⚽ Premier League 2024/2025 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Zackz5000]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

Arsenal also did well to have defended till full time their goalkeeper made some good saves and their defenders never allowed any mistake that will deny them the 3 point at Old Trafford.

[Stormisover]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

It was an impressive and fascinating performance from Manchester United today and if they continue this way maybe top four could be a nice business for them this season, Arsenal did well in defense which gave them this victory, it was an expected over 2.5 goals match between the two teams gamblers will be disappointed seeing that the game ends in just 1 goal on the full time, this season is going to be. Tougher compared to last season in the English premiere league from the look of things although the beginning may not necessarily determine the end but let see how it goes.

[sotelorene]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

It was an impressive and fascinating performance from Manchester United today and if they continue this way maybe top four could be a nice business for them this season, Arsenal did well in defense which gave them this victory, it was an expected over 2.5 goals match between the two teams gamblers will be disappointed seeing that the game ends in just 1 goal on the full time, this season is going to be. Tougher compared to last season in the English premiere league from the look of things although the beginning may not necessarily determine the end but let see how it goes.

Indeed, it was an unbelievable performance by Manchester united considering what they have been doing last season, you can imagine Manchester united possessing arsenal that use to play possessive game like Barcelona I mean it is really a big and nice improvement for Manchester united and if they can continue improving I believe they will finish well in this season and kudus to arsenal for their victory and  they really defend well and that was there luck else Manchester united would have scored more than a goal and lastly I don't like the time Amorim started doing sub most especially the time he brought Amad dialo.

[Velvet78]

We saw Mbeumo - Mount - Cunha trio in the attacking line today. I was waiting for Sesko on the front though. I can't say the general performance of the Red Devils was bad. They played quite well actually.

The only player I didn't like was Altay Bayindir. They conceded that goal because of his own mistake.    They could have got at least one point. But they should have been able score at least a single goal after all those attempts too...

[Woodie]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

Very impressive indeed!

But I feel United hasn't found the right team that gets the job done and unfortunately they got more players in the frontline than needed which was unnecessary and waste of resources! They should have invested some of that money into their midfield just to balance the team, otherwise great performance, and loves what I saw from Ahmad and  Mbeumo

Arsenal also did well to have defended till full time their goalkeeper made some good saves and their defenders never allowed any mistake that will deny them the 3 point at Old Trafford.

Man of the match definitely has to go to Arsenals goalkeeper because United really threw everything they had but it was not enough.

[Akbarkoe]

It was an impressive and fascinating performance from Manchester United today and if they continue this way maybe top four could be a nice business for them this season, Arsenal did well in defense which gave them this victory, it was an expected over 2.5 goals match between the two teams gamblers will be disappointed seeing that the game ends in just 1 goal on the full time, this season is going to be. Tougher compared to last season in the English premiere league from the look of things although the beginning may not necessarily determine the end but let see how it goes.

Looking at the match from start to finish, although Manchester United performed impressively, another aspect worth evaluating is the players' ability to find attacking positions and capitalize on opportunities. United had numerous clear chances, but they squandered them. I saw Cunha struggle to score, dribbling past the opposition defense, but once in the opponent's penalty box, he had no choice but to pass to his teammates, forcing him to shoot from a tighter angle, ultimately squandering the opportunity and failing to convert it into a goal.

This match provided an important lesson for the team and their coach. If they can improve their teamwork and harmony, Manchester United will have a truly lethal attack.

[LUCKMCFLY]

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.

It's very Possible that anything will happen in the pre-season games , we can't rely on it, but I've Undoubtedly seen that Liverpool has an exceptional team, I like it a lot and they're doing very well, I can't believe they have great potential and the coach has put his team together very well, but we still have to be Vigilant at the start of the season in the PL.

Looking at the match from start to finish, although Manchester United performed impressively, another aspect worth evaluating is the players' ability to find attacking positions and capitalize on opportunities. United had numerous clear chances, but they squandered them. I saw Cunha struggle to score, dribbling past the opposition defense, but once in the opponent's penalty box, he had no choice but to pass to his teammates, forcing him to shoot from a tighter angle, ultimately squandering the opportunity and failing to convert it into a goal.

This match provided an important lesson for the team and their coach. If they can improve their teamwork and harmony, Manchester United will have a truly lethal attack.

I Respect what you say but that's not the idea, The idea was to have won but they didn't achieve it I don't think they'll finish 4th if they continue like this They're going to look bad anyway they have Liverpool, they have City, Newcastle, who is hungry the team is lacking and lacking As a MU fan, I would be Worried.

[red4slash]

I Respect what you say but that's not the idea, The idea was to have won but they didn't achieve it I don't think they'll finish 4th if they continue like this They're going to look bad anyway they have Liverpool, they have City, Newcastle, who is hungry the team is lacking and lacking As a MU fan, I would be Worried.

No matter how many opportunities they have, if they can't score goals, it will ultimately be in vain, and that's what Manchester United experienced in their first match.

Perhaps despite still being under the shadow of criticism, the loss to Arsenal can still be tolerated because, aside from this being the first week, we also know that the two clubs are fairly evenly matched in terms of strength, and Arsenal has been in much better condition in recent seasons.

However, if Manchester United continues to allow this situation to persist, and they fail to secure victories as the season progresses, this will clearly be dangerous. As you mentioned, Manchester United desperately needs wins, and this has become an absolute necessity given their current circumstances. They are under pressure to prove themselves this season after last season’s disastrous performance.

[Stable090]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

Manchester United really played well today, I never expected such a good performance from Manchester United today, if I will be honest, Manchester United really played well today, they created chances, but they couldn’t convert any of the chances which they created into goal. I will say Arsenal were just so lucky in the match, Manchester United played better than Arsenal in the match, the luck which Arsenal had today was just the early goal which they scored.

I wasn’t really impressed with the way Arsenal played today, Arsenal midfield was just so weak in the match, which made it easy for Manchester United to penetrate into Arsenal Defense today. Manchester United created lots of chances today, but they missed all the opportunities which they had today, seriously Manchester United deserved to win today, they played better, and I will say everyone were just surprised with the way Manchester United played in the match.

[Roseline492]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

The match could have actually have the turn out of Chelsea match if not for the goal, actually if there was any means for them to had averted the goal there is no way Arsenal would have won Manchester United because the kind of strategy they give Arsenal would have just make the match to become goalless but perhaps that's how the match was meant to be by Arsenal having three points and Manchester United not getting any but that's just the first and there are many to use and meet up the gap they kept, Fulham might definitely close this gap for them because Manchester United could win them.

[Adbitco]

Liverpool should definitely rethink this whole Isak thing. Newcastle is not willing to sell anyways, and by the looks of it Ekitike plays amazing at that position, why put him out of position just to get Isak? Don't get me wrong, Isak is a great player, but they already have someone there, so why get someone else?

Like for example, their only original left wing is Gakpo, and don't get me wrong he is a great player but they should get at least a bench player there, or someone better if they can afford to, that should be fine.

I understand that it is not that great for them to not have Diaz, and unfortunately Jota passed away, so they should not look at striker anymore, and start looking at other positions that they need. Or better yet, stop transfers, because they already made enough, and they look good enough.

Well for now, it's only one hand we have all watched that features Ekitike in Liverpool jersey playing for them, let's wait until his played numerous games for the team first before we can conclude that his suitable for the team. I still feel that the reason why Liverpool is still chasing, is that Isak is a proven striker in the league and their comes a time when and where a player starts having difficulty, these ones knows how to deal with such situations.

[SUPERSAIAN]

Manchester United lost today. Despite the loss, they played well; perhaps Manchester United should have won. The match could have ended in a draw. Altay Bayındır continues to play as he did last season, conceding another misplaced goal and letting the ball slip through his hands. He made similar mistakes last season as well.

Frankly, Altay Bayındır is a bit underpowered to be Manchester United's goalkeeper. Manchester United's squad looks much better this season Manchester United can at least finish the league in a better position than last season.

[MK-74]

Manchester United played well, but Arsenal won.
Arsenal scored and won through a set-piece. Also, David Raya played very well. Viktor Gyökeres was substituted in the 60th minute, he was one of the worst performers on the team.

Manchester United created many goal opportunities but couldn’t score. They just couldn’t get past David Raya. Sometimes, if it’s not meant to be, it’s not, many of their attempts failed.

[KingsDen]

Liverpool should definitely rethink this whole Isak thing. Newcastle is not willing to sell anyways, and by the looks of it Ekitike plays amazing at that position, why put him out of position just to get Isak? Don't get me wrong, Isak is a great player, but they already have someone there, so why get someone else?

Like for example, their only original left wing is Gakpo, and don't get me wrong he is a great player but they should get at least a bench player there, or someone better if they can afford to, that should be fine.

I understand that it is not that great for them to not have Diaz, and unfortunately Jota passed away, so they should not look at striker anymore, and start looking at other positions that they need. Or better yet, stop transfers, because they already made enough, and they look good enough.

Well for now, it's only one hand we have all watched that features Ekitike in Liverpool jersey playing for them, let's wait until his played numerous games for the team first before we can conclude that his suitable for the team. I still feel that the reason why Liverpool is still chasing, is that Isak is a proven striker in the league and their comes a time when and where a player starts having difficulty, these ones knows how to deal with such situations.

Ekitike doesn't need to play too many matches to prove himself. If Liverpool doesn't trust him, why buy him then. I haven't paid attention to that dude before but the two times I have watched him play for Liverpool, I can say that he is a great player and well focused.
The only problem or consideration Liverpool should have is whether he is an injury player. If he isn't an injury player, he can carry the team to glory this season, provided that Salah remains inform.

On the side of Isak, he is a great player and I love him, but I will not support him to disrespect his club. He still has a valid contract with them. He should also understand that Newcastle is playing European competition, so he shouldn't just expect them to let him go like that without a proper replacement. He should calm down and have a gentleman agreement with his club.

[Abu-Naim]

Manchester United played well, but Arsenal won.
Arsenal scored and won through a set-piece. Also, David Raya played very well. Viktor Gyökeres was substituted in the 60th minute, he was one of the worst performers on the team.

Manchester United created many goal opportunities but couldn’t score. They just couldn’t get past David Raya. Sometimes, if it’s not meant to be, it’s not, many of their attempts failed.

This is the summary of the entire game, nothing more to add, just that there are some players that deserve to be well appreciated in Manchester United teams even though they lost the game.

Brayan Mboymo and Matheus Cunha did credibly well, they have a fantastic premier league start today and they disturbed Arsenal defense because they were unstoppable today; they really brought some changes to Manchester United’s performance and with this performance they displayed today, Manchester United will do better this season.

Another problem United need to address is the goalkeeper, the keeper was the reason Arsenal had that early goal in the match, he could have pointed that ball to avoid any chance of nodding the ball since he clearly know how good Arsenal is in set pieces.

[Africolo]

Manchester United played well, but Arsenal won.
Arsenal scored and won through a set-piece. Also, David Raya played very well. Viktor Gyökeres was substituted in the 60th minute, he was one of the worst performers on the team.

Manchester United created many goal opportunities but couldn’t score. They just couldn’t get past David Raya. Sometimes, if it’s not meant to be, it’s not, many of their attempts failed.

Nothing to see, it's just one of those games where the best team loses. Manutd were the better team and deserved more than they got but that's football for you. It's either you take your chances or get punished for it.

The league seems to be a little more intensed to Gyokeres, he's struggling to adapt with the tempo of the league.

[KingsDen]

Manchester United played well, but Arsenal won.
Arsenal scored and won through a set-piece. Also, David Raya played very well. Viktor Gyökeres was substituted in the 60th minute, he was one of the worst performers on the team.

Manchester United created many goal opportunities but couldn’t score. They just couldn’t get past David Raya. Sometimes, if it’s not meant to be, it’s not, many of their attempts failed.

Nothing to see, it's just one of those games where the best team loses. Manutd were the better team and deserved more than they got but that's football for you. It's either you take your chances or get punished for it.

The league seems to be a little more intensed to Gyokeres, he's struggling to adapt with the tempo of the league.

Manchester United really impressed true football lovers. It's not about the losing or winning, but playing a good football is something beautiful to behold.
Africolo is right about Gyokeres, he seems to be struggling which is unlike Cunha of Manchester United who seem to have adapted to the team. I am not talking about Mbeumo because he is a premier league man already.
I wish Manchester United the very best this season.

[JiiBs]

On the side of Isak, he is a great player and I love him, but I will not support him to disrespect his club. He still has a valid contract with them. He should also understand that Newcastle is playing European competition, so he shouldn't just expect them to let him go like that without a proper replacement. He should calm down and have a gentleman agreement with his club.

It all comes down to interest at this point, when a player feels he has done his utmost and wants to leave or needs something more for motivation, you really can’t ask more of such player. Should his mind not be with the team, he wouldn’t be able to offer more to the team. Better to have one that is unified with the team in the team than someone who would play against the team. Newcastle is surely finding it difficult without Isak and they need a good replacement for him.

Arsenal won today, even with the fact that they weren’t the better side. I didn’t expect them to loose neither but, never saw them play so poorly.

[TelolettOm]

I see there is an improvement in Manchester United game despite they lost to Arsenal at Old Trafford, they try so hard to make an equalizer but all failed but i am impressed with the way they played that's to say they will perform more better this season then last season if they can put thesame energy when they play other teams.

Arsenal also did well to have defended till full time their goalkeeper made some good saves and their defenders never allowed any mistake that will deny them the 3 point at Old Trafford.

For Man United, Bayindir did make several saves in this match.
However, in the end, Man United still lacks in their attacking lines; their sharpness and effectiveness are quite lacking. We must evaluate this to optimize it. They're already quite good in terms of ball possession and attack, but they've managed zero goals from that many shots.

On the other hand, Arsenal's players performed quite well, especially David, with many saves. While their play didn't seem particularly solid, fortunately their back line was very alert, allowing them to thwart various dangerous attacks from Man United.

Gyokeres? Here's what Arteta said about him:

Source: Arteta: "Gyökeres did a lot of things VERY good

[Oluwa-btc]

We saw Mbeumo - Mount - Cunha trio in the attacking line today. I was waiting for Sesko on the front though. I can't say the general performance of the Red Devils was bad. They played quite well actually.

The only player I didn't like was Altay Bayindir. They conceded that goal because of his own mistake.    They could have got at least one point. But they should have been able score at least a single goal after all those attempts too...

If Benjamin Sesko had started the game, we would have seen some three chances created tapped into that goal post. The arrival of Mbeumo and Cunha has indeed raised our game to a certain level.

Not even our defenders had a poor game. De Ligt kept Viktor Gyökeres quiet during that game, he doesn't get his flowers enough from Manchester United fans but that game yesterday is enough to see how much he is our best defender.