Premier League Prediction Thread 2026/2027

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I’m a big fan of Ange football, he is one coach that I love his philosophy, I love how he wants to play his football. At spurs I know we he didn’t live up to the expectations but I won’t say he failed, he won them their first over for almost 2 decade and Their first ever international trophy.

Ange is an attacking minded coach, they where he defers from Nuno. Ange prefer to out score his opponent while Nuno prefer to sit back, get a goal and defend it.

Like it or Not Nuno have played a very big part to where Nottingham first are today, helping them escape relegation and bringing them European competition this season is exceptional.

Well if Nottingham forest players can adapt to Ange style of play on time I think they are going to be an interesting side to watch.

That is true, he is the good coach that can do this and I agree that he will do a fine job. I agree that it's not going to be that much of a trouble for the time being and we can get the best out of this.

It's not easy for Ange to come in after the season already started and get a great result, it's going to be a problem but they can make it happen. This should not be that hard for Ange because expectations for Nottingham isn't as high as last year.

I mean they didn't had any high expectations last year neither, but they did alright, but nobody expects them to do as well as they did last year. This means they are going to end up with some results which won't be that difficult, they can get what they want to achieve.

[Iroh]

Wait, Manchester United spent a lot of money during the just concluded transfer window and some of us didn't know? If Manchester United spent a lot of money in the transfer, what then will you say clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal spent in the window. Manchester United was supposed to spend in restoring their squad this summer but they failed to do that.

They did spend a significant amount of money in bringing in some new players to the squad. We're not actually comparing with the other clubs you mentioned as they also invested heavily in bringing in some new players as well.
I think it's still too early in writing off the new players brought in. It's still early in the season and they still have a lot of matches ahead of them to prove themselves. Personally, I think the new addition brought in by Man United is a good addition to the club. Hopefully, given some time, they'll be in sync and give us a much better performance.

[Abbatty]

Manchester United have spent a lot of money this season to bring in quality players, on the contrary, I have not seen Manchester City spend that much money. You must have seen how Manchester City performed last season and Manchester City will play the same team as last season so Manchester City's performance this season will not change much from last season. There is a match between the two Manchester clubs and I think this match will be an exciting match. Those who used to bet on Manchester City in the match between Manchester City vs Manchester United until last season will not bet on Manchester City this season because Manchester United can perform better than Manchester City this season. I myself am also waiting to see the performance of these two Manchester clubs and I will completely refrain from betting on this match.

Wait, Manchester United spent a lot of money during the just concluded transfer window and some of us didn't know? If Manchester United spent a lot of money in the transfer, what then will you say clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal spent in the window. Manchester United was supposed to spend in restoring their squad this summer but they failed to do that.

If you are to compare the 2 clubs about who spent more this summer it definitely Manchester United, it just that they spent more in getting a few players while Manchester city spent less in getting more players. Manchester United spent around €216Million this summer while Manchester city spent around €179million.

Well the Manchester derby is here and it not an excuse for both managers, both managers need to try to win this game this weekend, it the biggest game in the premier league this weekend so I hope it bring much because much is expected.

Amorim is still yet u defeated in the Manchester derby let see if that still continues after this weekend, both teams are currently struggling so it very hard to predict who will come out on top.

[moneystery]

Next week, Manchester United will face Manchester City. I think this match will be very exciting and also a bit funny. Because basically, these two teams are big teams in the Premier League, and funny enough, both of these teams are currently in poor form. So with that, I think this match will be very exciting. Because basically, the team that loses this match will certainly fall to the bottom of the Premier League standings. Because currently, Manchester United is in 9th place, while Manchester City is in 13th place in the Premier League. So with that, it is clear that the team that loses this match will drop drastically in the standings. So which team will you support in this match, because a match like this will certainly be very exciting to bet on. I might try my luck by betting on Manchester United. Although it doesn't match my heart's desire, but I think Manchester United might pull off a bit of a surprise in this match. So that's why I will bet on Manchester United only in this match.

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Both teams are currently struggling, as they are both sitting at the bottom of the table, but judging by their performances, I'm more confident that Manchester United will perform better in this match. I'm not saying Manchester City will play worse, but their consistency has been declining recently, and Manchester United seems to be performing more convincingly.
I don't know, maybe it's just a feeling, as this match is quite difficult to predict, and my prediction could be wrong... but if Manchester United is able to win this match then it will be a big blow for Manchester City.

[Tmoonz]

I think it will be very difficult for Nicolas Jackson to break into this Bayern team and playing ahead of Harry Kane. The possibility of reaching the mark of games started this is so slim, it is obvious Bayern Munich have no plans of taking Jackson permanently at the end of the season that is why they have put in such an unrealistic condition.

Bayern Munich know exactly the possible outcome of their desire and wouldn't jeopardize this deal just for one random player that's been generally classified as mediocre player. Vincent Kompany wouldn't pull any stunt that will favour the Senegalese player. This have always been my advice to players seeking to force their move out of a club, they should also advice themselves about the club they picked.

Nicolas Jackson have been through hell already, why not stay in Chelsea and fight for a shirt rather than sticking to a loan deal in Bayern Munich where there's slim chances of watching the full potential of the player. Chelsea came pleading to bring him back to Stamford Bridge since Delap sustained a serious injury that will keep him on the sidelines for months, this was the golden opportunity to see Jackson revived the expectations and potentials at Stamford Bridge but he declined and that's completely asking Chelsea to shove the deal down their ass.

There's no way that will happen, Nicolas Jackson can never start ahead of Harry Kane, unless he's injured and even if Harry Kane is injured I still don't think Vincent kompany will start him in a more serious game, like I don't even know what brings the plan of moving Nicolas Jackson to the Bayern Munich club, he really don't have what it takes to play their, trust me he's gonna be on bench for as long as possible, some players can be lucky anyway, if not I don't know why a team like Bayern Munich will approach him in the first place.

[Pandorak]

I think it's too much if there are Manchester City fans like that because it's impossible for their favorite team Manchester City to continue winning the Premier League so for what the Manchester City team is currently experiencing I think it's still within normal limits and also the slump of the Manchester City team is not that deep the proof is that last season they were still able to finish in the top 3 of the final standings and for the start of this season Manchester City's performance was very bad but I think there is still a chance for Manchester City to rise.

Actually, if we look closely, Manchester City performance last season wasn't that bad. It's just that the fans' expectations were too high, hoping that their favorite club, Manchester City, would come home as champions and finish the season by lifting the trophy. Also, their defense wasn't at its best. This was one of the main reasons Manchester City suffered defeats, because even though the attack could be sharp, the defense wasn't strong enough. It's like trying to fill a container with water, but the container has holes. This season, hopefully they can perform more consistently than last season. Pep Guardiola can certainly bring Manchester City back to the pinnacle of success like in previous years.

[ndutndut]

Postecogulu can maybe keep them mid table and is not like Nuno Espirito men were infallible, looking at their performance towards last season ending till now.

Ange Postecoglou in his face season won't be in too much pressure, not relegating at least can still make him remain as manager but I think what majority of the fans will be hoping for is him helping them to lift the Conference League trophy this season.

Nottingham appointed Postecoglou as their new manager replacing Nuno Espirito with greater ambition and expectations. So I was wrong to say that Postecoglou wouldn't feel pressure in his first season on the contrary, this season Forest have returned to European competition after a long absence. If you say that at least they won't be relegated this season that actually poses a threat to Postecoglou because Forest recruited him to improve their team's standing and at least qualify for the Champions League. Moreover Postecoglou has stated that he came to Forest with a high ambition to lead Forest back to the Conference League trophy.

Interestingly Postecoglou's first challenge is against Arsenal. Can he beat Arsenal tomorrow with his strategy? Moreover, his strategy is attacking. Although he knows this will be dangerous against Arsenal, with an attacking strategy, he will have a chance to score and secure victory.

[slapper]

The upcoming Manchester derby match has caught everyone's attention as it will be the most talked about match of the new season. However perhaps everyone has seen that Manchester City have spent a lot of cash this summer but we have observed that they have tasted defeat twice in the three new Premier League seasons so far, so it seems that the chances of a title challenge are diminishing. It's true that everyone's eyes will probably be on Manchester on Sunday afternoon because the heat of this match may spread everywhere but Man United are mired in dilemma and uncertainty over their goalkeeper for this derby match because it's true that their team's Onana has already signed a contract with the Turkish league.

Manchester United have spent a lot of money this season to bring in quality players, on the contrary, I have not seen Manchester City spend that much money. You must have seen how Manchester City performed last season and Manchester City will play the same team as last season so Manchester City's performance this season will not change much from last season. There is a match between the two Manchester clubs and I think this match will be an exciting match. Those who used to bet on Manchester City in the match between Manchester City vs Manchester United until last season will not bet on Manchester City this season because Manchester United can perform better than Manchester City this season. I myself am also waiting to see the performance of these two Manchester clubs and I will completely refrain from betting on this match.

Derbies are chaos magnets. But I believe that the threat is to read the summer spend as immediate progress. United lost more than 200m, but it is all in the front line. The situation of the defense and the keeper is not very good. Onana was actually paid to go and they are walking into the Etihad with either Bayindir (7 PL games) or a 23 year old Lammens. Compare that to City who spent only a net of c. £90m but got Donnarumma, a top-tier shot-stopper. That is night and day stability in a piece like this. And remember, in the past 10 derbies City doubled the number of shots that United had (166 to 81). United must learn to finish suddenly. They have had the most wasteful attack in the league up to this point (4 goals/6.8 xG, four times to the woodwork). Could it click? Sure. But history says City's midfield three will boss United's pivot two, and with Taylor letting play flow (he averages about 2 yellows in this derby), that usually means fewer interruptions for the underdog to exploit

[SOKO-DEKE]

Next week, Manchester United will face Manchester City. I think this match will be very exciting and also a bit funny. Because basically, these two teams are big teams in the Premier League, and funny enough, both of these teams are currently in poor form. So with that, I think this match will be very exciting. Because basically, the team that loses this match will certainly fall to the bottom of the Premier League standings. Because currently, Manchester United is in 9th place, while Manchester City is in 13th place in the Premier League. So with that, it is clear that the team that loses this match will drop drastically in the standings. So which team will you support in this match, because a match like this will certainly be very exciting to bet on. I might try my luck by betting on Manchester United. Although it doesn't match my heart's desire, but I think Manchester United might pull off a bit of a surprise in this match. So that's why I will bet on Manchester United only in this match.

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Both teams are currently struggling, as they are both sitting at the bottom of the table, but judging by their performances, I'm more confident that Manchester United will perform better in this match. I'm not saying Manchester City will play worse, but their consistency has been declining recently, and Manchester United seems to be performing more convincingly.
I don't know, maybe it's just a feeling, as this match is quite difficult to predict, and my prediction could be wrong... but if Manchester United is able to win this match then it will be a big blow for Manchester City.

As for me, I think both teams have the same chance to win the game because the level of their performances seems to be about the same. However, both teams are really struggling at the moment, so I feel that whichever team wins the match, it will just be a matter of luck.Let’s just wait and see what happens on that day. Maybe one team will surprise us with their performance, perhaps by showing up in great form especially a team like Manchester City. The reason I have that kind of confidence in Manchester City is because of the type of players they still have. They really have better players, but I don’t know why they are finding it difficult to get back to their top form.But honestly, it wouldn’t be a surprise to me if either team wins, because I’m aware that both teams are currently not in great form.

[Dzwaafu11]

Manchester United have spent a lot of money this season to bring in quality players, on the contrary, I have not seen Manchester City spend that much money. You must have seen how Manchester City performed last season and Manchester City will play the same team as last season so Manchester City's performance this season will not change much from last season. There is a match between the two Manchester clubs and I think this match will be an exciting match. Those who used to bet on Manchester City in the match between Manchester City vs Manchester United until last season will not bet on Manchester City this season because Manchester United can perform better than Manchester City this season. I myself am also waiting to see the performance of these two Manchester clubs and I will completely refrain from betting on this match.

Wait, Manchester United spent a lot of money during the just concluded transfer window and some of us didn't know? If Manchester United spent a lot of money in the transfer, what then will you say clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal spent in the window. Manchester United was supposed to spend in restoring their squad this summer but they failed to do that.

Manchester United are still yet to take the possible steps to restore this club's performance; they seem like they are not really ready to work for this club because they have been trying to get new players from last season, the same as this season.

I think they are supposed to understand that since things are not working with all the changes they are making, they should make sure every possible error has been corrected before the start of the season, but United failed to make good arrangements for this club. Many weak positions need to be fixed in that club; without that, they will continue experiencing bad performances.

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Actually, if we look closely, Manchester City performance last season wasn't that bad. It's just that the fans' expectations were too high, hoping that their favorite club, Manchester City, would come home as champions and finish the season by lifting the trophy. Also, their defense wasn't at its best. This was one of the main reasons Manchester City suffered defeats, because even though the attack could be sharp, the defense wasn't strong enough. It's like trying to fill a container with water, but the container has holes. This season, hopefully they can perform more consistently than last season. Pep Guardiola can certainly bring Manchester City back to the pinnacle of success like in previous years.

Pep is trying his best even though it does not seem enough but there is a limit to the much he can achieve actually, and seeing that he is gradually getting apps his prime which most fans may not be putting into consideration because for them it is about how the game makes them feel but if we are to technically look at them and their strength we will agree that it will just be best to drop all expectations and just allow them play and also enjoy the games as much as we can but chances are that something good will be achieved by city this season.

[sokani]

I think it will be very difficult for Nicolas Jackson to break into this Bayern team and playing ahead of Harry Kane. The possibility of reaching the mark of games started this is so slim, it is obvious Bayern Munich have no plans of taking Jackson permanently at the end of the season that is why they have put in such an unrealistic condition.

I don't know why he accepted such a deal. He's going to get fewer opportunities because of Harry Kane's fine form and will miss a couple of matches when he represents Senegal in the AFCON later this year. So there's no way he can play in 40 matches for Bayern this season, except if Kane picks up a lengthy injury. IMO, there's nothing good about the loan deal. If he fails to reach the mark, he will be shipped back to Chelsea and be put up for sale again.

[Amphenomenon]

Postecogulu can maybe keep them mid table and is not like Nuno Espirito men were infallible, looking at their performance towards last season ending till now.

Ange Postecoglou in his face season won't be in too much pressure, not relegating at least can still make him remain as manager but I think what majority of the fans will be hoping for is him helping them to lift the Conference League trophy this season.

Nottingham appointed Postecoglou as their new manager replacing Nuno Espirito with greater ambition and expectations. So I was wrong to say that Postecoglou wouldn't feel pressure in his first season on the contrary, this season Forest have returned to European competition after a long absence. If you say that at least they won't be relegated this season that actually poses a threat to Postecoglou because Forest recruited him to improve their team's standing and at least qualify for the Champions League. Moreover Postecoglou has stated that he came to Forest with a high ambition to lead Forest back to the Conference League trophy.

Even still he was still having high ambition at Tottenham and most coaches are like that but it doesn't mean things will just go well for them. He is coming after t er the transfer window let's not gdt our hopes high.

Interestingly Postecoglou's first challenge is against Arsenal. Can he beat Arsenal tomorrow with his strategy? Moreover, his strategy is attacking. Although he knows this will be dangerous against Arsenal, with an attacking strategy, he will have a chance to score and secure victory.

Arsenal are going to win, don't expect much from Nottingham Forest on this especially from the fact that they lost their last match before the international break against Liverpool and the way they lost definitely would annoyed them.

[coinlocket$]

Almost time.

Saturday 13th September 2025
3pm   AFC Bournemouth   v   Brighton & Hove Albion
12.30pm   Arsenal   v   Nottingham Forest
8pm   Brentford   v   Chelsea
3pm   Crystal Palace   v   Sunderland
3pm   Everton   v   Aston Villa
3pm   Fulham   v   Leeds United
3pm   Newcastle United   v   Wolverhampton Wanderers
5.30pm   West Ham United   v   Tottenham Hotspur
 
Sunday 14th September 2025
2pm   Burnley   v   Liverpool
4.30pm   Manchester City   v   Manchester United
 

City vs Manchester ofcourse will be the game of the day.
With City underperforming United may have a chance after all.

Source: https://www.footballwebpages.co.uk/premier-league/fixtures-results

[Jegileman]

Arsenal are the favorites against Nottingham Forest, but a surprise result is also possible. The biggest reason for this possibility is Arsenal's high match intensity. They may not play some players for the full 90 minutes, which could create tactical challenges. Of course, I'm not 100% certain that any team will win, but Arsenal have a strong squad, and while they may struggle a bit, I think they will win. I think it will be a high-scoring match.

Most of Arsenal first eleven players will be coming from international duties, so I’m not sure they will all play them full time in this match. Technically, Arsenal is the better team in this match, and have the best squad to excel in this match. Nottingham Forest most players have been training for this match, so they’re equally at advantage of winning the match if Arsenal don’t get to house all their best players in this match. The outcome of this match may be unknown but I still feel Arsenal has the higher chance of prevailing in this match than Nottingham Forest will.

Wait, Manchester United spent a lot of money during the just concluded transfer window and some of us didn't know? If Manchester United spent a lot of money in the transfer, what then will you say clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal spent in the window. Manchester United was supposed to spend in restoring their squad this summer but they failed to do that.

The money they spent in the transfer window was already showing them they’ve already equipped their squad the more and will get to be better than last season in this newly started season. Manchester United are on a trail of receiving their old self, they can’t see the change happening in just one season but will be a gradual and progressive move for them if they strive for it this season. Chelsea was able to do that gradually, so Manchester United can also, they just needs to take things slowly and calmly while striving to be the best in the premier league this season.

[Sexylizzy2813]

Almost time.

4.30pm   Manchester City   v   Manchester United
 

City vs Manchester ofcourse will be the game of the day.
With City underperforming United may have a chance after all.

The Manchester derby is the game of the week and I can't really say I'd trust City to get all 3pt in this encounter because from how both teams have played it seems like they'll only play a boring football meanwhile we're expecting something exciting in that game. City can be the favorite as usual but I think both teams are having same strength, the Citizens can't dominate Man UTD in this game. The Red Devils are really looking for a way to show that they're not like they were last campaign and this is a new chapter but my problem is for the manager Amorim to do the right thing by setting his boys in the right position because I don't see Pep Guardiola doing much to get something in this game since Man UTD isn't as strong as they are suppose to be so it might look like a walkover for the City fans, which I doubt.

[Derekfunds]

Almost time.

4.30pm   Manchester City   v   Manchester United
 

City vs Manchester ofcourse will be the game of the day.
With City underperforming United may have a chance after all.

The Manchester derby is the game of the week and I can't really say I'd trust City to get all 3pt in this encounter because from how both teams have played it seems like they'll only play a boring football meanwhile we're expecting something exciting in that game. City can be the favorite as usual but I think both teams are having same strength, the Citizens can't dominate Man UTD in this game. The Red Devils are really looking for a way to show that they're not like they were last campaign and this is a new chapter but my problem is for the manager Amorim to do the right thing by setting his boys in the right position because I don't see Pep Guardiola doing much to get something in this game since Man UTD isn't as strong as they are suppose to be so it might look like a walkover for the City fans, which I doubt.

We can not really tell what will be the outcome of the match because just like you said both team strength are almost equal due to some slack in pep Guardiola coaching and I'm sure he is trying his possible best to fix up everything but it will take him a lot of time and at same time, I don't think Amorim will either get all the 3 points even though Manchester city is not good. But I believe both side will show their strength in order to emerge as the winner  and regardless of their form I think the match will be interesting because their will be this zeal to dominate.

[Stable090]

Arsenal are the favorites against Nottingham Forest, but a surprise result is also possible.

I also have the feelings that Arsenal will be getting a win in the match, it’s going to be a tough match for the two teams, but I think Arsenal should be able to get a win in the match. Nottingham forest are currently facing some challenges right now, they just sacked their coach, and am sure that’s really going to affect them in their match against Arsenal, but just as you said, we might end up seeing a suprise result in the match, but I expect a win from Arsenal, and if they can’t get a win in the match, then the match might just end as a draw, but am not expecting a win from Nottingham forest in the match.

[Egii Nna]

The Manchester derby is the game of the week and I can't really say I'd trust City to get all 3pt in this encounter because from how both teams have played it seems like they'll only play a boring football meanwhile we're expecting something exciting in that game. City can be the favorite as usual but I think both teams are having same strength, the Citizens can't dominate Man UTD in this game. The Red Devils are really looking for a way to show that they're not like they were last campaign and this is a new chapter but my problem is for the manager Amorim to do the right thing by setting his boys in the right position because I don't see Pep Guardiola doing much to get something in this game since Man UTD isn't as strong as they are suppose to be so it might look like a walkover for the City fans, which I doubt.

Well, even though Manchester City are favorites to win, I still think the Red Devils might display some unexpected performance in the game, because their coach, Amorim, had a nice record of winning against Pep. But it might not be the case this time around, because we can’t really expect anything extraordinary from any of them.

Manchester United might see an opportunity to show what we should expect from them this season in this game, and I also just hope Amorim makes the right decision about the position he should place each of his players. Well, we wait for the matchday to see how they will play and who ends up winning.

[Abdulzuruku01]

The Manchester derby is the game of the week and I can't really say I'd trust City to get all 3pt in this encounter because from how both teams have played it seems like they'll only play a boring football meanwhile we're expecting something exciting in that game. City can be the favorite as usual but I think both teams are having same strength, the Citizens can't dominate Man UTD in this game. The Red Devils are really looking for a way to show that they're not like they were last campaign and this is a new chapter but my problem is for the manager Amorim to do the right thing by setting his boys in the right position because I don't see Pep Guardiola doing much to get something in this game since Man UTD isn't as strong as they are suppose to be so it might look like a walkover for the City fans, which I doubt.

Manchester United's performance is different from last season's because they have improved, but their coach has been the reason they haven't shown any improvement in their games, which is why I won't have confidence in them to win this match. I see this match as equal chances because they are both not in good shape, so I feel either can win. However, considering their strengths, I think Manchester City are the favorites due to their solid defense and midfield. And again they'll have a significant advantage playing at home in front of their fans.