⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[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.

[Sim_card]

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.

Liverpool should be able to start their season with a trophy compared to Crystal Palace, because Liverpool have the quality of players and game strategy to outplay their opponent on the pitch. Although, Crystal Palace might want to surprise us and pull a stunt. If Liverpool isn't mean with this match, we might see a different result entirely.

[AirtelBuzz]

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.

Chelsea Football Club have added a large number of players from the transfer market, in my opinion this may have worked out according to their wishes. Even then if this club can sell some players and loan some players out now, maybe they will be able to buy these two players mentioned here. It may be true that the winners of the CWC tournament selected Jorrel Hato as their final addition so my idea perhaps there is a possibility that their offensiveness will increase greatly through this player. You are right that if this English club can find a buyer to sell high-earning players like Raheem Sterling, then maybe they will move forward with the bid for these two players even there may be ample opportunity for Garnacho and Xabi Simon to make significant contributions at Stamford Bridge.

[Cossyblack]

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.

You're right there is no guarantee that Liverpool will actually defeat Crystal Palace this week. it's obvious that both teams are Chiampions so the game is going to be a tough one. Just like you have said, people are underrating Crystal Palace in the upcoming clash against Liverpool forgetting the true facts that Crystal Palace won the FA cup last season. This is how they were underrated until they defeated all other opponents to become winners of the FA cup. It's true that Liverpool has more quality players than crystals Palace but still crystals Palace might defeat Liverpool if care isn't taken serious. It will be better off if Liverpool shouldn't underestimate Crystal Palace in that game because it will be a clash of champions.

[Juicyhome]

Liverpool should be able to start their season with a trophy compared to Crystal Palace, because Liverpool have the quality of players and game strategy to outplay their opponent on the pitch. Although, Crystal Palace might want to surprise us and pull a stunt. If Liverpool isn't mean with this match, we might see a different result entirely.

Mate, football is not played and won by qualify players, if is by quality players do you think crystal palace would have won Manchester city in the FA cup? Its a game of luck, Crystal palace might win this match if Liverpool underrate them. In premier league there is no average team, every team are strong and they can hurt you at any time.

It will be a very difficult match for Liverpool, they have not move on from the death of their team mate Diago Jota, and this will be their  first competitive match.  I pay the best team win in the match. 

[knowngunman]

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.

Manchester united wants a high fee for a player they don't longer want to work with. Chelsea new owner is a business wise person spending carefully in this transfer market. They don't want to go beyond 30ml but Manchester united is demanding for 50ml thou they're also willing to come down lower a bit but Chelsea seems not to prioritise that deal anymore. Tottenham is interested as well but Garnacho prefers Chelsea. Failing to make a move at this transfer market will affect the player performance negatively since he's not fit into Amorin plan. It's heartbreaking to say a young talent like Garnacho wasting on bench.

[Velvet78]

Next week the Premier League is finally going to be underway.  

And we are starting the season with a lovely game like Manchester United - Arsenal.



Here is the odds. Not much surprising. Or maybe Arsenal could have had lower odds considering last season. But probably bookmakers wanted to evaluate it like this because of its being the first game.

I will probably bet on Arsenal win @2.11. I can't wait to watch Gyökeres!  

[JeffBrad12]

Next week the Premier League is finally going to be underway. 

And we are starting the season with a lovely game like Manchester United - Arsenal.



Here is the odds. Not much surprising. Or maybe Arsenal could have had lower odds considering last season. But probably bookmakers wanted to evaluate it like this because of its being the first game.

I will probably bet on Arsenal win @2.11. I can't wait to watch Gyökeres! 

I'd love to see MU to beat Arsenal with their 200m forwards, but sounds impossible, right? I meant their forwards have no good chemistry at this moment. It's too good to be true to expect huge scores from their forward against Arsenal.

On other hand, seeing how small Arsenal odds is just a common sense. It's obvious they will win the game with huge scores. However, the last time i saw their odds was under 2.00, but it's now above 2.11. I agree with you if bookmakers still seem doubt to put their confidence at Arsenal.

[SuperBitMan]

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.

Liverpool should be able to start their season with a trophy compared to Crystal Palace, because Liverpool have the quality of players and game strategy to outplay their opponent on the pitch. Although, Crystal Palace might want to surprise us and pull a stunt. If Liverpool isn't mean with this match, we might see a different result entirely.

Liverpool is very inform and there is no way Crystal Palace we defeat them, it is true that football is sometimes unpredictable however I really don't think Crystal Palace we defeat Liverpool if you check how Liverpool has been playing so far you will see that Liverpool is still very informed than Crystal Palace, and it is also true that small clubs in premier League usually surprised fans because it may turn out that Crystal Palace wins Liverpool but for me I will still maintain the fact that Crystal Palace cannot win Liverpool.
I will bet on Liverpool to win and over 2.5 because I know that a lot of goals will come out from that match I don't even believe Crystal Palace will be able to score Liverpool I believe all the goals will come from Liverpool, some people are saying that since the league has not started that this just a friendly match that Liverpool may not take the match seriously well let's see how it will turn out on the 10th of this month for me I will still bet on Liverpool to win because I believe they will win they are more informed and stronger than Crystal Palace.

[hyudien]

Manchester united wants a high fee for a player they don't longer want to work with. Chelsea new owner is a business wise person spending carefully in this transfer market. They don't want to go beyond 30ml but Manchester united is demanding for 50ml thou they're also willing to come down lower a bit but Chelsea seems not to prioritise that deal anymore. Tottenham is interested as well but Garnacho prefers Chelsea. Failing to make a move at this transfer market will affect the player performance negatively since he's not fit into Amorin plan. It's heartbreaking to say a young talent like Garnacho wasting on bench.

I think Man Utd should have been more prudent in this negotiation, considering Garnacho performance last season. Chelsea offer of that price is perfectly reasonable especially since Man Utd initial purchase price for Garnacho was quite low allowing them to still profit from the sale. The upside is that they could stabilize the club finances. I hope Man Utd will be more open and allow Garnacho to leave soon for the sake of his career.

[BigBos]

Next week the Premier League is finally going to be underway.  

And we are starting the season with a lovely game like Manchester United - Arsenal.



Here is the odds. Not much surprising. Or maybe Arsenal could have had lower odds considering last season. But probably bookmakers wanted to evaluate it like this because of its being the first game.

I will probably bet on Arsenal win @2.11. I can't wait to watch Gyökeres!  

Manchester United will undoubtedly be under a lot of scrutiny, as many people want to see what they can do after last season's disastrous season. This is especially true with the first match, and against Arsenal. This will undoubtedly garner a lot of attention for both Manchester United and Arsenal.

I agree, considering last season, Arsenal might have lower odds, but perhaps the bookmakers are seeing things differently, especially since it's early in the season and we don't yet fully know what changes will occur in both teams.

[Africolo]

Here is the odds. Not much surprising. Or maybe Arsenal could have had lower odds considering last season. But probably bookmakers wanted to evaluate it like this because of its being the first game.

I will probably bet on Arsenal win @2.11. I can't wait to watch Gyökeres!  

Alot has changed since last season for both clubs, Manutd has added some new additions to their squad and are looking way better in preseason games, alot of positive improvements hence the even odds. Going to be tough but Arsenal at 2/1 looks like a bargain in this fixture.

Do you have any idea on bookmaker odds on Gyökeres to score a goal? Having this feelings that he would be on the score sheet.

[Woodie]

Next week the Premier League is finally going to be underway.  

And we are starting the season with a lovely game like Manchester United - Arsenal.



Here is the odds. Not much surprising. Or maybe Arsenal could have had lower odds considering last season. But probably bookmakers wanted to evaluate it like this because of its being the first game.

I will probably bet on Arsenal win @2.11. I can't wait to watch Gyökeres!  

Opening games should not be left to the favourites  the bookies give us 

Personally,  am not impressed with what I have seen from the few Arsenal games and their signings have shown, and for this reason I wouldn't be backing them on this one...lets flip the script and go for the rejuvenated Manchester United as anything is possible with opening matches.

Team United 

[masulum]

Here is the odds. Not much surprising. Or maybe Arsenal could have had lower odds considering last season. But probably bookmakers wanted to evaluate it like this because of its being the first game.

These odds are likely based on Manchester United's poor performance last season, which is why they're favored over Arsenal. Looking at preseason, United weren't actually doing good, but the first match in Premier League might be different. Arsenal finished runners-up last season, So MU need to improve their strategy to win their first match. Perhaps this first win will be a mental boost for the MU players, bringing them to consistently performance in the following matches.

[Iranus]

On other hand, seeing how small Arsenal odds is just a common sense. It's obvious they will win the game with huge scores. However, the last time i saw their odds was under 2.00, but it's now above 2.11. I agree with you if bookmakers still seem doubt to put their confidence at Arsenal.

I expected the odds to be less than 2. But it is 2.11. The bookies are probably not confident about Arsenal. Since Arsenal have made several changes to their squad, it is quite difficult  to predict how Arsenal will play in the first match of the season. On the other hand, although the performance of the opponent Manchester united is irregular, this squad cannot be called weak. So it is foolish to think that Arsenal is not likely to lose points. Arsenal also has a strong squad. Even then, it is always a bit difficult to win against a renowned team like Manchester United.