⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Litzki1990]

This is a good development from Manchester United. Marcus Rashford to me has been static, he has refused to develop and it's right for Manchester united to cash in on him. Ruben Amorim has to be ruthless with his players,if he wants to achieve success at the club, and he must sell underperforming players that receives huge wages to be able to free space and generate funds to buy players that will align with his vision.

Don't think that Rashford is the player who is the cause of all the troubles for Manchester United, they can of course sell him, but it will not change anything for the better, it will only slightly relieve the wage bill, but will deprive the team of one of the forwards. It would be better for Amorim to try to reveal Rashford's full potential, than to try to sell him so quickly, although if he has already made such a decision, it is clear that he will do it.

The amount of money that Manchester United are keeping Rashford on a year, in fact, if they spend this amount of money, they will get a much better quality player who will certainly perform better than Rashford when he leaves Manchester United. Manchester United have a lot of changes to make, if they are more serious about their team then we will see a lot of changes in Manchester United next season. Manchester United has returned to good performance recently so if quality players can be brought in important places then the performance of this team will reach a better level. Manchester United is playing European League this season due to poor performance last season, if this season they can be between 1st and 5th position in the points table, but they will qualify for the Champions League again, hope the manager keeps that in mind.

[Jossque]

Newcastle managed to defeat Leicester at home. After 4 weeks without a win, Newcastle scored 4 goals against out of form Leicester. Leicester didn't create many chances in the match, while Newcastle dominated the game. Newcastle had 27 shots and could have scored more.
Ipswich managed to defeat their relegation rivals away from home. Wolverhampton should have won this game but they were defeated at home and Ipswich took advantage to move ahead of them.

[jaberwock]

Liverpool played a very interesting game, even with the red card they were able to get a draw against Fulham. Indeed it was really an incredible performance from Liverpool players because considering Fulham performance in the premier league if not for the great experience of Liverpool in that game I think Fulham would have taking the lead, But Liverpool were able to create a chances and secured their title race.

I would say it is not just about Liverpool or arsenal neither, it's something common for most teams to have hard time at the middle of the season because players are tired and there are also a lot of injured players in many teams as well.

PSV lost, Juventus got a tie, Bayern lost, Marseille and Monaco both got ties, Real Madrid got a tie, basically all the teams in the world that supposed to win against easier teams, ended up losing games or getting draws and that's mainly because December is quite tough, specially when it gets closer, so next week or so will be even harder if you ask me. This is why we shouldn't really consider anything further, this is normal to have something like this and we can see these type of unexpected results.

[Oluwa-btc]

Arsenal vs Everton 0-0
Liverpool vs Fulham 2-2

The draw between Arsenal and Everton was something I expected last weekend when they was supposed to go against Liverpool but sadly,  that game was postponed. They celebrated the draw like they won all three points,  I want to see them do better even go high on the premier league standing. Mikel Arteta and his squad need to do better henceforth, I have always supported them but, they give me every reason to say Patrice Evra Is right for what he said about them. Gutted to see them not grabbing 3 points.

[Palakka]

Liverpool played a very interesting game, even with the red card they were able to get a draw against Fulham. Indeed it was really an incredible performance from Liverpool players because considering Fulham performance in the premier league if not for the great experience of Liverpool in that game I think Fulham would have taking the lead, But Liverpool were able to create a chances and secured their title race.

I would say it is not just about Liverpool or arsenal neither, it's something common for most teams to have hard time at the middle of the season because players are tired and there are also a lot of injured players in many teams as well.

PSV lost, Juventus got a tie, Bayern lost, Marseille and Monaco both got ties, Real Madrid got a tie, basically all the teams in the world that supposed to win against easier teams, ended up losing games or getting draws and that's mainly because December is quite tough, specially when it gets closer, so next week or so will be even harder if you ask me. This is why we shouldn't really consider anything further, this is normal to have something like this and we can see these type of unexpected results.

Just like you I also think that the busy schedule has had a bad impact on the big teams in the league, not just the premier league, but we can see how the title challenger teams in the top 5 European leagues actually get bad results after they only have 3 days to rest after playing in the UCL and domestic league, this is why often December, before and after boxing day is a scary weeks for every big team, not because of the possibility of losing or drawing, but the factor of prone to players injury due to tight schedules is actually something that has frightened them so far.

[Adiljutt156]

This season is the third season for Nottingham playing in the Premier League, although in the previous two seasons Nottingham was only a promoted team that was always in the lower zone. But who would have thought that in its third season this season Nottingham would really succeed in competing in the top four zone. Also, about the match that just ended, that Nottingham also fell behind first with Aston Villa's goal in the 63rd minute, but Nottingham who played at home also still had great ambitions until Nottingham still managed to score two goals even though the match was approaching  the final minutes.

Because after all, Nottingham was just able to score a goal in the 87th minute and in injury time 90+3, with results like this, Nottingham remains in fourth position with 28 points but the position is still not safe,  because Manchester City also still has a very big chance to be able to overtake Nottingham because Manchester City also still has one postponed match.

At least, I regret it enough because I gave up my intention to bet on Nottingham to win,  but I still took this moment to keep betting with other options.

Congratulations on your winning, I also don't expect Nottingham playing well in the 2nd half. because I saw that they were quite depressed at the beginning of the first half, especially when they conceded first. But the situation changed after Elanga goal declared offside, I see there is a new spirit that triggers goals to be created. Yes, I don't know what made them rise and turn things around so quickly. I almost back to site and want bet to draw because I am sure the match end with this. But, again, the injury time change everything, Martinez should be play like before, but he could not catch that quick ball form Elanga.

Nottingham Forest  football team played very excellent against Aston Villa football team and that team won the match by doing 2 goals in this match. And Aston Villa football team did only 1 goal in this match. Durán did first goal of the match and after we saw two goals by players of Aston Villa football team. Milenković did second goal of the match and first goal for his team and after his goal score of both teams was equal. Elanga did last goal of the match and he did goal at 93 minutes and he played important role because that match could be draw but that player saved the match from draw.The possession percentage of both teams was good and pass of both teams were excellent and pass accuracy of both teams was comparable.

[BIT-BENDER]

The draw between Arsenal and Everton was something I expected last weekend when they was supposed to go against Liverpool but sadly,  that game was postponed. They celebrated the draw like they won all three points,  I want to see them do better even go high on the premier league standing. Mikel Arteta and his squad need to do better henceforth, I have always supported them but, they give me every reason to say Patrice Evra Is right for what he said about them. Gutted to see them not grabbing 3 points.

Everton came into the game as the underdogs and it's understandable that the celebrated the draw like they won. They came into the game wanting to get anything they can and throughout they played defensively hoping to hot Arsenal on the counter but the game was controlled very well from Arsenal but in my own opinion the did not have a striker of quality to really pressure the Everton defence.
If Arsenal are Hoping to be a contender in the English premier league they need to find a striker of quality who can be a thorn in the flesh of their opposition defence.

[bitgolden]

Robertson looks like the weak spot for Liverpool, while I do agree that he had a better than expected season, the red card is a proof that he is not their strong side, and they need someone better there without a doubt, someone faster, someone quicker there. Aside from that, their defense is too far up, which is fine when they are 11vs11 but when they were missing a player, maybe they could have pulled the defense a bit back, attacking with 10 people do provide some risks, which we have seen in this game.

You can say anything about Liverpool if you want, but you can't say they are playing a boring football, they are really trying to do their very best to provide entertaining football under Arne Slot, which is great to watch.

[Cookdata]

Liverpool played a very interesting game, even with the red card they were able to get a draw against Fulham. Indeed it was really an incredible performance from Liverpool players because considering Fulham performance in the premier league if not for the great experience of Liverpool in that game I think Fulham would have taking the lead, But Liverpool were able to create a chances and secured their title race.

Robertson was quick sent off from the pitch after the red card but they score goal less than 20 minutes after many pressure but since it was there attach that was compromised, three body men couldn't hold down Muniz Rodrigo and Fulham lead them with another goal. However, they never gave up and fought until the end and equalized the goal to end the match as draw in the 86 minutes, this is a game you see top teams played and that's what Liverpool has demonstrated.

They are still leading and that's a good thing, imagine Arne Slot coming to Premier League for the first time and he was able to win Premier League before that corner treak guy Arteta, it's going to be a big banter for Arsenal after all the struggles and yet they couldn't lift the trophy and they have been at the top of the table 3 times now. As for Manchester City performance, I understand there position; if you have been at the peak of your life and everything start falling, you will be hopeless.

[pawel7777]

We're at the half-time of the Manchester Derby and the City lead 1-0 after Gvardiol's header.
I wonder what Guardiola's tactic will be after the break. Will he set his team defensively, hoping to drive the lead till the final whistle and maybe score some more from counter-attacks, or will they be playing aggressively just to make a statement.
Whatever happens, I hope we don't end up with a 1-1 draw. I'd rather have either of them to win than to split points.

[Marvell1]

Nottingham Forest  football team played very excellent against Aston Villa football team and that team won the match by doing 2 goals in this match. And Aston Villa football team did only 1 goal in this match. Durán did first goal of the match and after we saw two goals by players of Aston Villa football team. Milenković did second goal of the match and first goal for his team and after his goal score of both teams was equal. Elanga did last goal of the match and he did goal at 93 minutes and he played important role because that match could be draw but that player saved the match from draw.The possession percentage of both teams was good and pass of both teams were excellent and pass accuracy of both teams was comparable.

We enjoyed a match full of drama. I really don't think Nottingham Forest will be able to win this match till the end. Nottingham Forest's great performance this season has surprised us all. Aston Villa is also a strong team this season. Despite being a strong team, Aston Villa lost to Nottingham Forest in today's match/

Both teams played very carefully in the first half. Neither team conceded a goal in China. Both teams played somewhat defensively. However, the whole scenario changed in the second half after Aston Villa scored. Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran scored in the 63rd minute of the match. After conceding the goal, Nottingham Forest players increased their attack speed.
However, the interesting thing is that Nottingham Forest scored their first goal in the 87th minute of the match. After scoring the first goal in the 87th minute, Elanga scored just 6 minutes later. And Nottingham Forest went ahead in the match with a score of 2-1. Nottingham's players performed very well in today's match as usual.

[Hyphen(-)]

We're at the half-time of the Manchester Derby and the City lead 1-0 after Gvardiol's header.
I wonder what Guardiola's tactic will be after the break. Will he set his team defensively, hoping to drive the lead till the final whistle and maybe score some more from counter-attacks, or will they be playing aggressively just to make a statement.
Whatever happens, I hope we don't end up with a 1-1 draw. I'd rather have either of them to win than to split points.

I knew Manchester City will play aggressively today after some shameful defeat in the Champions League and their draw against Crystal Palace in their last Premier League encounter, and today since they are playing at the Etihad stadium, they will do everything to win the match.

Manchester United on the other hand will play with caution, Amorim will want to maintain in order not to lose his first Manchester Derby, however, it is happening now because City has taken the lead and they keep dominating the match till the end of the first half.

Can Amorim and his team respond to the goal early in the second half?
Or can Pep and his players double the lead as soon as possible?

[Furious 7]

Robertson looks like the weak spot for Liverpool, while I do agree that he had a better than expected season, the red card is a proof that he is not their strong side, and they need someone better there without a doubt, someone faster, someone quicker there. Aside from that, their defense is too far up, which is fine when they are 11vs11 but when they were missing a player, maybe they could have pulled the defense a bit back, attacking with 10 people do provide some risks, which we have seen in this game.

Although in this match Robertson's red card was his own fault for not being able to control the ball well but I don't consider him bad overall just because he made a mistake in this match.

He was indeed one of the reasons for the draw for Liverpool in this week's match but that doesn't mean he's bad overall because in my opinion for this season he still looks quite stable in terms of performance on the pitch even on several occasions he actually became one of the players who contributed enough in providing a move to help Liverpool's attack line in terms of initiation.

The problem of players for Liverpool at this time is actually quite complex because instead of thinking about Robertson now that a replacement must be found, it would be better for them to think about how to keep the players whose contracts are running out at this time especially that it is far more important than the problem for Robertson.

[hyudien]

Nice game The Red Devils you guys worked well, this result hit Pep Guardiola hard for the 2nd time in the hands of Amorim. This was a very exciting comeback, throughout the match it was very intense so outside the guess that there would be 2 quick goals that United did after being 1 goal behind.

[Velvet78]

Nice game The Red Devils you guys worked well, this result hit Pep Guardiola hard for the 2nd time in the hands of Amorim. This was a very exciting comeback, throughout the match it was very intense so outside the guess that there would be 2 quick goals that United did after being 1 goal behind.

Man it was completely unbelievable... I love the Premier League so much because of this kind of things!    I'm not a Manchester United fan but I really loved the way they made that comeback.

Guardiola was scratching his head already after the equalizer due to Nunes' huge mistake. Right after Diallo scored a great goal thanks to an amazing assist by Lisandro Martinez.    I think Diallo was the hero of the game for the Red Devils.

If I'm not wrong it is 1 win in last 11 games or something like that. It is horrible statistics for Manchester City. Until when are they going to continue like this I wonder...

[Spaceman1000$]

Nice game The Red Devils you guys worked well, this result hit Pep Guardiola hard for the 2nd time in the hands of Amorim. This was a very exciting comeback, throughout the match it was very intense so outside the guess that there would be 2 quick goals that United did after being 1 goal behind.

I already told somebody that Manchester City where on a losing spree and Manchester United wouldn't help but also partake in that fest.
Throughout the second half game as Manchester City where winning that 1-0, Manchester United kept on putting on a good attack against Manchester city, it wasn't as usual where City will be winning and still put more pressure on United as they where doing previously.
Kudos to Amad Diallo, that young man has been exceptionally with his contributions to the overall wellbeing of the United team, he was able to cause a penalty and also scored a late minute goal to put united at front, I believe he will be given Man of the Match.

[Fiatless]

Nice game The Red Devils you guys worked well, this result hit Pep Guardiola hard for the 2nd time in the hands of Amorim. This was a very exciting comeback, throughout the match it was very intense so outside the guess that there would be 2 quick goals that United did after being 1 goal behind.

If someone had told me that Manchester United scored two goals in less than three minutes I would have laughed the person to scorn. It was an unbelievable score that broke the hearts of many City fans. But it has uplifted the spirit of United fans. They will begin to build their conviction that Ruben Amorim is the right coach. This is the beginning of the end of the mighty Manchester City. Wonderful comeback from Bruno Fernandes and classic winning goal from Amad Diallo.

[hahay]

Newcastle managed to defeat Leicester at home. After 4 weeks without a win, Newcastle scored 4 goals against out of form Leicester. Leicester didn't create many chances in the match, while Newcastle dominated the game. Newcastle had 27 shots and could have scored more.
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Basically Leicester still has a bad performance and is not entirely good even though, in the previous two matches Ruud van Nistelrooy managed to make Leicester beat West Ham and hold Brighton to a draw. But in fact, in that match Leicester also did not have good statistics that could promise them to be consistent without defeat. So, about Leicester defeat against Newcastle I think it is still a reasonable result, because Leicester really still needs a lot of overhaul by buying players to be able to improve their quality and performance. But about Ruud van Nistelrooy, I personally am still quite confident that Ruud van Nistelrooy will still be successful as time goes by.

[Docnaster]

Nice game The Red Devils you guys worked well, this result hit Pep Guardiola hard for the 2nd time in the hands of Amorim. This was a very exciting comeback, throughout the match it was very intense so outside the guess that there would be 2 quick goals that United did after being 1 goal behind.

Manchester United were the underdogs going into this game but that's the most shocking thing about their win tonight but that they left it late before completing their comeback. After the 80th minute, I had already concluded that Ruben Amorim was going to suffer yet another defeat in the English Premier League but little did I know that the Manchester United players will still energetic enough to complete a comeback. Kudos to whole Manchester United squad for such an incredible performance

[pawel7777]

Full-time result:
Man City 1 - 2 Man United

The game highlights, for those who haven't seen it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFKfe4vSsBk

What an absolutely disastrous last minutes for Pep Guardiola. Horrible mistakes in defense shifted the win to their arch-rivals. The worst possible outcome.

I wonder how much time will the club owners give him to fix performance problems before losing patience. Given the phenomenal work he has done with the club in recent years, he probably still has a lot of credit and trust from owners and fans, but he will have to take some actions in the January transfer window, to let some fresh blood in to turn things around.