⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Oluwa-btc]

Crystal Palace vs Liverpool

Before entering new season usually Premier league has a game between the winner of FA Cup against Premier league winner and this game will be held on sunday this week and i haven't check the odds for them but i will assume Liverpool is the favourite with low odds
Liverpool have done well so far this summer because they were very active to buy the players and the new players such as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike can perform as expected by the coach and during pre season too Liverpool only lost from AC Milan so i am waiting their debut in this game to help Liverpool gets their first trophy this season

Arne Slots Liverpool is capable of running down the eagles on Sunday but then football can always hit you up with lots of surprises. I expect them to be up to the task in the Premier League Competition regardless. They have done quite well against good sides in the pre-season games. They have good qualities to withstand this Crystal Palace side who solved Pep Guardiola and his tactics but it will be a tough ride. A good chance to monitor their linked player  ( Guéhi ).

[Adbitco]

Arne Slots Liverpool is capable of running down the eagles on Sunday but then football can always hit you up with lots of surprises. I expect them to be up to the task in the Premier League Competition regardless. They have done quite well against good sides in the pre-season games. They have good qualities to withstand this Crystal Palace side who solved Pep Guardiola and his tactics but it will be a tough ride. A good chance to monitor their linked player  ( Guéhi ).

I'm just keen on what the Liverpool signing, Florin Wirtz said, that one of the reasons why he joined Liverpool "i came because I thought I could fit into this team" he said his happy  and enjoying his week in the club and he further added that "his a player who needs freedom in the pitch" from this, I think he likes the free role kind of positions where he can move to any position at any point in time during the game. Let's see how he performs this season because a lot will be expected from the team in general.

[Promocodeudo]

Chelsea have been very active in the transfer window, and even now, Chelsea still have interest in several players (Xavi Simons and Garnacho), and it is very likely that Chelsea will try to sign one of them or maybe both of them. It does seem like a waste because so much money has been spent, but if what they get can match their expectations (or even better), then the big expense will be well worth it and worth trying. Enzo Maresca was luckier than Amorim because he had full support and sound finances. Therefore, he can bring in the players he wants, while Amorim has to be patient and sell players first.

That's the problem, Amorim has to sell players first but it will be unfair for anyone to blame him if anything go wrong next season because since he has been able to get some few players, I know that manchester United are just going after players that will take up the  strategic position but lets see how such decision serves them well then, Chelsea is making sure that they sign players that will do the job with the existing players next season and I think that's what teams that want to get it rigythas to do although in the case of Manchester United I think they might be lacking the funds to do so then I ask with the players they have been able to brings hope it wouldn't be just a stress on the manager because that man is important to me, they shouldn't just stress him because he wasn't the cause of whats befallen the team right now.

[Volgastallion]

Garnacho on Chelsea list? I dont see it coming and i dont think is a good trade, but maybe if they can make him good again can be worth the try.

About manchester united i dont see them shining in this season, i see the same stupid and poor team from the last season, nothing has changed unless some of their reinforcements wants to become heros.

[Stormisover]

About Garnacho, all I know is that he is very likely to sign for Chelsea. He doesn't want to leave the PL right now. Napoli was an option before but the talks didn't progress more so here we are.

Yes he is very likely to sign a contract with Chelsea Football Club because we can see that Chelsea is progressing on a personal level at this stage. Everyone can probably already see that many clubs are trying to submit bids for this Manchester United player but this Argentine player does not want to leave the PL in his mind. Besides the reference to this Manchester United player is showing a difference because Men You Boss mentioned that he expects differences with different leadership. However Chelsea have two players in their sights but at this stage it appears that the discussions regarding Simon are progressing much better.

I think Chelsea are currently focused on outgoing player this week, we saw the like of KDH going to Everton for his medical today and also ugochukwu left for burnley for his medical also. Dortmond held talks about chukwuemeka also and it seems to be progressing well, from all indications the deal should be finalized this week. So after that chelsea will now advance talk for both Xavi Simons and Garnacho. Both players only want chelsea, they like the club project and personal terms for xavi is also agreed. The summer transfer is far from over as every team are looking to improve their team in the best way possible.

The blues have been indeed been active in the transfer market with several players moving in and out, from i could i think the KDH's move to Everton and Ugochukwu potential transfer to Burnley which they are suggesting Chelsea should streamline there squad, this was stated that Xavi Simon and Garnacho's reported interest in joining Chelsea which i think could strengthing Chelsea.

Deep down this departure of Ganacho is really not a good idea for Ruben amorin, ganacho is a good talent and a promising young player, if at all he's change in character lately I think it's something the coach should sit and talk about it and watch him if he continue with the character than selling him off, ganacho is a player that always finds his way to break through defense tho his not really that good in terms of finishing but but going through defense is kinda his kind of things, and he's presence on the pitch is kinda a threat, so in my own opinion I think Ruben amorin should just reconsider this move, this is the same thing Erik ten hang was doing till Manchester United is in this state I pray it won't repeat with amorin's time.

[Luzin]

From https://www.nytimes.com/ analyzes the majority of the top 6 teams buying players from the EPL. Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha joined Manchester United, Mohammed Kudus joined Spurs (top left), Joao Pedro (top right), and Liam Delap to Chelsea. Then there's Milos Kerkez to Liverpool, Rayan Ait-Nouri to Manchester City, and Christian Norgaard to Arsenal. The argument is that domestic academies produce better talent - young English teams have won international tournaments. Do you agree with this?

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6536168/2025/08/05/transfers-nicolas-jackson-chelsea-u-s-premier-league-owners/

[TastyChillySauce00]

Crystal Palace vs Liverpool

Before entering new season usually Premier league has a game between the winner of FA Cup against Premier league winner and this game will be held on sunday this week and i haven't check the odds for them but i will assume Liverpool is the favourite with low odds
Liverpool have done well so far this summer because they were very active to buy the players and the new players such as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike can perform as expected by the coach and during pre season too Liverpool only lost from AC Milan so i am waiting their debut in this game to help Liverpool gets their first trophy this season

Am feeling Liverpool to win the game. So i bet on them this time. They clearly favorite as they have superior squad compared to the Palace. However, they missed some key players, but potentially to win the game. I don't wanna put so much hope to their new striker because he's still remain unproven. Only hope their new striker, Ekitike can help them to cook.
I believe Salah will be their key to carry the game. As long as they have him, they won't be losing to the Palace.

[Bobrox]

Deep down this departure of Ganacho is really not a good idea for Ruben amorin, ganacho is a good talent and a promising young player, if at all he's change in character lately I think it's something the coach should sit and talk about it and watch him if he continue with the character than selling him off, ganacho is a player that always finds his way to break through defense tho his not really that good in terms of finishing but but going through defense is kinda his kind of things, and he's presence on the pitch is kinda a threat, so in my own opinion I think Ruben amorin should just reconsider this move, this is the same thing Erik ten hang was doing till Manchester United is in this state I pray it won't repeat with amorin's time.

Garnacho's future remains uncertain at this time, after being dropped from the first team by Ruben Amorim and left out of Manchester United's pre-season tour, he has yet to find a new club. Linked with Chelsea but until nowadays both side not reach agreement deal and Chelsea announce for pushing transfer Xavi Ximos from RB Leipzig. It seems Garnacho doesn't fit into Ruben Amorim's scheme and currently Manchester United has few options in the winger position, making Garnacho lose his main position.

Sadly if Garnacho not get any club for next season and he was loss regular place at Manchester United after Ruben Amorim withdraw him squad team, maybe he can accept offer from outside top fourth premier league team such as moving to Everton, Tottenham Hotspur or playing for Aston Villa.

[Stormisover]

Crystal Palace vs Liverpool

Before entering new season usually Premier league has a game between the winner of FA Cup against Premier league winner and this game will be held on sunday this week and i haven't check the odds for them but i will assume Liverpool is the favourite with low odds
Liverpool have done well so far this summer because they were very active to buy the players and the new players such as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike can perform as expected by the coach and during pre season too Liverpool only lost from AC Milan so i am waiting their debut in this game to help Liverpool gets their first trophy this season

Am feeling Liverpool to win the game. So i bet on them this time. They clearly favorite as they have superior squad compared to the Palace. However, they missed some key players, but potentially to win the game. I don't wanna put so much hope to their new striker because he's still remain unproven. Only hope their new striker, Ekitike can help them to cook.
I believe Salah will be their key to carry the game. As long as they have him, they won't be losing to the Palace.

You know in a game of soccer anything can actually happen, Liverpool seems to be the favorite to win the trophy yes because they've got all it takes to win it with some quality players, but you never can write crystal palace off, remember Manchester City also got all it takes to have won the FA cup but the unexpected happened likewise Paris saint Germain game against Chelsea where Paris saint Germain got all it takes to win the game but same thing happened to, so you never can tell Crystal Palace might still shock the world for the second time you know.

[Toro iskandar]

Am feeling Liverpool to win the game. So i bet on them this time. They clearly favorite as they have superior squad compared to the Palace. However, they missed some key players, but potentially to win the game. I don't wanna put so much hope to their new striker because he's still remain unproven. Only hope their new striker, Ekitike can help them to cook.
I believe Salah will be their key to carry the game. As long as they have him, they won't be losing to the Palace.

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

[CryptoBuds]

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

Crystal palace is not a very strong team. But in this kind of match any team can suddenly become strong. Liverpool will definitely want to win the Community Shield. And I believe Arne slot will form his best XI in this match to win against Crystal palace.

Liverpool will definitely not consider Crystal palace as weak. We saw Liverpool's excellent performance against Athletic Bilbao in yesterday's match. Liverpool won the match even after playing with a second-rate squad. So if Liverpool plays with their best XI, their overall performance will be stronger and more organized. I am willing to bet on Liverpool to win.

[KingsDen]

Am feeling Liverpool to win the game. So i bet on them this time. They clearly favorite as they have superior squad compared to the Palace. However, they missed some key players, but potentially to win the game. I don't wanna put so much hope to their new striker because he's still remain unproven. Only hope their new striker, Ekitike can help them to cook.
I believe Salah will be their key to carry the game. As long as they have him, they won't be losing to the Palace.

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

I do not think and I do not expect Crystal palace to do much about this match. Crystal palace doesn't have the capacity to pull surprises in this final, rather they will be the recieving end.
Liverpool is clearly the favourite as they have a more formidable squad than Palace. Besides they have things to prove this season. They have many expectations from us due to how much they spent in the market. So, they should start with this one to make us believe they are serious for business.
It is not good to count anyone out, but Palace being demoted from Europa league is a very big demotivation to perform.

[ndutndut]

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

Crystal palace is not a very strong team. But in this kind of match any team can suddenly become strong. Liverpool will definitely want to win the Community Shield. And I believe Arne slot will form his best XI in this match to win against Crystal palace.

Liverpool will definitely not consider Crystal palace as weak. We saw Liverpool's excellent performance against Athletic Bilbao in yesterday's match. Liverpool won the match even after playing with a second-rate squad. So if Liverpool plays with their best XI, their overall performance will be stronger and more organized. I am willing to bet on Liverpool to win.

Liverpool are certainly favored in this match because they have a superior squad than Crystal Palace. Liverpool will use the Community Shield as a trophy to boost their confidence before the start of the Premier League season, and it will also motivate Liverpool's new players to win their first trophy since joining during this summer's transfer window.

Crystal shouldn't be underestimated either, as they reached this final thanks to their FA Cup victory over Man City, and they want to prove they deserve to be here. Liverpool must remain cautious in anticipating Crystal counter attacks in the upcoming match, as they often create surprises from counter attacks. If I were betting I would also bet on a Liverpool win. My prediction is a 3-1 Liverpool victory.

[sotelorene]

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

Crystal palace is not a very strong team. But in this kind of match any team can suddenly become strong. Liverpool will definitely want to win the Community Shield. And I believe Arne slot will form his best XI in this match to win against Crystal palace.

Liverpool will definitely not consider Crystal palace as weak. We saw Liverpool's excellent performance against Athletic Bilbao in yesterday's match. Liverpool won the match even after playing with a second-rate squad. So if Liverpool plays with their best XI, their overall performance will be stronger and more organized. I am willing to bet on Liverpool to win.

Liverpool performance this pre season is really commendable I mean winning Athletic Bilbao twice a day is really crazy it shows how good Liverpool is but we can not compare Athletic Bilbao to Crystal palace and so the fact that Liverpool won them twice doesn't mean they will win crystal palace for sure no. Please don't get me wrong I'm not actually saying Liverpool can not win crystal palace rather I'm saying we can not judge based on what Liverpool played other team we all know how funny and unpredictable football can be a times but anything is possible in the game of football.

[TelolettOm]

Garnacho's future remains uncertain at this time, after being dropped from the first team by Ruben Amorim and left out of Manchester United's pre-season tour, he has yet to find a new club. Linked with Chelsea but until nowadays both side not reach agreement deal and Chelsea announce for pushing transfer Xavi Ximos from RB Leipzig. It seems Garnacho doesn't fit into Ruben Amorim's scheme and currently Manchester United has few options in the winger position, making Garnacho lose his main position.

Yes, but it's been said that Chelsea wants both Garnacho and Xavi Simon, if possible. They're to fill the goalkeeper and attacking midfielder positions. Both Garnacho and Xavi Simons are aiming to join Chelsea.
So, it remains to be seen how negotiations progress and determine the outcome.

At least, the two signings are done before closing the transfer window.

Source: Chelsea are pushing to sign both Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho

[boltz]

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

Crystal palace is not a very strong team. But in this kind of match any team can suddenly become strong. Liverpool will definitely want to win the Community Shield. And I believe Arne slot will form his best XI in this match to win against Crystal palace.

Liverpool will definitely not consider Crystal palace as weak. We saw Liverpool's excellent performance against Athletic Bilbao in yesterday's match. Liverpool won the match even after playing with a second-rate squad. So if Liverpool plays with their best XI, their overall performance will be stronger and more organized. I am willing to bet on Liverpool to win.

Palace has been slowly grinding EPL for some years now and this team has reached maturity in almost every sector and I think they will be able to get in top 7 this year , right ? While Liverpool wants to win this game , I'm sure Palace has prepare something special for this game too and personally I'm rooting for Palace to win and lift the trophy. Also , the odds are also not great at all to bet on Liverpool...but under 3.5 goals could be a nice if you want to bet. 

[Obari]

Garnacho's future remains uncertain at this time, after being dropped from the first team by Ruben Amorim and left out of Manchester United's pre-season tour, he has yet to find a new club. Linked with Chelsea but until nowadays both side not reach agreement deal and Chelsea announce for pushing transfer Xavi Ximos from RB Leipzig. It seems Garnacho doesn't fit into Ruben Amorim's scheme and currently Manchester United has few options in the winger position, making Garnacho lose his main position.

Ruben Amorim is building something tangible here and will not let things play off his cards, he's in control and been the manager for the Red Devils, he has more tangible results to fulfilled. Amorim is doing his best from his side and the players should help me achieve his goals because winning becomes very compulsory. Alejandro Gernacho was key frontline for the Red Devils but what are we watching him perform today? He's simply not meeting up the expectations of the cub and the fans, this puts the Argentina international in a compromising position where there's absolutely every tendency to doubt.

Chelsea is involved in the race to sign Garnacho, he's definitely going to suit into the system and they're also going for Xavi, best players do deserves to play for the best competing team in Europe. Chelsea are qualified and playing in every elite tournaments next season.

[Futurexxx]

Yes, but it's been said that Chelsea wants both Garnacho and Xavi Simon, if possible. They're to fill the goalkeeper and attacking midfielder positions. Both Garnacho and Xavi Simons are aiming to join Chelsea.
So, it remains to be seen how negotiations progress and determine the outcome.

At least, the two signings are done before closing the transfer window.

Source: Chelsea are pushing to sign both Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho

These are deals I expect Chelsea to complete easily if they wishes to, what I think is holding up this deal is the outgoing, they are trying to sell off the unwanted players already at the club which has made their squad to be bogust already, so till they find a buyer for the higher earners like Raheem sterling and Ben chilwel, I don't think they will complete this xabi Simon and garnacho deal just yet because they have to create space for them if they must be signed, besides they already have a lot of quality players in their attacking ranks, so even if they didn't succeed in signing these players, they will still be ok going into this upcoming season.
The reason they are still eying this guy's is that they are going to be playing in the uefa champions league this season, so they need the best possible quality, because they believe that they can go toe too toe with the best around, because right now, Chelsea are world champions, so they have to prove that they are truly deserving of their status as world champion.

[TastyChillySauce00]

Am feeling Liverpool to win the game. So i bet on them this time. They clearly favorite as they have superior squad compared to the Palace. However, they missed some key players, but potentially to win the game. I don't wanna put so much hope to their new striker because he's still remain unproven. Only hope their new striker, Ekitike can help them to cook.
I believe Salah will be their key to carry the game. As long as they have him, they won't be losing to the Palace.

You know in a game of soccer anything can actually happen, Liverpool seems to be the favorite to win the trophy yes because they've got all it takes to win it with some quality players, but you never can write crystal palace off, remember Manchester City also got all it takes to have won the FA cup but the unexpected happened likewise Paris saint Germain game against Chelsea where Paris saint Germain got all it takes to win the game but same thing happened to, so you never can tell Crystal Palace might still shock the world for the second time you know.

I know, that's why i picked Liverpool as my choice. I'm relying not only with the probability, but the squad, history, and anything. I know Liverpool has been superior compared to their opponent. So i tries to minimize the risk in getting a lose.
They get more advantage as Palace lose many of their players. I don't think they can struggle to beat Palace.

[Jostern]

Looking at Liverpool's plans for next season, I also think they will win this final.
Of course, we shouldn't underestimate Palace, even though they're not particularly convincing, but in a crucial match like this, Palace can emerge as a formidable force.
I also don't expect the new players to deliver instant results, but seeing Hugo Ekitiké's commitment makes me confident he will assist Mohamed Salah in scoring the winner.
I'd undoubtedly bet more on this match because the odds are so good.

Crystal palace is not a very strong team. But in this kind of match any team can suddenly become strong. Liverpool will definitely want to win the Community Shield. And I believe Arne slot will form his best XI in this match to win against Crystal palace.

Liverpool will definitely not consider Crystal palace as weak. We saw Liverpool's excellent performance against Athletic Bilbao in yesterday's match. Liverpool won the match even after playing with a second-rate squad. So if Liverpool plays with their best XI, their overall performance will be stronger and more organized. I am willing to bet on Liverpool to win.

Liverpool performance this pre season is really commendable I mean winning Athletic Bilbao twice a day is really crazy it shows how good Liverpool is but we can not compare Athletic Bilbao to Crystal palace and so the fact that Liverpool won them twice doesn't mean they will win crystal palace for sure no. Please don't get me wrong I'm not actually saying Liverpool can not win crystal palace rather I'm saying we can not judge based on what Liverpool played other team we all know how funny and unpredictable football can be a times but anything is possible in the game of football.

Liverpool have been very good recently in pre-season, but we shouldn’t be looking at the pre-season games which I think doesn’t really mean so much its mainly for preparation and building fitness, and also trying to integrate new players into the team and build confidence and implementing new tactics, Preseason is mainly a time for recovery. Well it’s not a secret that Liverpool is a very good team, and coupled with the signings they have made I expect Liverpool to be very very strong this season.

Crystal Palace is a very strong team to play against is more like a season opener, and we’re all going to see different players new players who will be trying to show themselves, but on paper people will expect Liverpool to beat Crystal Palace, but sometimes football is unpredictable and the bookmakers are quite wrong sometimes, I think it’s going to be a very strong game and I’m expecting Liverpool to come out on-top by winning the FA Community Shield.