Premier League Prediction Thread 2024/2025

[RockBell]

Arsenal's attack at the end of the season, in my opinion, looked even more confident than City's, but the main thing is not episodic bursts of good play, but stability, this is what the result depends on, and it seems to me that it is very difficult to compete with City in this regard. City planned to get Rodrigo from Real to replace Alvarez, but I think that Alvarez's absence is not critical, he was not a key player in Guardiola's team, and by the way, this was one of the main reasons for his departure. Yes, he is an important substitute player, but City has someone to play in attack without him. Rodrigo, by the way, doesn't want to leave Real, so this won't happen.

If not that a lot of people are dangrading arsenal to some extent they are actually trying their best even if we are not getting the kind of results we want. If we are to rate them even their attacks are impressive even that of Manchester city, just that when arsenal plays against other team I just feel like they need to work more on their confidence. Point are always drawing us back. Arteta should have made a lot of observation to make better decisions this new season. And if arsenal fail to change our ways we are still going to still find it difficult to compete with the city, and if Manchester city should succeed in getting Rodrigo then how effort have to be times two of what we have been playing before. They are trying to strengthen things up. Alvarez abesence wont affect that much compare to Rodrigo filling for him. And pep is smart, I just hope arsenal will Go far this season at least we should be able to win the premier everyone will be happy.

[baeva]

Apparently Liverkusen wanted to start their new winning streak, but it didn't work out. In general, nothing terrible happened, both teams learnt some lesson from it. EPL matches will start tomorrow, and the day after tomorrow Arsenal will play their first match and I think it is very important to start the season with a win, not so much for the position in the standings, but for the morale-booster

Leverkusen almost broke history but on a norm, Arsenal is their mate. They had last season quite boldly in Bundesliga but they couldn't hold Atalanta down and lost the winning streak in the Europa League final and it was then I knew they are not as good as they are, if they should have won the final match and take out Atalanta that wasn't even having a good Place in their domestic league but this is a new season, let's see what they can play this time.

Arsenal has shown no sign of weakness, Arteta seems not to have cool down but the task ahead of this season might look hotter than last time because Guardiola lost FA cup and Champions League, the dominance to maintain the lead might come back to his head and who knows if there is going to be surprises later when the season begins.

Autumn is strange to say that about a team that went the whole season without defeat, this record is unrivalled and they had the last match of the season left, there were many factors overlapping, but that's not what we're talking about now. Arsenal really played with confidence and I'm looking forward to seeing how they play in the EPL tomorrow, plus they have a lot to show judging by the form they showed in the pre-season game

[Stable090]

If not that a lot of people are dangrading arsenal to some extent they are actually trying their best even if we are not getting the kind of results we want.

I don’t think anyone is saying Arsenal is not trying their best. Everyone knows that arsenal has been playing well in the past few seasons, but what everyone needs is the result which they are not getting. What everyone is expecting from Arsenal is for them to win the Premier League title, not for them to keep on ending the season in second place. Arsenal are always playing well, but towards the end of the season, their performance is always dropping a little bit. They are always finding it difficult to maintain consistency from the beginning of the season until the season ends, which is the main problem they are having, and we all know that Manchester City is good at doing that.

And if arsenal fail to change our ways we are still going to still find it difficult to compete with the city,

Another season will soon be starting, let’s just wait and see how it goes, but I don’t think Arsenal will be able to compete with Manchester City next season. I won’t be surprised if they end the season in their regular position, which we all know.

[Minor Miner]

The victory over Leverkusen seems to have made Arsenal fans quite happy, but I hope they don't forget that the squad that Alonso fielded was not the main squad that won unbeaten last season, in that match Alonso only fielded a few of his main players so I think they didn't have good unity in facing the match, and goalkeeper Leverkusen, isn't he just a backup goalkeeper?
The game of both teams looked very good in that match and we admit that Arsenal were able to escape from the pressure that continued to be exerted by Leverkusen, Arsenal's attackers were able to destroy Leverkusen quite badly in the match.
In the Match, Jesus and Kai Havertz were able to score goals, but I hope that Arsenal will still they have to look for another striker now to support their goal productivity next season.
The friendly match can be a reference to see some weaknesses to be corrected, so Arteta should not be proud of this victory and instead focus on seeing their weaknesses before the league starts, in last season Arsenal had a pretty good team balance in defense, midfield and both wings, however In fact, they are not supported by a capable main striker and that it should be important note for arteta .

While I do agree that it was unbelievable what they did and I think it shows great potential for them, we need to keep remembering that we are talking about just a friendly game and that doesn't mean that they are going to end up being too great. I feel like we are going to probably see them do very well, and should not be considering the situation changing too much, it should be something that could make some profit if we are lucky, but that's about it and nothing more.

Even though it was a friendly match, I think I can still say that Leverkusen probably should have performed better. I have seen some people say that this might be an indication of Leverkusen not being able to perform as well as that date in the last season throughout this season. But I don’t think that is going to be the case. I think friendly match should not be taken as an indication of how a team is going to perform throughout the season. But yes the defense probably should have been better from Leverkusen. Or maybe they need to improve the defending lineup. Another reason could be that the other clubs are actually catching up to the tactics of Leverkusen. But these are some wild assumptions to make just after watching a friendly match.

[Dzwaafu11]

If not that a lot of people are dangrading arsenal to some extent they are actually trying their best even if we are not getting the kind of results we want. If we are to rate them even their attacks are impressive even that of Manchester city, just that when arsenal plays against other team I just feel like they need to work more on their confidence. Point are always drawing us back. Arteta should have made a lot of observation to make better decisions this new season. And if arsenal fail to change our ways we are still going to still find it difficult to compete with the city, and if Manchester city should succeed in getting Rodrigo then how effort have to be times two of what we have been playing before. They are trying to strengthen things up. Alvarez abesence wont affect that much compared to Rodrigo filling for him. And pep is smart, I just hope arsenal will Go far this season at least we should be able to win the premier everyone will be happy.

Arsenal squad is strong; they always start the season with impressive performance every season; they always be at the top early season, but at the end they are still failing to get the trophy, which is very bad. It's just like maybe the manager (Arteta) is still unable to find out the main problem that is making his squad weak at the end of the season or what makes their performance decrease anytime the season gets tough and interesting.

Because with their current squad, I don't see any weak positions. I think Arteta needs to change his tactics and see how the result will change because Arsenal is really trying, but we don't see it since they failed to bring the trophy home.

[Coyster]

Because with their current squad, I don't see any weak positions. I think Arteta needs to change his tactics and see how the result will change because Arsenal is really trying, but we don't see it since they failed to bring the trophy home.

There is nothing wrong with Arteta's tactics, nor is anything inherently wrong with the team. Arsenal have just one problem, and that is Manchester City, the serial winners. Look at Arsenal's stats last season, it was unbelievable, but if you want to take the title from City you have to be perfect, and that might be asking too much from Arsenal.

Pep is out of this world, his hunger to continue pushing his team is unprecedented, Arsenal are edging closer to win the league every season, they get better after every season and learn new lessons, if they are "perfect" this season, then they will be champions after a very long time.

[Abu-Naim]

Autumn is strange to say that about a team that went the whole season without defeat, this record is unrivalled and they had the last match of the season left, there were many factors overlapping, but that's not what we're talking about now. Arsenal really played with confidence and I'm looking forward to seeing how they play in the EPL tomorrow, plus they have a lot to show judging by the form they showed in the pre-season game

The level of players in the Arsenal squad is a bit stronger and better than the players in the Leverkusen squad, and we have seen how it all end in their preseason match against Arsenal because the 4-1 defeat to Arsenal shows that the Bundesliga is not as strong as the Premier League because the second position team defeated a team that went undefeated last season to win the Bundesliga title. Nevertheless, I will be expecting a good performance for Leverkusen in the Champions leagues and the Bundesliga next season.

[Ryu_Ar1]

If not that a lot of people are dangrading arsenal to some extent they are actually trying their best even if we are not getting the kind of results we want. If we are to rate them even their attacks are impressive even that of Manchester city, just that when arsenal plays against other team I just feel like they need to work more on their confidence. Point are always drawing us back. Arteta should have made a lot of observation to make better decisions this new season. And if arsenal fail to change our ways we are still going to still find it difficult to compete with the city, and if Manchester city should succeed in getting Rodrigo then how effort have to be times two of what we have been playing before. They are trying to strengthen things up. Alvarez abesence wont affect that much compared to Rodrigo filling for him. And pep is smart, I just hope arsenal will Go far this season at least we should be able to win the premier everyone will be happy.

Arsenal squad is strong; they always start the season with impressive performance every season; they always be at the top early season, but at the end they are still failing to get the trophy, which is very bad. It's just like maybe the manager (Arteta) is still unable to find out the main problem that is making his squad weak at the end of the season or what makes their performance decrease anytime the season gets tough and interesting.

Because with their current squad, I don't see any weak positions. I think Arteta needs to change his tactics and see how the result will change because Arsenal is really trying, but we don't see it since they failed to bring the trophy home.

Because no matter how good Arsenal's squad is in fact there are clubs whose squad is better and for the EPL now the answer is definitely Manchester City.
In addition, we must also be aware that sometimes not only players are the benchmark in this case because we must be aware that teamwork and management in setting a good plan from the coach is always an added value to make a club a champion.

It cannot be denied that the Arsenal squad to date is still above average, especially since most of them are dominated by young players who have extraordinary talent. But to get the trophy is not as simple as imagined because they must be able to create stability in terms of players and performance in order to become a good rhythm to get a trophy in a competition and Arsenal still can't do that.

[red4slash]

Because no matter how good Arsenal's squad is in fact there are clubs whose squad is better and for the EPL now the answer is definitely Manchester City.
In addition, we must also be aware that sometimes not only players are the benchmark in this case because we must be aware that teamwork and management in setting a good plan from the coach is always an added value to make a club a champion.

It cannot be denied that the Arsenal squad to date is still above average, especially since most of them are dominated by young players who have extraordinary talent. But to get the trophy is not as simple as imagined because they must be able to create stability in terms of players and performance in order to become a good rhythm to get a trophy in a competition and Arsenal still can't do that.

I agree with what you said in this case where although Arsenal played well but Manchester City until now played better and we certainly see that with the record achievements that Manchester City currently has, it is very evident that they are still the best in the EPL.

This is suspected from the presence of Pep as a very good strategy setter at Manchester City but that does not mean Arsenal do not have a chance in this case because their chances are still very much there, it's just that there must be several possibilities that occur if Arsenal want to become champions in the EPL, namely they, especially Arteta, must be able to strategize better than Pep or another possibility is that Arsenal must hope Pep leaves Manchester City because it is the brain of the slick performance that Manchester City is currently showing for Pep's work as a good scheme setter behind the wheel of Manchester City.
 

[hyudien]

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If not that a lot of people are dangrading arsenal to some extent they are actually trying their best even if we are not getting the kind of results we want. If we are to rate them even their attacks are impressive even that of Manchester city, just that when arsenal plays against other team I just feel like they need to work more on their confidence. Point are always drawing us back. Arteta should have made a lot of observation to make better decisions this new season. And if arsenal fail to change our ways we are still going to still find it difficult to compete with the city, and if Manchester city should succeed in getting Rodrigo then how effort have to be times two of what we have been playing before. They are trying to strengthen things up. Alvarez abesence wont affect that much compare to Rodrigo filling for him. And pep is smart, I just hope arsenal will Go far this season at least we should be able to win the premier everyone will be happy.

Arsenal so far in my opinion is one of the clubs that many people hope to be able to overthrow Man City's dominance in the EPL, for the past two seasons Arsenal has only been one step behind Man City in terms of productivity. Arteta always tries his best amidst the limitations of player purchases that are not as aggressive as other clubs in the transfer market this season. Apart from Arsenal, there is Liverpool, but now this club is entering a transition phase with its new coach, so it cannot guarantee that Liverpool in the first season with Arne Slot will be able to continue the trend that Jurgen Klopp left behind. For that, in the EPL there is only Arsenal as a source of hope where we want the trophy not always to be won by Man City.

Why not mention Man United? Come on, let's know the quality of this club in Ten Hag's hands and the players are still spoiled and unproductive in terms of health. So I put Man United aside because they still can't be on par with Man City and Arsenal in terms of quality and quantity.

[Weawant]

Chelsea transfer 20 million euros, add seventh goalkeeper to goalkeeping guild'

Chelsea are beginning to make me look like an not ready for this season, I will say they really make use of this transfer window more than any other English team, I am beginning to afraid for them if they didn't make any positive results this season

Honestly I'm still wondering why is Chelsea putting in so much effort on their keepers, they are not going to have only keepers play the game on the pitch for them and they may not even get to use all of the keepers so it's really a thing of concern why the much investment in goal keepers this season, it makes them appear like they have got almost not enough plans that is supposed to get them the much they will be expecting from the new season expect they are looking forward to recruiting a host of keepers who will be sold out later.

[Sexylizzy2813]

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Speaking of teams to win the league title and you included Man UTD (very laughable), Chelsea and even Tottenham? What is the assurance that Chelsea can even make it to the top 4 position of the log come next season? I don't want to say much about Tottenham Hotspur because we hardly see much from them and is like the pre-season games doesn't concern them in any way to rate their performance but I can say they may finish outside the top 4 like 5th or 6th but not Chelsea who have been all over the news with their poor defense and their poor selection of players in the transfer market. [...]

I'm not saying that's my opinion, that's all i got from the odds data at the bookies. Even with Manchester City & Liverpool, should we underestimate other teams? that doesn't make sense. Therefore we are still looking at their opportunities in the bookies, in my post i sort them from most favorite to least.

Didn't you see how Bayer Leverkusen were able to get their first domestic league title, they actually did it. So let's not underestimate other teams, it could be that next season Manchester United or Chelsea win the title, who knows?

Let's say we want to give Chelsea the benefit of doubt like they can carry the responsible of going for the title, how can they manage with these inconsistency and lack of form? They are not anywhere near better in terms of playing and Bayer Leverkusen was ready right from the beginning of the season and you could see how they manage each game get all 3 point without minding who their opponent was and you can't say that to Chelsea, fine we shouldn't underestimate any team but not with Chelsea, they haven't given us something to say they can try and also with Manchester United, they haven't been able to keep their house together and you say is winning the league title? No it can't happen but they can fight for the top 4.

[len01]

Honestly I'm still wondering why is Chelsea putting in so much effort on their keepers, they are not going to have only keepers play the game on the pitch for them and they may not even get to use all of the keepers so it's really a thing of concern why the much investment in goal keepers this season, it makes them appear like they have got almost not enough plans that is supposed to get them the much they will be expecting from the new season expect they are looking forward to recruiting a host of keepers who will be sold out later.

Until now I am still thinking about the reason why Chelsea continues to look for a goalkeeper and I had thought that Chelsea most likely really wanted to build a strong defense this season. But if that's the case, Chelsea last season was actually not a problem about bad defense but a slightly weak attack line since the beginning of the season even though at the end of the season Pochettino managed to bring Chelsea up to the top 6 but this season should not need to spend too much just on defense.
A little strange but I'm sure everything Chelsea is doing right now must have something planned that we don't know yet but for now the right reason is just to strengthen and prepare a defense that is ready in every competition that will be pursued this season.

[Obim34]

Honestly I'm still wondering why is Chelsea putting in so much effort on their keepers, they are not going to have only keepers play the game on the pitch for them and they may not even get to use all of the keepers so it's really a thing of concern why the much investment in goal keepers this season, it makes them appear like they have got almost not enough plans that is supposed to get them the much they will be expecting from the new season expect they are looking forward to recruiting a host of keepers who will be sold out later.

Until now I am still thinking about the reason why Chelsea continues to look for a goalkeeper and I had thought that Chelsea most likely really wanted to build a strong defense this season. But if that's the case, Chelsea last season was actually not a problem about bad defense but a slightly weak attack line since the beginning of the season even though at the end of the season Pochettino managed to bring Chelsea up to the top 6 but this season should not need to spend too much just on defense.
A little strange but I'm sure everything Chelsea is doing right now must have something planned that we don't know yet but for now the right reason is just to strengthen and prepare a defense that is ready in every competition that will be pursued this season.

If we can be observant enough, Chelsea conceded enough goals from their central back and right back which indicates the incompetence of those players handling those positions. There was lack of communication between them at that defense especially when Thiago wasn't featured in the match, mistakes upon mistakes with same thing happening during this preseason. The one defender who has been top notch the whole season has been Cucurella and they owe him a lot because he delivered on his own part.

Chelsea should work with the defenders they have now and forget buying more, let them build the connection/communication among themselves instead of adding and then lack level of commitment, loosing the ball at critical points will only send the team down the table.

[legendbtc]

Honestly I'm still wondering why is Chelsea putting in so much effort on their keepers, they are not going to have only keepers play the game on the pitch for them and they may not even get to use all of the keepers so it's really a thing of concern why the much investment in goal keepers this season, it makes them appear like they have got almost not enough plans that is supposed to get them the much they will be expecting from the new season expect they are looking forward to recruiting a host of keepers who will be sold out later.

Until now I am still thinking about the reason why Chelsea continues to look for a goalkeeper and I had thought that Chelsea most likely really wanted to build a strong defense this season. But if that's the case, Chelsea last season was actually not a problem about bad defense but a slightly weak attack line since the beginning of the season even though at the end of the season Pochettino managed to bring Chelsea up to the top 6 but this season should not need to spend too much just on defense.
A little strange but I'm sure everything Chelsea is doing right now must have something planned that we don't know yet but for now the right reason is just to strengthen and prepare a defense that is ready in every competition that will be pursued this season.

Yes, it is overwhelming that Chelsea has spent up to 161 million pounds just to recruit goalkeepers since the summer transfer market of 2018 until now.
Coach Enzo Maresca currently has 7 goalkeepers in the first team, including 3 official goalkeepers from last season. Now, with the addition of Mike Penders, Chelsea's goalkeeper count has increased to eight. No European giant has spent more than Chelsea in the current transfer window. Since the summer 2024 window opened. New coach Enzo Maresca is facing a squad that is as dense as ever in the club's history. No matter how hard Maresca tries to rotate, it is difficult to manage and give playing opportunities to all of his students. Wasting the salary fund, Chelsea's dressing room also has the potential to cause discontent.

Chelsea will need to streamline their squad and bring in the positions Maresca is looking for, such as a new centec-forward. If you look at Broja's performance in the win over Club America, Maresca will be gritting his teeth. He cannot hope to win the title with such rotten strikers.

[KingsDen]

Chelsea transfer 20 million euros, add seventh goalkeeper to goalkeeping guild'

Chelsea are beginning to make me look like an not ready for this season, I will say they really make use of this transfer window more than any other English team, I am beginning to afraid for them if they didn't make any positive results this season

Honestly I'm still wondering why is Chelsea putting in so much effort on their keepers, they are not going to have only keepers play the game on the pitch for them and they may not even get to use all of the keepers so it's really a thing of concern why the much investment in goal keepers this season, it makes them appear like they have got almost not enough plans that is supposed to get them the much they will be expecting from the new season expect they are looking forward to recruiting a host of keepers who will be sold out later.

Did I hear you say 7th goalie?
Are you for real?
What for?
Do goalies even get injured, what the big number of them?
Maybe Conference league has difficulty in keeping, let's believe it's what they are guarding against

[X-ray]

Chelsea transfer 20 million euros, add seventh goalkeeper to goalkeeping guild'

Chelsea are beginning to make me look like an not ready for this season, I will say they really make use of this transfer window more than any other English team, I am beginning to afraid for them if they didn't make any positive results this season

Honestly I'm still wondering why is Chelsea putting in so much effort on their keepers, they are not going to have only keepers play the game on the pitch for them and they may not even get to use all of the keepers so it's really a thing of concern why the much investment in goal keepers this season, it makes them appear like they have got almost not enough plans that is supposed to get them the much they will be expecting from the new season expect they are looking forward to recruiting a host of keepers who will be sold out later.

Did I hear you say 7th goalie?
Are you for real?
What for?
Do goalies even get injured, what the big number of them?
Maybe Conference league has difficulty in keeping, let's believe it's what they are guarding against

It's real. I can't believe it when this news appears. But, after checking, it seems Chelsea does flip for profit strategy. They're trying to recruit as many players as they can, then develop them to flip it for profit.



I am feeling curious to see how Chelsea will make money from all these goalkeepers. Chelsea bought many of them for 20M each. If they wish to flip them for a higher price, and the only problem is that you need at least one of them to become ballers. Which is not a given at all.

A risky gamble.

[Hirose UK]

In terms of prestige it doesn't carry much weight, but it's still a title + a derby + City are certainly pissed off that United beat them at the end of last season. I think both clubs will have enough motivation to not consider this game random, which means the favorite should win. The fact that on paper City is much stronger than United seems indisputable to me.

Manchester United is getting ready for the match against Manchester City in the Community Shield. Ten Hag started talking about the Community Shield and he said, they will win the game against Manchester City and it seems Manchester United has hope for beating Manchester City. However, some players are not in good form in Manchester City like Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Luke Shaw, and Maguire. That's why there is a chance for these players to be absent in the game they have against Mcnashyter City in the Community Shield.

Actually, the FA Community Shield is not that important for Manchester City and if they lose then there is no loss felt by Manchester City.

Indeed, Ten Hag looks quite optimistic to be able to get win in this match and he looks very enthusiastic in trying to beat Manchester City even though we all know that Manchester United performance can't actually surpass Manchester City.
But there is indeed chance for them to win the match, just like when they were in the FA Cup final where Manchester City didn't seem to play optimally and didn't look like team that was trying to get win because the FA Cup was not the goals for Manchester City.
In match like this for the FA Community Shield I doubt if I have to make Manchester City the favorite, maybe there will be surprise like the match in the FA Cup final.

[armanda90]

Actually, the FA Community Shield is not that important for Manchester City and if they lose then there is no loss felt by Manchester City.

Indeed, Ten Hag looks quite optimistic to be able to get win in this match and he looks very enthusiastic in trying to beat Manchester City even though we all know that Manchester United performance can't actually surpass Manchester City.
But there is indeed chance for them to win the match, just like when they were in the FA Cup final where Manchester City didn't seem to play optimally and didn't look like team that was trying to get win because the FA Cup was not the goals for Manchester City.
In match like this for the FA Community Shield I doubt if I have to make Manchester City the favorite, maybe there will be surprise like the match in the FA Cup final.

Even though the FA Community Shield is not Manchester City's target, Pep Guardiola has the ambition to take revenge against Manchester United when they were defeated in the FA Cup last season. I believe both team have huge ambition for winning their first trophy in this season on The FA Community Shield and make their team performance keep confidence for Premier League matches.
Manchester United on difficult position few days left before facing Manchester City on FA Community Shield after leaving by several important players due injured, new signing Leny Yoro will absent and Marcus Rashford will miss in this match until Rasmus Højlund have to be out from Manchester United squad few later with injury problem.

Considering Manchester United recently squad, I doubt they can repeat success for defeating Manchester City on FA Community Shield match, I think Manchester City indeed not have huge ambition for the first trophy in this season seems favorable for defeating Manchester United for the first match in this season.

[tusandii]

Actually, the FA Community Shield is not that important for Manchester City and if they lose then there is no loss felt by Manchester City.

Indeed, Ten Hag looks quite optimistic to be able to get win in this match and he looks very enthusiastic in trying to beat Manchester City even though we all know that Manchester United performance can't actually surpass Manchester City.
But there is indeed chance for them to win the match, just like when they were in the FA Cup final where Manchester City didn't seem to play optimally and didn't look like team that was trying to get win because the FA Cup was not the goals for Manchester City.
In match like this for the FA Community Shield I doubt if I have to make Manchester City the favorite, maybe there will be surprise like the match in the FA Cup final.

How much do you believe in the idea that the Community Shield is not that important for Man City?
The Community Shield is not a big competition but winning the opening match of the season gives the Man City players confidence and gives them a great spirit and will definitely get a good record this season.

For the discussion of the match I will answer from a bettor's perspective and I will say that maybe in the FA Cup at that time Man City did not really chase the title but I believe in this match Man City are still the favorites and will win today's match.
We'll see which statement comes true and for me there will be no surprises.