester City's visit to Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium. City have won at Goodison Park in each of the last eight seasons, but this match promises to be a challenge.

"The show has always tackled serious and topical issues off the pitch," Jake told BBC Sport. "With this storyline, we examine the modern pressures that boys face and the exploitative nature of some online communities."

Series four of Jamie Johnson FC, featuring cameos from Sam Allardyce, Ollie Watkins and Mary Earps, launches on CBBC and BBC iPlayer on Wednesday, 6 May, with new episodes every Wednesday.

Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season, pitting his expertise against AI, BBC Sport readers, and a rotating cast of guests.