⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Different patterns]

...because Newcastle have been a shadow of themselves so far this season and this is what gives Manchester City an edge in my opinion but the magpies are not easy push away most especially in games between the other big six and Newcastle, they usually sit up regardless of their form so it is a good decision to avoid the game entirely.

Newcastle's performance has not been as good as last season because some key players who make they strong have gone. They only have spirit how to far away from the degradation zone right now. They performed poorly in the Premier League, but were pretty good enough in the Champions League, which I think can build their enthusiasm for hosting The city on St James’ Park. What we are waiting for is how Yoane Wissa, Jacob Ramsey, and Anthony Elanga have integrated with the team because they are key to build The Magpies like the previous session.

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

[Velvet78]

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Everything started with the sale of Isak. If none of big teams had attracted his attention I think we would have watched a stronger Newcastle now. But of course I know it was hard to expect that considering his superb performance last season. 

He contributed nearly to the half amount of the goals they scored in the league then. Now they have huge scoring problems... 11 goals in 11 games is just too bad! Woltemade has a big responsibility after spending so much money on him.

[Alonso_]

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Everything started with the sale of Isak. If none of big teams had attracted his attention I think we would have watched a stronger Newcastle now. But of course I know it was hard to expect that considering his superb performance last season. 

He contributed nearly to the half amount of the goals they scored in the league then. Now they have huge scoring problems... 11 goals in 11 games is just too bad! Woltemade has a big responsibility after spending so much money on him.

Right now I don’t think Newcastle are struggling because of the sale of Isak because if you look at performance levels and scoring goals Nick Woltamade is doing very well and playing a good football for Newcastle, and they are having a very good performance in the Champions League, and they could be qualifying automatically to the rounds of 16 without going into the rounds of 16, considering if they perform very well.

Perhaps you could actually compare what is happening with Isak right now at Liverpool where he isn’t doing so grate, because of lack of pre-season training, well nobody knows what could have been his situation if he had stayed at Newcastle, and his be sidelined with Groin injury in so many occasions, so I believe Newcastle are playing well but they’re not getting results, and I don’t think it’s because of selling Isak.

[Merit.s]

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Everything started with the sale of Isak. If none of big teams had attracted his attention I think we would have watched a stronger Newcastle now. But of course I know it was hard to expect that considering his superb performance last season. 

He contributed nearly to the half amount of the goals they scored in the league then. Now they have huge scoring problems... 11 goals in 11 games is just too bad! Woltemade has a big responsibility after spending so much money on him.

Isak was the best player in Newcastle and the club solemnly relied on him scoring goals. It's high time Newcastle wake up from their slumber and get a striker to replace Isak if they really want to be in their best form.

Isak have moved on with Liverpool despite that fact that Newcastle never wanted him to leave. If a club loses their best player, it will definitely affect their performance temporarily. I hope that Newcastle can bring out the best performance without Isak.

[Abbatty]

Maresca just confirmed in a conference that Cole Palmer will miss the Burnley, Barcelona and Arsenal game not due to the Groin injury but he fractured his toe at home. This is a very bad news for the chelsea fans. His presence has been missed in the field and they were hoping to have their little magician back but it his return have now been postponed.

Palmer have missed a lot of game so far this season for Chelsea, I would even say he has missed almost half of the season, but their is no  doubt in his ability, and we all know what he his capable of when he his back. Chelsea are looking like a team that might challenge for the title and if Palmer can be available in the second half of the season then Chelsea might have a chance in being a contender for the title.

[pusaka]

Everton will face Manchester United this week. On paper, they are better than Everton, so they have a chance to win again after only managing a draw in their last two matches.

I feel like there's more confidence this season for Manchester United. I don't know what's going on, but they seem a little more promising than before. However, this is just my assumption, as what will happen in the future depends on their performance. They also have a pretty good chance of competing in the top five as long as they can maintain their consistent form.

This match will be very interesting, we can see a very tough competition between these two. Yes, there is a difference in wins between them, which is why Manchester United has won more, due to which we can consider Manchester United better, but the performance of both will be different in the match, which can make us more interested. If you saw their performance in the previous season, they were playing quite strong in those days, but they were weak again. But they can be considered strong in terms of starting this season. If they get to the top, then it will be more difficult for them to stay there, so they will have to be strong enough to get to the top and for this they will also have to improve their performance.

Well, that's a recurring problem with Manchester United. Sometimes, when I think they'll win because they've improved, the opposite happens. So, I haven't included them in my betting list yet, considering things like this, which always result in Manchester United losing.

But let's look at this match, when I don't bet on them, do they win? And when I do, they always lose. This team is truly a funny one.

[SuperBitMan]

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man  
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Everything started with the sale of Isak. If none of big teams had attracted his attention I think we would have watched a stronger Newcastle now. But of course I know it was hard to expect that considering his superb performance last season.  

He contributed nearly to the half amount of the goals they scored in the league then. Now they have huge scoring problems... 11 goals in 11 games is just too bad! Woltemade has a big responsibility after spending so much money on him.

Isak was the best player in Newcastle and the club solemnly relied on him scoring goals. It's high time Newcastle wake up from their slumber and get a striker to replace Isak if they really want to be in their best form.

Isak have moved on with Liverpool despite that fact that Newcastle never wanted him to leave. If a club loses their best player, it will definitely affect their performance temporarily. I hope that Newcastle can bring out the best performance without Isak.

True Isak was a very good player in Newcastle United he performed very well over there and scored a lot of goals he was a very good striker and now that he has left Newcastle United they are still feeling the pain of him living, yes they never wanted him to leave but Isak feels he will achieve more when he moves to Liverpool, right now he has not been on his best form but I believe with time he will start performing very well, Newcastle needs to get a very good striker that we actually replace him, but the problem is getting a very good striker that will be willing to come to Newcastle United will be very difficult, because good strikers wants to play for bigger team because they believe they will get more opportunity to perform very well and lift trophies no striker we love to remain and be in a club that hardly lift trophies, so I really don't blame Isak for living Newcastle united.

[Adbitco]

True Isak was a very good player in Newcastle United he performed very well over there has called a lot of goals he was a very good striker and now that he has left Newcastle United they are still feeling the pain of him living yes they never wanted him to leave but Isak feels he will achieve more when he moves to Liverpool, right now he has not been on his best form but I believe with time he will start performing very well, Newcastle needs to get a very good striker that we actually replace him, but the problem is getting a very cool striker that will be willing to come to Newcastle United will be very difficult, because good strikers wants to play for bigger team because they believe they will get more opportunity to perform very well and lift trophies no striker we love to remain and be in a club that hardly lift trophies, so I really don't blame Isak for living Newcastle united.

True, and it's also true that he will achieve more with the Liverpool team than with Newcastle. Liverpool is more positioned and in a better place to win trophies than Newcastle but as of now, his performance is way below expectations and this can be linked to a dip in form. His an excellent player and I believe this current form will pass and he will get back to his usual way of scoring goals.

[FunshareNesialMLMPenipu]

...because Newcastle have been a shadow of themselves so far this season and this is what gives Manchester City an edge in my opinion but the magpies are not easy push away most especially in games between the other big six and Newcastle, they usually sit up regardless of their form so it is a good decision to avoid the game entirely.

Newcastle's performance has not been as good as last season because some key players who make they strong have gone. They only have spirit how to far away from the degradation zone right now. They performed poorly in the Premier League, but were pretty good enough in the Champions League, which I think can build their enthusiasm for hosting The city on St James’ Park. What we are waiting for is how Yoane Wissa, Jacob Ramsey, and Anthony Elanga have integrated with the team because they are key to build The Magpies like the previous session.

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Actually, regarding Alexander Isak's departure, Newcastle United already has a replacement by purchasing the German national team striker from VfB Stuttgart, Nick Woltermade. In addition to Nick Woltermade, Newcastle also strengthened their attacking line by buying former Manchester United player from Nottingham Forest, Anthony Erlangga. With a better team, their performance should be better than last season. However, the reality is that Newcastle United's performance has declined compared to last season.

[ancafe]

Isak was the best player in Newcastle and the club solemnly relied on him scoring goals. It's high time Newcastle wake up from their slumber and get a striker to replace Isak if they really want to be in their best form.

Isak have moved on with Liverpool despite that fact that Newcastle never wanted him to leave. If a club loses their best player, it will definitely affect their performance temporarily. I hope that Newcastle can bring out the best performance without Isak.

He was one of the players who helped Newcastle achieve much better results in recent seasons, leading them to qualify for the Champions League. However, since his move to Liverpool, his performance has stalled due to difficulties adapting to Arne Slot's scheme and strategy. Newcastle's current form is significantly worse than the previous season, as the loss of several key players has hampered their consistent performance. They are currently in 14th place in the standings after another defeat against Brentford the previous week. Facing Manchester City this week also poses a risk of dropping points so further deteriorating their position in the standings.

[Cossyblack]

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Everything started with the sale of Isak. If none of big teams had attracted his attention I think we would have watched a stronger Newcastle now. But of course I know it was hard to expect that considering his superb performance last season. 

He contributed nearly to the half amount of the goals they scored in the league then. Now they have huge scoring problems... 11 goals in 11 games is just too bad! Woltemade has a big responsibility after spending so much money on him.

Isak was the best player in Newcastle and the club solemnly relied on him scoring goals. It's high time Newcastle wake up from their slumber and get a striker to replace Isak if they really want to be in their best form.

Isak have moved on with Liverpool despite that fact that Newcastle never wanted him to leave. If a club loses their best player, it will definitely affect their performance temporarily. I hope that Newcastle can bring out the best performance without Isak.

Who are we to blame,isak who willingly join Liverpool or Newcastle that sold him at a high fee without opting for his replacement before losing they best and most valuable player to Liverpool. Isak was the best player at Newcastle, allowing isak to depart the team without first finding his replacement affected Newcastle consistent and have heightened tension in the team. Newcastle must searched for isak replacement in other to fill up the hole in the team. Isak performance in Liverpool has raised concern due to his inconsistent and his inability to thrive in the Club. Isak is a bad omen for Liverpool considering the €125 million spent to signed him .

[Adbitco]

He was one of the players who helped Newcastle achieve much better results in recent seasons, leading them to qualify for the Champions League. However, since his move to Liverpool, his performance has stalled due to difficulties adapting to Arne Slot's scheme and strategy. Newcastle's current form is significantly worse than the previous season, as the loss of several key players has hampered their consistent performance. They are currently in 14th place in the standings after another defeat against Brentford the previous week. Facing Manchester City this week also poses a risk of dropping points so further deteriorating their position in the standings.

Finding a suitable replacement for an EPL established player like Isak will be kind of difficult for them, I'm sure would want a big name striker who's even more established than him but they can't get such a player as they definitely will be playing for bigger team and a club like Newcastle can't snatch such players from the jaws of big teams in my own dictionary. I'm afraid but Newcastle will still go further down this weekend because they will be playing against Manchester City who will be looking for a win to keep up with Arsenal.

[Sarah Azhari]

Maresca just confirmed in a conference that Cole Palmer will miss the Burnley, Barcelona and Arsenal game not due to the Groin injury but he fractured his toe at home. This is a very bad news for the chelsea fans. His presence has been missed in the field and they were hoping to have their little magician back but it his return have now been postponed.

Palmer have missed a lot of game so far this season for Chelsea, I would even say he has missed almost half of the season, but their is no  doubt in his ability, and we all know what he his capable of when he his back. Chelsea are looking like a team that might challenge for the title and if Palmer can be available in the second half of the season then Chelsea might have a chance in being a contender for the title.

Of course, Cole Palmer's injury is bad news for Chelsea, as he was the heart of Chelsea's game under coach Maresca. It will be a tough task for Maresca to put together the best team after losing Cole Palmer, especially against Barcelona and Arsenal, which are crucial matches Chelsea must win to stay on track for the title. While Chelsea may have a large squad, replacing Cole Palmer is difficult because the Chelsea squad is filled with young players who rarely play at the highest level.

[Obari]

Of course, Cole Palmer's injury is bad news for Chelsea, as he was the heart of Chelsea's game under coach Maresca. It will be a tough task for Maresca to put together the best team after losing Cole Palmer, especially against Barcelona and Arsenal, which are crucial matches Chelsea must win to stay on track for the title. While Chelsea may have a large squad, replacing Cole Palmer is difficult because the Chelsea squad is filled with young players who rarely play at the highest level.

What news is trending about Chelsea? Waking up and visiting X page and boom, Chelsea playmaker Ice Cole Palmer is injured again and he's expected to missed this weekend game, the Barcelona and Arsenal game. This is unacceptable because we've missed this player for months and the time for him to come back, he's injured again. Common man, what's happening with the English man because I'm curious and we never known him to be this vulnerable to injuries.

Palmer is young and ready to deliver master class on the pitch, why are we not seeing it? This is the time for Palmer to show himself for the club as the main man but if he fails and allow injuries to keep him on the sideline, then Chelsea fan's have no other alternatives than to move on afterall they've Moises Caicedo and Estêváo. These names are prominent player and we're just getting started.

[asriloni]

Maresca just confirmed in a conference that Cole Palmer will miss the Burnley, Barcelona and Arsenal game not due to the Groin injury but he fractured his toe at home. This is a very bad news for the chelsea fans. His presence has been missed in the field and they were hoping to have their little magician back but it his return have now been postponed.

Seeing Chelsea's star gets a fractured toe due to the home incident is a new level of cursed to them. They're gonna have very tough games in the coming week, and yeah whatever happened to the Palmer. They must be ready.

I hope speedy recover for Palmer and his fractured toe. It means they have to play Joao Pedro in Palmer's position or subs him with Buonanotte.

It's a very bad news, but there are still a few options available. So, good luck with them.

[SilverCryptoBullet]

Finding a suitable replacement for an EPL established player like Isak will be kind of difficult for them, I'm sure would want a big name striker who's even more established than him but they can't get such a player as they definitely will be playing for bigger team and a club like Newcastle can't snatch such players from the jaws of big teams in my own dictionary. I'm afraid but Newcastle will still go further down this weekend because they will be playing against Manchester City who will be looking for a win to keep up with Arsenal.

I am not a fan of Isak and I am not defending him here. His performances for Liverpool so far are truly terrible in quality and with his expensive transfer cost, it is mass disappointment for Liverpool. If we look at Isak's player record, it's easily to see that he began slowly and not impressively with Newcastle United. Then his performances for Newcastle United improved season by season, is it his adaptation style?

I don't know, I can not conclude about it now but hopefully it's his style and he will perform better for Liverpool in coming months and next seasons.

His player records.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Isak

2022–23   22 appearances   10 goals.
2023–24   30 appearances   21 goals.
2024–25   34 appearances   23 goals.

[BlackBaron]

The worst possibility is definitely there but still their probability is still very strong so I will not hesitate to bet on Manchester City for 1x2 in this match.

I think, when it comes to odds and possibilities, almost any match in the Premier League could end unexpectedly. This is different from other leagues like La Liga, where there are only a few matches where big teams like Madrid, Barca, or Atletico lose to teams ranked outside the top 10. In the Premier League, every match can end unexpectedly. We can see teams like Liverpool or City being shocked by teams like Brentford or Fulham. I think City could even be beaten by Newcastle. But the chances are quite slim considering the vastly different performances of the two teams. City is on a good run of results, while Newcastle is still languishing at the bottom of the table. The loss of Isak has seen their performance plummet. So, personally, I still pick City to win this match.

The English Premier League consistently produces unexpected results almost every week, making it highly competitive. Predictions often go awry. It's not just one or two matches that yield completely unexpected results.

Even teams in the relegation zone can sometimes inflict defeats on teams in the top six; this is commonplace. However, considering the odds, in this match, the 1x2 bet on Manchester City is a very good one, although it doesn't guarantee a win.

[harapan]

Seriously, Newcastle have not really looked like the same team this season. Their form has been shaky, and that naturally gives Manchester City the upper hand and man 
 city performance has been high before the international break and if they continue with that form Newcastle will struggle against them. But at the same time, Newcastle are one of those teams that suddenly step up when they are facing the big sides. Even if they’re struggling, they don’t just roll over  especially in matches against the traditional top six.

Everything started with the sale of Isak. If none of big teams had attracted his attention I think we would have watched a stronger Newcastle now. But of course I know it was hard to expect that considering his superb performance last season. 

He contributed nearly to the half amount of the goals they scored in the league then. Now they have huge scoring problems... 11 goals in 11 games is just too bad! Woltemade has a big responsibility after spending so much money on him.

It disrupted the harmony in the dressing room. Too many players wanted him gone already but that is no excuses. They are not the only club who had important players leaving the club. The game against Manchester City must be a win for Newcastle otherwise the manager will be questioned if he can continue. After all, they signed a great player who can score them goals. This game against City must be interesting and a must watch. Woltemade has been scoring goals for them. Scoring again will not suprise us.

[Nightwatchmare]

Who is gonna bet on Manchester City Newcastle? The main game for this round in Premier League, the odds are quite good for Manchester City in a few markets like 1x2 and over goals, my main problem and is why im gonna avoid to bet on it is Newcastle itself you never know what kind of game are they gonna made, so it can be a super game which detroy City or a shit game who is gonna made you think why i dont bet on it hahaha.

Betting on Manchester City to win Newcastle United would be nice because Newcastle United is not that good this season, and they are not a big treat for big teams in premier league, but i will not bet on Manchester City to win Newcastle United because Manchester City players will be facing fatigue after they have represented their countries in the world cup qualifiers. Playing Newcastle United vs Manchester City over goals could be a wise option to go with because the option can help gamblers avoid any unexpected result from the match.

[Solodoski]

Maresca just confirmed in a conference that Cole Palmer will miss the Burnley, Barcelona and Arsenal game not due to the Groin injury but he fractured his toe at home. This is a very bad news for the chelsea fans. His presence has been missed in the field and they were hoping to have their little magician back but it his return have now been postponed.

This news is a big blow to Chelsea fan, especially for the Barcelona and Arsenal match. Cole Palmer has missed a lot of matches this season and if he had been back at this time, it would have been a big boost for the team, because he has a lot of qualities and he could help the tram at this time.
The team is getting better and they need him to help boost team, but I think Chelsea just have to wait for some weeks and hopefully he gets better, so we can start watching him play again.