⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[el kaka22]

Grimbys town loss is the reason why everyone already judged United and their entire season already. Losing to a league two team? I mean I am saying league two because that is their name, but in reality that is fourth division team, so they would need three title wins (or second place whatever playoff wins or something) to go to premier league, that's the difference.

And United lost to them and they have spent 200+ million on this summer. That is not acceptable, there should be such a vast gap that United should be able to win 5-0 and easily just go back home. It makes absolutely no sense that they lost, and also they had to climb back up too, they had a comeback in that game, they started out by losing early on. That's just pure disappointment.

[Adbitco]

As Manchester United fan I'm bothered about negative comments against the club. The fact is that many people have lost trust in the Club for years now we've recover and  get back to our glory. The the club has spent so much on the to as m just to get the club back to elite way. The expectations are high, all fans want the players to do better, they want to see the club win as many matches as possible.

But the fact is that, the players are getting to adapt to the team, we have to give the players some times to blend together and see what they can offer to the club.  Their performance has really improved this season, they seem to be serious and hopefully they can win a something this season.  The only problem the club has now is the coach, his game fixture is a Concern, he should stop to play midfielder as top 9 when he has two options strikers on the bench. I'm confidence, Manchester United will not end the way they end last season, they will do better. I'm glad they have bought a new keeper. Let's see how it goes.

I understand what it means for ones beloved team to have bad seasons back to back for years now. You don't have to be bothered about the negative comments, you can only correct them where you think they are wrong in what they are saying. But you wouldn't blame us for the negative comments either because it's what we are seeing presently that we are talking about even though some of us doesn't like Manchester United due to other teams that we support.

[Stablexcoin]

United is in a very bad shape this period so united ambition this season should not be on how they can finish in the top four positions because that is not going to be possible, united target should be having a team that should be competitive and at least finish among the top team on the table.

United never showed they were ready to compete for top four, it is not a surprised that we see such performance from them even with latest signings, the season is still fresh but before now i thought Manchester United at the start of the season might pose a threat to opponent, but all the same way they seem to continue from last season. I don't think they will end the season too bad as of last season, they will do better but for the top four or down to sixth place, i doubt if they will reach that position.

[Mame89]

I don't know man.. It certainly is difficult to see Manchester united finishing amongst the top 4 spot this season. Don't get me wrong. I'm optimistic on their performance this season especially as they've bolstered their squad with new great signings. We just need to see actual improvements in the form of wins and number of goals scored.
I also think Mbeumo is an amazing talent and his impact would be really felt during matches. Kudos to Amorin for bringing him into the club. Their gameplay seem to have improved from last season, we just need to see more goals and wins. They really need to do much better if they actually want to make it to the top 4 spot.

You are right, Manchester United with the nonsense they are playing has no business with the top 4 position, even an Europa League spot will still be difficult for them to achieve judging from what they are currently playing now. Frankly, Manchester United made good signings but I feel that isn't enough as the backline was almost totally neglected during the window. The like of Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal has already gotten the top 3 positions, it's left for City, Tottenham and the rest to fight for the remaining spot which I don't see Manchester United in it.

I am a bit disappointed in Manchester United giving that they have dropped drastically and needed a boost in the summer but  they only made few signings and relaxed even when smaller clubs like Sunderland, Nottingham Forest and Fulham were doing mad business in the window. However they made their decision and will dance to whatever music the season plays for them but I don’t see United qualifying for any European competition unless they do something in January.

I see Man United season as more realistic, focusing on improving and continuously improving their performance, not expecting to compete for a top four finish, let alone a trophy. This way they're less stressed and can focus on improvements. Admittedly Man United has struggled to recover, not only due to unresolved internal issues, but also from pressure from both external and internal sources. When players experience significant pressure, their game inevitably stagnate. Just look at every defeat where both players and coaches are subjected to intense criticism. So let the players and coaches focus on improving, and don't be overly ambitious which can put them under pressure.

Many players have suffered mental health issues, resulting in a lack of confidence due to the pressure they're under. Amorim still has time to improve after Man United management gave them the opportunity. Amorim faces a significant challenge in their next match but if they overcome these challenges and even secure a perfect result I'm sure the Man United squad's confidence will improve. Amorim faces challenges in their next three matches, facing City, Chelsea and Brentford. I hope Amorim uses this opportunity as a stepping stone to recovery.

[Egii Nna]

Grimbys town loss is the reason why everyone already judged United and their entire season already. Losing to a league two team? I mean I am saying league two because that is their name, but in reality that is fourth division team, so they would need three title wins (or second place whatever playoff wins or something) to go to premier league, that's the difference.

And United lost to them and they have spent 200+ million on this summer. That is not acceptable, there should be such a vast gap that United should be able to win 5-0 and easily just go back home. It makes absolutely no sense that they lost, and also they had to climb back up too, they had a comeback in that game, they started out by losing early on. That's just pure disappointment.

Losing the game to Grimsby Town is not just a small mistake, It shows the bigger problems at Manchester United. A team that spent more than £200 million in the summer should not lose to a League The differences in players, and performance of the team is too big, Manchester United should have won the match easily. But they decided to started poorly and even had to come from behind. That should never happen against a fourth division team.To me this was not just bad luck, it showed that Manchester United were not focused and could not control the game like a big club should do.

I blamed both the manager and the players. The manager should prepare the team better, and the players also need to show more confidence and effort. Teams like Grimsby fight with passion because they have nothing to lose. That is why Manchester United must be serious from the very start but they fail to do it

Fans are right to be angry. Everyone expects Manchester United to win every most of their games, but they end up losing to such a small team like that.

[Just Say]

United never showed they were ready to compete for top four, it is not a surprised that we see such performance from them even with latest signings, the season is still fresh but before now i thought Manchester United at the start of the season might pose a threat to opponent, but all the same way they seem to continue from last season. I don't think they will end the season too bad as of last season, they will do better but for the top four or down to sixth place, i doubt if they will reach that position.

This team may not have set their sights on fourth place yet, so it goes without saying that United haven't shown the ability to continue in the same way they have from last season. They were very expensive this season, in fact they did it to keep the team's head high among everyone even then if they cannot decide to fight bravely against league two teams then this new PL season will present them with most formidable opponent. To my knowledge there is no role model player in this team who would inspire other players to commit to improving the capabilities of Man United. Their next three matches in the new season could be a huge obstacle as they will feature the reigning Club World Cup champions and Manchester City.

[Iroh]

Grimbys town loss is the reason why everyone already judged United and their entire season already. Losing to a league two team? I mean I am saying league two because that is their name, but in reality that is fourth division team, so they would need three title wins (or second place whatever playoff wins or something) to go to premier league, that's the difference.

And United lost to them and they have spent 200+ million on this summer. That is not acceptable, there should be such a vast gap that United should be able to win 5-0 and easily just go back home. It makes absolutely no sense that they lost, and also they had to climb back up too, they had a comeback in that game, they started out by losing early on. That's just pure disappointment.

Perhaps you're right. No one envisaged Manchester united losing to Grimsby town. I surely didn't. Manchester united ought to have been stronger than that Grimsby town and should have easily won that game. Following that dissapointing performance and ultimately a loss in that game, a lot of people have unsurprisingly judged Man United and have come to a hasty conclusion that they haven't improved in their performance despite spending some good money to bring in some new players.

I surely didn't see United go 2 goals down in the first half. Embarrassing performance from a supposedly top tier club

[Merit.s]

Nobody is discussing about the upcoming derby on this thread. Have we forgetting about the next match that United and City will be playing in Etihad stadium. Both teams are not in a good form but I believe that if United take this match very serious, they can win City and get all three points. They did it last season and can still replicate what they did last season in their next clash after the break.

City on the other hand has lost their last match and wouldn't want to lose to United. This will make them take the match personally because it will be a shame for them to lose at home.

[Adbitco]

Nobody is discussing about the upcoming derby on this thread. Have we forgetting about the next match that United and City will be playing in Etihad stadium. Both teams are not in a good form but I believe that if United take this match very serious, they can win City and get all three points. They did it last season and can still replicate what they did last season in their next clash after the break.

City on the other hand has lost their last match and wouldn't want to lose to United. This will make them take the match personally because it will be a shame for them to lose at home.

It's been discussed in the other premier League thread, just check and you will see it. I feel it's a game that any team can win especially now that both of teams are not in form. Did you say it will be a shame for Manchester City to lose at the Etihad? Nope, I don't think so, that's why it's a game, you win some, you lose some.

[_BlackStar]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

[Issa56]

Both teams are not in a good form but I believe that if United take this match very serious, they can win City and get all three points. They did it last season and can still replicate what they did last season in their next clash after the break.

Both team’s performance hasn’t been good this season, but the two clubs are really goin to take the match serious. The match is going to be an interesting and tough one, if I will be predicting who will be winning the match, then I will be predicting Manchester city to get a win. I know the match wont be easy for them, because we all know how Manchester United are always playing well when it comes to playing against big teams, they are always serious and difficult to win, but when playing against weaker teams, there performance is just always poor.

[Akbarkoe]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

I don't think Burnley has enough ability to match Liverpool's strength and play, so I think this will be a fairly easy match for Liverpool, even though Burnley will be playing at home. If Burnley can lose to United, let alone Liverpool, this could be a one-sided match, and the Reds will score many goals in this match, especially since Liverpool's front line will be reinforced by Isak. So I have no doubt that Liverpool will take home three points from Burnley.

What is quite interesting in the fourth week of the English Premier League is the meeting between The Sky Blues and The Red Devils, or better known as the Manchester derby. Even though both teams are not in their best form at the moment, this match is still quite interesting and cannot be missed.

[Donneski]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

Burnley this season have been pretty good in the English Premier League even when we know they're one of the newly promoted teams. I guess that's the reason some people are still giving them a chance to get a result against Liverpool but Liverpool on the other side is the only club that's won all their league games this season so against Burnley, I expect Arne Slot's men to get all three points. Not that I'm underestimating Burnley and their capabilities but the truth is I don't think they stand a chance to stop Liverpool from grabbing victory in that league fixture

[Iroh]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

Liverpool is somewhat guaranteed to win that game. They're in amazing form and like you noted, the morale of the players are really high. Looking at their opponent Burnley, I don't see that much of a challenge from them and it's very likely going to be an easy game for the defending champions.
They may have been a nuisance for Manchester united, I don't see them being that much of a problem in this case. I'm also optimistic of a  win and 3 points in the bag for Liverpool. I think we'll see both sides score a goal.

[TelolettOm]

At least, we need to know the results of these upcoming matches against Man City and Chelsea.

These two games will be a real test to ascertain if Manchester United is improving. Chelsea are unbeaten in three Premier League games, showing that it will be difficult to beat them. With the strength of the Chelsea attack, I don't expect the United defense to stop the Blues from scoring. They have had very poor goalkeeping recently with both Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir making terrible mistakes. Maybe Senne Lammens might bring a better performance that will help them concede fewer goals.

Indeed, this is a huge challenge for Amorim, and now, we'll see exactly how Manchester United, who have spent around €250.70 million on new signings this transfer season, will perform. Whether it'll improve or just be average, is no small figure; it's quite a staggering amount, as is typical for Manchester United.

And their three top-priced players, each signed for over €70 million: Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha. I'm really curious about their performance. And Sesko, so far, has often been a substitute. And currently, his manager, Amorim, is still experimenting with his tactics, but this is already enough, and it's time for him to truly establish his top tactics and starting eleven.

Do you agree with this statement?

Source: Ruben Amorim - Manchester United

[Chikito]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

So far Liverpool won all the 3 match and have confidence to create the winning, but when I look at how narrow their victory was, that could be surprised made by Burnley because they have confidence to play at home. The supporter has an important role in holding back Liverpool. But, Liverpool are on the paper to get the winning because on the last 6 match, they have 5 won, and Burnley just have 1 the winning on Anfield. I predict Liverpool will win by a landslide, but it is not impossible Burnley made it draw when I look how they can win on Anfield on 2021 ago.

[Catenaccio]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

Liverpool are on fire and it's difficult for Burnley to stop Liverpool winning streak and get any points from the Kop. Liverpool can score goals by many situations with many players can score goals for them. They can win big or just minimally and it makes Liverpool more dangerous and fearful with many clubs in Premier League. They know that they have to play against a team that are capabale of dominating Premier League and also are very pragmatic on their ways of collecting points in order to achieve their ultimate purpose, defending their Premier League trophy.

So far Liverpool won all the 3 match and have confidence to create the winning, but when I look at how narrow their victory was, that could be surprised made by Burnley because they have confidence to play at home. The supporter has an important role in holding back Liverpool. But, Liverpool are on the paper to get the winning because on the last 6 match, they have 5 won, and Burnley just have 1 the winning on Anfield. I predict Liverpool will win by a landslide, but it is not impossible Burnley made it draw when I look how they can win on Anfield on 2021 ago.

They won those matches differently and it shows how they are able to use flexible tactics as well as have diversifying options for scoring goals and getting 3 points. They have enough star players who can replace each other well, support each other unitedly and maximize their performances in a team. They win as a team and any player in their club can become a hero in a single match for bringing a win and 3 points to their team. This operational style makes Liverpool stronger and more unpredictable as it's super hard to constrain all 10 players on the pitch.

[8rch7]

So far Liverpool won all the 3 match and have confidence to create the winning, but when I look at how narrow their victory was, that could be surprised made by Burnley because they have confidence to play at home. The supporter has an important role in holding back Liverpool. But, Liverpool are on the paper to get the winning because on the last 6 match, they have 5 won, and Burnley just have 1 the winning on Anfield. I predict Liverpool will win by a landslide, but it is not impossible Burnley made it draw when I look how they can win on Anfield on 2021 ago.

Burnley won 1 of 3 games in Premier League this season than Liverpool keep unbeaten and become the only one premier league teams won 3 consecutives games. Burnley have confidence playing at home for getting three points how last victory from Sunderland at games week 2, indeed Liverpool still unbeaten with away match but not easly for defeating Burnley have capital defeating Sunderland over 3-0.

If can get victory against Burnley, Liverpool will create new record history success winning four consecutives games in premier league, based on current standings awhile only Liverpool and Chelsea still unbeaten yet. Lets waiting for the next games which one team can defend unbeaten record and until how many games week?

[Abdulzuruku01]

Burnley vs Liverpool

Regarding the match above - I hope Liverpool maintain their consistency and win 3 points. We've already won 9 points in our first 3 games, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal. The players' morale is excellent and I'm very optimistic about getting 3 more points, even though this is an away game. This game is expected to be easier than the one against Arsenal last week - but I don't want to underestimate Burnley, who have been a real nuisance for Manchester United in previous matches.

So far Liverpool won all the 3 match and have confidence to create the winning, but when I look at how narrow their victory was, that could be surprised made by Burnley because they have confidence to play at home. The supporter has an important role in holding back Liverpool. But, Liverpool are on the paper to get the winning because on the last 6 match, they have 5 won, and Burnley just have 1 the winning on Anfield. I predict Liverpool will win by a landslide, but it is not impossible Burnley made it draw when I look how they can win on Anfield on 2021 ago.

Yeah, everyone hopes Liverpool will maintain their points right now, they won't want to drop any points at the moment, but when we look at their last three Premier League matches, they won all of them narrowly. To me, the Premier League is still a big task ahead, all of the big teams like Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City all have equal chances to win the league from the look of it but still City performance need to be improve, except Manchester United, who I haven't seen any impact from that they want to compete for this. Even though Liverpool is a strong team this season, they still have a lot of work to do. Football is not determined by how a team starts the season, sometimes teams are lucky enough to win five or seven games in a row. But in the middle of the season or near the end of the league, they may start to drop point after point, which will makes them lose hope.

[ITExpert]

I don't bother myself with such comments anymore. It is clearly obvious he didn't watch the game and if he watched, he lacked proper knowledge of football to analyse and see the improvements. Finally, top four has been talked about and at the same time, finishing top 4 would be better for me. We have the depth, I just need these players to keep fit and work hard.

This is true that Manchester United is in their rebuild phase. No doubt they have the potential to do great. And the more they are greatly willing to perform better and want to go back in their glory era. But if someone is talking about their current situation and expect according to their position so I think it will not be negative it will be realistic. Because there is no magic that is ready to happen in the team. They can do better and they will . But let them give a space and their time to return in the field with their betterment. Because very firstly they need to restore the confidence as now there are many players who are not ready to join the club. So, things will happen in a row and they succeed in achieving the best.