Is this a two-horse race? Not quite, although Arsenal’s lack of collective cojones suggests it may well be.

Now they’re playing catch-up, I’d put a chunk of change on Arsène Wenger’s side getting revenge over Watford for the FA Cup defeat.

They aren’t out of it, of course, but they surely need a run-in as perfect as Emmanuel Petit’s hair to win it.

For now, it is very much Leicester City and Tottenham Hotspur who hold the aces and both have significant obstacles to overcome this weekend if they are to maintain the pace at the top.

Leaders Leicester will need latest meme sensation Robert Huth — “You can’t handle the Huth,” anyone? — and centre-back partner Wes Morgan to keep up their rock-solid form against Southampton.

Striker Jamie Vardy was like a dog on heat for England and nothing suggests he will slow down for the remainder of the campaign.

As for Spurs, their game could be the most pivotal of the weekend. Beat Liverpool at Anfield at this stage of the season and their title charge will have more momentum than Gary Neville’s removal men.

Rémi Garde’s sacking carried as much surprise as a Peter Crouch step over. Neither of them had the equipment for the job. Garde may well go on to be a success elsewhere but he was not the man to rip up Villa’s substandard playing squad and start again.

Prediction: 0-3

A typical season for Arsenal in that they’re now focused on securing Champions League football. That said, a few wins and they can really put some pressure on the top two. The nagging feeling remains, though, that Arsène Wenger’s side have already blown their best opportunity. Is it time to go? Be careful what you wish for.

Prediction: 2-0

City’s form right now is pretty desperate when you consider the investment and players at their disposal. Everyone seems to be waiting for something ... oh, of course, Pep Guardiola. Most of these players will be lucky to be retained, however. Much more certainty at Bournemouth, who would be getting more attention if Leicester weren’t tearing it up.

Prediction: 2-2

Trying to call this one is a little like trying to work out the multiple plot strands of the new Batman v Superman film: you’ve got no chance.

It’s Metropolis v Gotham, with both likely to crumble as easily. Probably the most significant game of the weekend. A hunch gives it to Rafa Benítez.

Prediction: 1-2

If the previous game was a Batman v Superman relegation blockbuster, this is the Aquaman spin-off: hopes are not high.

Prediction: 1-0

Big Sam versus Big Tony sounds more like a boxing match than a Barclays Premier League game but these two managers are central figures to this game. Albion are safe so the onus is on Sunderland to claim a vital victory. They need it desperately after three successive draws.

Prediction: 2-0

Mark Noble’s testimonial drew a full house at Upton Park during the week — a nice reminder of the value of one-club men. It’s a tribute Emmanuel Adebayor can only dream of.

Palace are the team sinking fast right now and the Hammers are overwhelming favourites.

Prediction: 3-1

Saturday’s late game is one to get the juices flowing. Spurs’ forward stars will surely target Liverpool’s soft centre, an area Jürgen Klopp will prioritise for next season. The Reds will have a rocket up their *** after the capitulation to Southampton, which may be enough to get them a point.

Prediction: 1-1

Can anyone stop the Leicester juggernaut? This is a potential banana skin after the international break broke up the leaders’ rhythm.

They have neutrals around the world on their side.

Prediction: 1-0

United are bang in the race for top four but Everton’s away form is miles better than their home performances.

Roberto Martínez’s side should be up for this one given recent defeats and United can expect a sterner test than they received from their noisy neighbours.

Prediction: 2-2