Whale.io 🐳 | ⚽ English Premier League Season: 2025/2026

[tokeweed]

Wdym not anytime soon?  Guardiola's contract ends at the end of next season.  You think he's gonna sign for another extension?

As for me, I think he'll go for his second sabbatical and think of his options after his stint at Man City.  He'll prolly go for international football or something...  Would love to see him go back at Barca tho but that's a long shot.

Does Pep look like someone who likes to take vacation? He hasn't been without a job since he left Bacelona; if he ends the season on a higher note he might choose to extend and the club would gladly say yes to that looking at other options on the market right now..

I want him to stay; if Chelsea can't win the league, City should. 

He took a sabbatical for a year after Barcelona.  I think he'll do it again after City.  His stint at Bayern Munich was his easy mode.  The club won everything the could ever could so there's no pressure.  City on the other hand wanted to make history and wanted to be one of the most recognized clubs in the world. 

And Alex Ferguson couldn't even take Guardiola to get out of his sabbatical and join United.  But yeah...  Strong feeling Guardiola will take break.  If only there was a place to make a bet like that, I would.

[igebotz]

He took a sabbatical for a year after Barcelona.  I think he'll do it again after City.  His stint at Bayern Munich was his easy mode.  The club won everything the could ever could so there's no pressure.  City on the other hand wanted to make history and wanted to be one of the most recognized clubs in the world. 

And Alex Ferguson couldn't even take Guardiola to get out of his sabbatical and join United.  But yeah...  Strong feeling Guardiola will take break.  If only there was a place to make a bet like that, I would.

You're right, the media talked about Enzo Maresca to Manchester city again this week if Pep leaves at the end of this season and today, Enzo Fernandez to Manchester city rumors are all over the place; that's some kind of Enzo Maresca underground transfer going on. He isn't the kind of Pep's player; Enzo Maresca has started making moves.

Enzo Fernandez was his favorite player, he made him the assist captain - it's not a coincidence.

[tokeweed]

^  And tbh, I'd like to see Guardiola go and see something new for Man City.  That at least would give the EPL fans something new to look forward to.  Well for me it would be that.    Don't know about you guys.

Anyway, Fulham vs Aston Villa at HT with Fulham leading by a goal.  I had a feeling it would happen, but I wasn't really confident about it.  Was more confident with a BTTS and over 2.5 goals combo.  But it looks like it's gonna be a low scoring match.

[JollyGood]

These are the games taking place today Saturday 25th April:

Liverpool vs Crystal Palace
West Ham United vs Everton
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Tottenham Hotspur
Arsenal vs Newcastle United

RESULT: Fulham 1-0 Aston Villa

Sometimes I feel like these owners are runing some illegal deals with these managers; because it doesn't make sense to keep given these managers a long contract and sacking them a few months later and compensate them.

What happened to signing them on a 2 year contract and allow them to earn more if they prove themselves to the club? Why don't they run the club like others. Someone must be benefiting from these insane compensations

Should have gone a months it's too late to fix any mess we're into right now ; we left the club in a very bad spot, far worse than he met it. Came as a shock but he deserves it.

Rosenior had a break clause in his contract with Chelsea therefore the compensation was minimal. The board made a lot of errors in hiring managers then somehow found the right man in Maresca but he resigned on new years day after not receiving the support from the board he felt he deserved and earned. Maybe the owners should replace the people that keep signing the wrong manager.

[igebotz]

^  And tbh, I'd like to see Guardiola go and see something new for Man City.  That at least would give the EPL fans something new to look forward to.  Well for me it would be that.    Don't know about you guys.

Anyway, Fulham vs Aston Villa at HT with Fulham leading by a goal.  I had a feeling it would happen, but I wasn't really confident about it.  Was more confident with a BTTS and over 2.5 goals combo.  But it looks like it's gonna be a low scoring match.

We all wanted him gone 3 seasons ago but he kept extending and ruining the league - Pep leaving is what everyone wants including some part of the Manchester city fans ; they're bored and want to see something different.

He ruined Klopp's life, man had to run away 

Rosenior had a break clause in his contract with Chelsea therefore the compensation was minimal. The board made a lot of errors in hiring managers then somehow found the right man in Maresca but he resigned on new years day after not receiving the support from the board he felt he deserved and earned. Maybe the owners should replace the people that keep signing the wrong manager.

The new interim guy said he doesn't have a Pro Licence - that's the guy managing Chelsea football club in 2026, we're so ruined  .

[JollyGood]

RESULTS:

Liverpool 3-1 Crystal Palace
West Ham United 2-1 Everton
Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle United

Liverpool move level with Manchester United on 58 points. Slot needed the win because they will try to finish third. Tottenham won at Wolves and West Ham United beat Everton therefore the gap separating both teams is just two points. Arsenal take the lead at the top of the Premier League table again, it will be interesting if Arsenal beat Fulham and go six points clear before Manchester City play.

The new interim guy said he doesn't have a Pro Licence - that's the guy managing Chelsea football club in 2026, we're so ruined  .

That is shocking.

[igebotz]

Liverpool move level with Manchester United on 58 points. Slot needed the win because they will try to finish third. Tottenham won at Wolves and West Ham United beat Everton therefore the gap separating both teams is just two points. Arsenal take the lead at the top of the Premier League table again, it will be interesting if Arsenal beat Fulham and go six points clear before Manchester City play.

The new interim guy said he doesn't have a Pro Licence - that's the guy managing Chelsea football club in 2026, we're so ruined  .

That is shocking.

Aston Villa are paying more attention to Europa than the Top4 at the moment; they're letting Liverpool have it and maybe secure the 5th position for themselves - this way they can still make the CL if they fail to win the Europa league.

It's a risk worth taken - something Arteta also need to do to secure the league title; sacrifice the CL and focus on the league it's simple.

Westham and Totteham are going toe to toe for the last relegation safe zone - exciting days ahead.

[tokeweed]

^  And tbh, I'd like to see Guardiola go and see something new for Man City.  That at least would give the EPL fans something new to look forward to.  Well for me it would be that.    Don't know about you guys.

Anyway, Fulham vs Aston Villa at HT with Fulham leading by a goal.  I had a feeling it would happen, but I wasn't really confident about it.  Was more confident with a BTTS and over 2.5 goals combo.  But it looks like it's gonna be a low scoring match.

We all wanted him gone 3 seasons ago but he kept extending and ruining the league - Pep leaving is what everyone wants including some part of the Manchester city fans ; they're bored and want to see something different.

He ruined Klopp's life, man had to run away 

Nah, not me.  I liked to see up the time at where he is now.  But beyond 2027 season I think it's gonna get boring.  Lol.  And with Klopp, I think he made Guardiola's life miserable than Guardiola made his life miserable.  Lol.

I think Klopp is ahead in matches won in their head to head record.  Not sure tho.  Too lazy to look it up rn.

Anyway...  Looks like City could edge this one out and win the EPL.   

[igebotz]

Nah, not me.  I liked to see up the time at where he is now.  But beyond 2027 season I think it's gonna get boring.  Lol.  And with Klopp, I think he made Guardiola's life miserable than Guardiola made his life miserable.  Lol.

I think Klopp is ahead in matches won in their head to head record.  Not sure tho.  Too lazy to look it up rn.

Anyway...  Looks like City could edge this one out and win the EPL.   

I haven't checked their H2H stats, maybe Jolly could help us with that, but it was Pep that made life miserable for him; if Pep hadn't existed, Klopp would have dominated and walked away with four Premier League titles - I remember Klopp finishing on 99 points and still didn't win the league, whereas many managers won the league on 80 points

Last season, Slot won the title with 84 points; Klopp had more than this in about three seasons and Pep still wouldn't let him win it. He said "he was tired" in his final statement before departing. He tried everything against Pep and nothing worked.

Pep only hobby is football even his wife had to divorce him for being too loyal to football; he does not know how to do anything else.

[JollyGood]

Manchester United, Liverpool and Aston Villa all have 58 points. Brighton are in 6th with 50 points but there are only four games to play therefore unless there is a dismal run of matches for all of them and Brighton go on a winning run, they are going to the Champions League. In that case Emery can take chances in the Premier League as he wants to focus on the Europa League.

Aston Villa are paying more attention to Europa than the Top4 at the moment; they're letting Liverpool have it and maybe secure the 5th position for themselves - this way they can still make the CL if they fail to win the Europa league.

It's a risk worth taken - something Arteta also need to do to secure the league title; sacrifice the CL and focus on the league it's simple.

Westham and Totteham are going toe to toe for the last relegation safe zone - exciting days ahead.

[tokeweed]

Nah, not me.  I liked to see up the time at where he is now.  But beyond 2027 season I think it's gonna get boring.  Lol.  And with Klopp, I think he made Guardiola's life miserable than Guardiola made his life miserable.  Lol.

I think Klopp is ahead in matches won in their head to head record.  Not sure tho.  Too lazy to look it up rn.

Anyway...  Looks like City could edge this one out and win the EPL.   

I haven't checked their H2H stats, maybe Jolly could help us with that, but it was Pep that made life miserable for him; if Pep hadn't existed, Klopp would have dominated and walked away with four Premier League titles - I remember Klopp finishing on 99 points and still didn't win the league, whereas many managers won the league on 80 points

Last season, Slot won the title with 84 points; Klopp had more than this in about three seasons and Pep still wouldn't let him win it. He said "he was tired" in his final statement before departing. He tried everything against Pep and nothing worked.

Pep only hobby is football even his wife had to divorce him for being too loyal to football; he does not know how to do anything else.

It's very close with Guardiola having just one win over Klopp...  But Klopp still inflicted the most losses in Guardiola's overall record as a football manager.   

Klopp is Guardiola's kryptonite.  The man def has his number as I have kept on saying again and again.  Didn't expect Guardiola to have more wins tho.  But it's close and with just a win over Klopp, it's basically 50/50 between them.

[JollyGood]

These are the next set of games taking place:

Friday 1st May
Leeds United vs Burnley

Saturday 2nd May
Brentford vs West Ham United
Newcastle United vs Brighton and Hove Albion
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Sunderland
Arsenal vs Fulham

Sunday 3rd May
Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace
Manchester United vs Liverpool
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Hotspur

Monday 4th May
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest
Everton vs Manchester City

The games to watch are Arsenal at home to Fulham and later Manchester City away at Everton. If Manchester City lose or draw, they could hand Arsenal the title. Arsenal will have the advantage if they beat Fulham. Another game to watch has to be Manchester United hosting Liverpool simply because of the history they have.

[igebotz]

It's very close with Guardiola having just one win over Klopp...  But Klopp still inflicted the most losses in Guardiola's overall record as a football manager.   

Klopp is Guardiola's kryptonite.  The man def has his number as I have kept on saying again and again.  Didn't expect Guardiola to have more wins tho.  But it's close and with just a win over Klopp, it's basically 50/50 between them.

Are we ever going to see Klopp take the manager role again? Seem like he likes the politics part of the work more - just sitting in the office not worrying much about results and flying around the globe to scout players while sitting on a far salary.

Real Madrid teasing Jose Mourinho comeback - what's your take?

The games to watch are Arsenal at home to Fulham and later Manchester City away at Everton. If Manchester City lose or draw, they could hand Arsenal the title. Arsenal will have the advantage if they beat Fulham. Another game to watch has to be Manchester United hosting Liverpool simply because of the history they have.

Moyes might do the nastiest thing against City at home - they're not the ones to play at home at this stage of the season. My money on Everton.

[tokeweed]

^  Klopp likes the politics side of things more..?  If anything my impression of him is the opposite.  He just likes to be on the pitch with his boys and play the best football that they could.

I mean have you seen how the teams he managed play?  Players wouldn't love to run that hard if the manager is just sitting in the office. 

Mourinho to Real Madrid would only work if Rui Faria goes with him.

[igebotz]

^  Klopp likes the politics side of things more..?  If anything my impression of him is the opposite.  He just likes to be on the pitch with his boys and play the best football that they could.

I mean have you seen how the teams he managed play?  Players wouldn't love to run that hard if the manager is just sitting in the office. 

Mourinho to Real Madrid would only work if Rui Faria goes with him.

It appears that way recently because how do I explain to anyone that someone who claims to enjoy the game from the sidelines has been in the inner office and has not attempted to take on any coaching jobs.

He stated he was tired and wanted to rest from the sidelines, but he still accepted a job offer from Red Bull, so I believe he's enjoying that aspect of the game more now.

Rui Faria isn't leaving Portugal role - no way! There's World Cup at the corner.

[tokeweed]

^  Ah yeah...  Klopp's current job is his form of sabbatical from football.    The guy is still weighing his options.  

I think there are two jobs that could entice him to get back into actively managing a team again.  The German football manager position or the Real Madrid manager position..  And I think the latter is more possible than the former since Xabi Alonso was a flop.  

[igebotz]

^  Ah yeah...  Klopp's current job is his form of sabbatical from football.    The guy is still weighing his options. 

I think there are two jobs that could entice him to get back into actively managing a team again.  The German football manager position or the Real Madrid manager position..  And I think the latter is more possible than the former since Xabi Alonso was a flop. 

He earns around 11-12m annually from Red Bull doing nothing much and having plenty of time with some bitches at the beach everytime - that's a dream job for someone at his age.

But I must admit he'd fit in the Real Madrid job perfectly with his direct attacking method with the likes of Mbappe and Vini with extremely good pace. There's still time and alot could still happen.

[JollyGood]

There is one game taking place this evening:

Leeds United vs Burnley

Leeds United have almost secured Premier League status for the next season. They still need points to ensure safety therefore will try to win the match. Burnley are relegated and their manager Scott Parker has left the club by mutual consent therefore will they even put up a fight?

[igebotz]

There is one game taking place this evening:

Leeds United vs Burnley

Leeds United have almost secured Premier League status for the next season. They still need points to ensure safety therefore will try to win the match. Burnley are relegated and their manager Scott Parker has left the club by mutual consent therefore will they even put up a fight?

What were they expecting Scott Parker to perform after signing an old slow Kyle Walker and Chelsea loanee Ugochukwu- magic?  Spent over 100m on players they didn't need and now Scott is getting the blame - now he's gone and they're back in the championship, who's going to help them up now.

The transfer market is so inflated that 100m budget does nothing now

[Sandra_hakeem]

There is one game taking place this evening:

Leeds United vs Burnley

Leeds United have almost secured Premier League status for the next season. They still need points to ensure safety therefore will try to win the match. Burnley are relegated and their manager Scott Parker has left the club by mutual consent therefore will they even put up a fight?

What were they expecting Scott Parker to perform after signing an old slow Kyle Walker and Chelsea loanee Ugochukwu- magic?  Spent over 100m on players they didn't need and now Scott is getting the blame - now he's gone and they're back in the championship, who's going to help them up now.

At least the organizers of the club were not deadbeat to have allowed them suffer without new signings-- they just made wrong picks. Walker is a walking liability. "They're back in the championship, who's going to help them"... To where? That's where they belong mate.What sort of spell is going on with your club? Why am I seeing so many reds on your stats? You're no better than Burnley and I don't understand why you're still lurking among the first 10.

The transfer market is so inflated that 100m budget does nothing now

Players with less potentials are increasingly overpriced, especially in EPL.