Premier League Prediction Thread 2025/2026

[BitcoinHunt3r]

Manchester United's defense is quite weak. And this is their biggest weakness this season. Manchester United management should have taken the necessary measures to strengthen the defense. But Manchester United has not bought any experienced defender.

I don't think Manchester United need to sign a new defender this summer. They've got quite a good number of defenders. The defenders just need to stay fit and be injury-free. What they do need is a goalkeeper and a midfielder to make the team solid. However, with the transfer window coming to an end in less than two weeks, I'm not sure they can make it happen. It's most likely they would make do with what they've got and continue reinforcement in the next window.

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

[Antotena]

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If they are thinking of firing Ruben Amorin I really think it's too early for such decision Ruben Amorin took over from Erik Ten Hang at half of the season where the team is almost nothing to write home about, no trusted player to count on or have in mind that maybe with him the team is somehow confident, no player like that but he managed to reach the Europa League final despite losing it to Tottenham Hotspurs, but that's not enough reason to fire him, he's just brought in some new players that everyone is happy and hoping to achieve something with them they want to fire him? That's not fair at least they should let him manage for this season if there's nothing good then they can fire him.

There is absolutely nothing early if Amorim is going to exit Manchester United. Was this not this same thing we were saying about Erik Ten Hag before he was finally let go in the middle of the league, and to crown their low decision, they went and bring another person Manchester United has beaten many times, I don't know why they made that move but isn't a very poor decisions which is why the team is not getting better but I will give them small chance to prove is wrong.

They played against Arsenal, they did some performance of a serious teams even though they didn't win, I will see what they are going to do this week. If they win, then there is hope and perhaps we are going to see more but of otherwise they lose this one, they are going know where again. They will only win some games and lose plenty more later and then end up like number 17 they played last season. As usual, they are going to blame some players for their own accountability.

[Iamgoat]

Manchester United management can decide to keep the manager or fire him after considering how Manchester United performed under their manager last season. After taking charge of Manchester United team last season, the manager could not bring any player to the club but this season Manchester United has brought three new players to the club so Manchester United should have confidence in this manager for the entire season. If Manchester United manager fails to bring his team to a good position this season then the decision can be taken to remove this manager. But if the management decides to remove this manager now then it will definitely be an injustice to this manager.

Yeah, Manchester United shouldn't even think of firing him even though he brings nothing back home at the end of this season. Manchester United management needs to think of long term management, were the manager is given enough time to assemble his team and work with them without interference from them the management, I just think they need to stop this hiring and firing.

You've just said the truth, from one side we would say Amorim didn't perform so well but he also did not have the opportunity to bring his own players on board. So if you want to criticise him completely, you will end up being unfair to him but now that he has been able to bring three signings to the squad, it is only better if they allow him to finish the whole season with the club. The club also have this culture of hiring and sacking managers frequently, they need to work on stopping such practices to allow the club managers and the players to understand each other and work in full sync. This will only continue to suffer the players from adaptation problems where they struggle to adapt between one manager to the other. Another issue is the management seems to be impatient with its managers and therefore always interfering with their decision making process which also keep the manager imbalance.

[_BlackStar]

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If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

But the reality is - Manchester United's defense is still very weak and this is an unresolved issue. Last season - Manchester United conceded 54 goals in 38 Premier League games, while only scoring 44. These goal statistics clearly show that Manchester United needs better players, although I'm not saying their defenders are too bad to be given more playing time.

So far, I don't know which defenders Manchester United have brought in to bolster their defense. They started the season with a defeat—but it's still too early to say they'll be the same as last season. The next match is against Fulham - it is an away game for United, so they need to try everything to win 3 points so as not to fall too far behind.

[Derekfunds]

Manchester United's defense is quite weak. And this is their biggest weakness this season. Manchester United management should have taken the necessary measures to strengthen the defense. But Manchester United has not bought any experienced defender.

I don't think Manchester United need to sign a new defender this summer. They've got quite a good number of defenders. The defenders just need to stay fit and be injury-free. What they do need is a goalkeeper and a midfielder to make the team solid. However, with the transfer window coming to an end in less than two weeks, I'm not sure they can make it happen. It's most likely they would make do with what they've got and continue reinforcement in the next window.

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

You are right what they need now is a good defender that will serve as a backup in case something went wrong and even if something didn't went wrong they can still use them to start up. Manchester united really suffered a lot last season because of defenders injury especially Martinez injury so the best preventive measure now is to get new defender(s) because I believe the front line is okay as it stands but they need to work on how create good and big chances and also how to convert those big chances to goal because playing well without a win is useless, imagine after Manchester united dominated is Arsenal's match and later lose I mean this doesn't make sense.

[Publictalk792]

If they continue to lose, there will be no change at all, even if they change their playing style. To be honest, we don't know whether Manchester United is improving or Arsenal is declining in yesterday's match, we simply don't know.

And it’s true that this is just the start of the season, so we don’t know how it will turn out. A team’s performance can change at any point during the season, either improving or worsening, depending on how they adapt and progress in securing victories in each match. Underestimating them at the start of the season is overly excessive, except for those who are disappointed.

I also think is very difficult to predict what will occur at beginning of new season. It is too early to draw any conclusions since  initial matches of team do not always reflect on how team will finish up. It is factual that we can not be too sure whether Manchester United is improving or whether Arsenal is just on temporary downfall. Both teams are yet to be in their stride. It is wise to be cautious when it comes to determination of fate of team so early. Key factors to successful season are to play consistently and learn to change and get better. Teams, who learn their mistakes, will be ones that do well in end.

[Agbe]

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If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

But the reality is - Manchester United's defense is still very weak and this is an unresolved issue. Last season - Manchester United conceded 54 goals in 38 Premier League games, while only scoring 44. These goal statistics clearly show that Manchester United needs better players, although I'm not saying their defenders are too bad to be given more playing time.

So far, I don't know which defenders Manchester United have brought in to bolster their defense. They started the season with a defeat—but it's still too early to say they'll be the same as last season. The next match is against Fulham - it is an away game for United, so they need to try everything to win 3 points so as not to fall too far behind.

True Manchester United defense last season was terrible as they conceided alot of goals so united should be busy in the market trying to get good quality defenders

[Dzwaafu11]

This is Liverpool's home match. But let's not forget that Liverpool's opponent is a rsenal, one of the strongest clubs in the Premier league. So liverpool has no possibility  of winning this match easily.

The match is going to be at Liverpool's home, just the way you are thinking. Arsenal is not a team to underrate; it is the same thing with Liverpool. Furthermore, the match will be in Liverpool’s home, so what are you still thinking? You said Liverpool won’t be able to win the match.

I can see that you have so much confidence in Arsenal; that is why you said so. However, let's see how it will look when the deal day comes in and we see what will happen. Moreover, the Premier League just got started; predicting clubs will be kind of too early. I have not gotten confidence in any club yet; let's see how the competition will move.

[Solodoski]

Is this real, maybe this is the main reason why he left Tottenham on the negotiation table and agreed to sign for Arsenal quickly. Arsenal offered plenty money than Tottenham maybe that another factor but this one may be a strong reason to pick Arsenal over Tottenham. Before now I was thinking it may be because of the money which was around £67 million.

Eberechi Eze has always been an Arsenal fan and has also dreamt of playing for Arsenal someday. So this way the right opportunity for him to.make his dream come true and he was not ready to jeopardize it, that's why he choose Arsenal over Tottenham,  not just about the money.
It has also been rumored that he already had an agreement with Arsenal on personal terms before Arsenal choose not to complete the deal, so Kia's injury had to.make them need more attackers, so they had to go back for him. Also I think he sees Arsenal as a better team than Tottenham.

[Renampun]

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

I’m also wonder why Ruben is sticking with his current defensive line, because looking at Man United’s defenders, it’s hard to say the composition is good enough. I feel it’s still lacking this season, and they need to bring in at least one more player to strengthen the back line. especially after watching Man United’s match against Arsenal yesterday, the defense looked chaotic and uncoordinated, that’s not a good sign, particularly if they aim to finish in a high position in the EPL this season.

[Dzwaafu11]

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

I’m also wonder why Ruben is sticking with his current defensive line, because looking at Man United’s defenders, it’s hard to say the composition is good enough. I feel it’s still lacking this season, and they need to bring in at least one more player to strengthen the back line. especially after watching Man United’s match against Arsenal yesterday, the defense looked chaotic and uncoordinated, that’s not a good sign, particularly if they aim to finish in a high position in the EPL this season.

Ruben Amorim still looks confused to me and is still yet to know exactly what to do in this club so that he will be able to meet up with people's expectations, and I don’t think it will work that way. I think he should just do what he thinks will favour this club and his career because till now Manchester United is still facing a lot of challenges that really need to be fixed.

We even talk about the position they will finish the season in; we can only talk about that part when a team is performing well, but for Manchester United right now there is no sign that this team will be as good as we want this season. I just hope Ruben Amorim will get things done this season.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Pep Guardiola knows what he has to do, and I don't think anyone doubts that. To oversee next season, we can see that Pep has brought in several players. As before, Pep Guardiola always brings in players who are considered suitable for his style of play. Regarding Rodri's injury and the departure of captain Kevin De Bruyne, I think Pep Guardiola has already considered this, and of course, he is already looking for suitable replacements.

With the experience that Pep had in the Club World Cup, it is a fact that things will be favorable for him. He already has many tools, he already has everything to be better. Now the only thing he has to do is concentrate on improving his weaknesses and move forward. Pep is always characterized by Forming a team that is hard to break.

We even talk about the position they will finish the season in; we can only talk about that part when a team is performing well, but for Manchester United right now there is no sign that this team will be as good as we want this season. I just hope Ruben Amorim will get things done this season.

The last thing we should do is lose hope , As fans of a football team , we must see that the team could be in crisis, and if it's bad, we even feel bad, but it's necessary to see that the efforts the coach makes this season are what he's capable of and nothing more. If he does well and Gets them into the UCL, if not, then the whole team needs to be reformed.

[ShowOff]

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

It seems that Ruben Amorim won't be signing any new players for the defense, as Manchester United already has many players in that area, even though their performance hasn't been solid enough. In my opinion, that's understandable, as they still need to adapt to fully understand the strategy implemented by Ruben Amorim, and in fact, most of them are inherited players from Ten Hag.

Ruben Amorim still continues to maintain the three man defensive scheme this season, and even though their performance hasn't been very satisfying, I think over time the Manchester United defenders will manage to find their best form. Manchester United attacking issues are more concerning, which is why they have spent the majority of their transfer budget to sign new forwards.

[Stablexcoin]

Richarlison win the Premier League player of the week for the match day 1 week. Congratulations to him as his heroics made it possible for Tottenham to go past Burnley with ease in a 3 - 0 match. Tottenham opens their account for this season with a win, grabbing all 3 points. Let's see how well they can perform this season!

His brace for the team when they played first match of the season, really rated him to be player of the week. Richarlison out of injuries, he is a good player that can help the team. I hope Thomas Frank manage him well to stay out of injury just the way Maresca is handling James to stay injury free so he can help the team for the longest.

Tottenham next match is against Manchester City, a very tough clash indeed. Both managers are desperate for the points, if both managers can't give up 3 points to the other team, they can equally share the points and still maintain their a good spot on the table.

[Stable090]

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad.

I just think Manchester United defense is kind of weak, they need to work on their defense, they need to sign more players that will help them improve their performance. If they don’t have a better defense, then it’s really going to affect them, because they just going to be conceding goals easily, and they will find it difficult to score back in some matches, so they just have to look for ways to strengthen their defense, so that the goals which they will be conceding will reduce. If a team has a better attack, and a poor defense, it’s still going to affect them, because immediately some clubs score, they will be playing complete defensive game, and Manchester United might not be able to break their defense.

[Lannakosa]

It seems that Ruben Amorim won't be signing any new players for the defense, as Manchester United already has many players in that area, even though their performance hasn't been solid enough. In my opinion, that's understandable, as they still need to adapt to fully understand the strategy implemented by Ruben Amorim, and in fact, most of them are inherited players from Ten Hag.

Ruben Amorim still continues to maintain the three man defensive scheme this season, and even though their performance hasn't been very satisfying, I think over time the Manchester United defenders will manage to find their best form. Manchester United attacking issues are more concerning, which is why they have spent the majority of their transfer budget to sign new forwards.

Manchester United definitely had no fewer problems in defense, and last time it took them a whole season without becoming better, so why do you think something should change this time? Strengthening the attack hasn’t helped either so far, they couldn’t score in their first home match. Or do you think they also need time to reach their best form? I have doubts that the system with three defenders will work for Manchester United.

[Alpha Marine]

If faced with a choice I think Manchester United need a defender, I'm not saying the current players are bad but it's not a bad idea to prepare a better squad. Last season's experience should be an example of the failure of the defensive line even though there are many reasons there. Based on Man United transfer records this season, they are prioritizing the attack line by spending 150 million while for their defense line they only spent 4 million + new players from the academy. I don't understand why the coach is so confident in the current defense line or maybe he has other plans?

In my opinion, what they need is a midfielder. In fact, I believe they should buy more than one midfielder. If they can manage to get a central midfielder who is creative, presses well, knows how to retain the ball under pressure and is physical, they can have a good midfield.

People usually underrate a good midfield. No matter how good a defence is, they will struggle if they have a bad midfield, and the attack won't function properly if the midfield is poor.
Currently, in Man United midfield, the only reliable player is Bruno, and he is an AM. If they add a reliable defensive midfielder and a CM, they might be ready.

[Lida93]

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I don't think Manchester United need to sign a new defender this summer. They've got quite a good number of defenders. The defenders just need to stay fit and be injury-free. What they do need is a goalkeeper and a midfielder to make the team solid. However, with the transfer window coming to an end in less than two weeks, I'm not sure they can make it happen. It's most likely they would make do with what they've got and continue reinforcement in the next window.

Manchester United needs defenders more than they do for midfielders, last season their defence was a piece of shit and to crown it all they don't even have a quality goalkeeper that is dependable but erratic in the goalpost instead. A midfielder shouldn't be Manchester United priority if they wish to sign a new player, adding to the the defence and goalie would bring a more wholesome strong depth instead.

[$weetne$$]

I’m also wonder why Ruben is sticking with his current defensive line, because looking at Man United’s defenders, it’s hard to say the composition is good enough. I feel it’s still lacking this season, and they need to bring in at least one more player to strengthen the back line. especially after watching Man United’s match against Arsenal yesterday, the defense looked chaotic and uncoordinated, that’s not a good sign, particularly if they aim to finish in a high position in the EPL this season.

He probably still  believes so much in that defence line and that is why he has probably still maintained it, I wish for him to improve them even as he is holding unto keeping them and very importantly he should get a goal keeper, the both keepers he has are not fit enough for the team, they can not get him the kind of results he is aiming at. Both keepers lack good reflex and they also make too .ay silly mistakes as a goal keeper.

[Dump3er]

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I don't think Manchester United need to sign a new defender this summer. They've got quite a good number of defenders. The defenders just need to stay fit and be injury-free. What they do need is a goalkeeper and a midfielder to make the team solid. However, with the transfer window coming to an end in less than two weeks, I'm not sure they can make it happen. It's most likely they would make do with what they've got and continue reinforcement in the next window.

Manchester United needs defenders more than they do for midfielders, last season their defence was a piece of shit and to crown it all they don't even have a quality goalkeeper that is dependable but erratic in the goalpost instead. A midfielder shouldn't be Manchester United priority if they wish to sign a new player, adding to the the defence and goalie would bring a more wholesome strong depth instead.

A defender wouldn't hurt them, but in the last game they conceded one goal against Arsenal, which I think is still acceptable and not a sign of a broken defense. Their game in the offense wasn't good enough to overcome Arsenal and that on the other hand didn't have much to do with how Manchester United's defense did in that match.

Perhaps their midfield is a little bit too offensive at times as they don't have a midfielder who likes to overtake important tasks in the defense. But so far it has been one match, I will still give it a few weeks and see how good they really are.