⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Byebyebtc]

Chelsea made quite the comeback from 2 goals down in the first 20 minutes of the game to finish in a 2-2 draw. I think Chelsea could have won the game if they took advantage of their chances. Poor Garnacho, he’s getting a lot of heat for his performance today.

Well, I don't think it was Chelsea's destiny to win their today match against Newcastle, ending the match in a draw is indeed a good result cus its definitely better than them losing to their opponent.

The last goal on Chelsea's side was scored by pedro in the 66th minutes, and this mean they still had over 24 minutes of playtime excluding possible ET, 24 minutes was enough for chelsea to score their winning goal if they really meant to win the match.

The condition of the performance of the two clubs in this match looks quite balanced to me because although Newcastle is a little more dominant because of the advantage of playing home but we can see that the performance in this match is not too much different and indeed this draw looks quite appropriate.

It's just that even for Chelsea this is still quite good but of course they have to be more than this if they still want to aim for competition in the race for the trophy.
In their last 5 matches they have lost quite a lot of points and this must be corrected if they still want to compete in the race for the trophy unless there may be other actions when their target is only the zone in the Champions League only if their performance continues like this then it is not impossible that they will also be eliminated.

Chelsea does not show much of an interest for the trophy this season unlike other big clubs, but they might still end up having it if they perform well.

Before the match started alot of individuals where looking down on Newcastle like they are not capable enough to win Chelsea, but forgetting that they are also a strong club and have won most of their past matches this season.

Nevertheless their match was very competitive and I am actually very impressed with how Chelsea defended the ball in the second half and equalised

[Stavri]

Unfortunately, Liverpool still is not playing high level football.Their attacking play is very weak. the wingers can’t drive forward and striker is so slow and the passing tempo is slow. The pressure Liverpool faced for ten minutes in extra time from a nine man Tottenham clearly showed just how fragile Liverpool still are. The squad profile doesn’t suit Liverpool and game plan doesn’t fit Liverpool.

you are absolutely right, it would be a mistake to think that Liverpool are now back on their feet because they won Tottenham. It wasn't really an impressive win because the goal difference isn't that much and they are still very slow. it is very complexing to understand how Liverpool suddenly started moving like an underdog team this season, their defense is now weak compared to the way it used to be. if they had faced a bigger team than Tottenham then it would have been impossible for them to win, i hope they improve next season

A lot of poeple were saying they would dominate the league because of the transfers they made this summer. I wish everything in modern football could be solved just by making transfers... but the game has now evolved into one where success comes not from the money spent but from how well player profiles fit together.

[Rgram]

The way I see this, Arsenal would not be able to maintain the top 1 position for a long while with Manchester City consistent performance and Arsenal's struggling form but I guess it's only a matter of time till we can be sure who would win the league title this summer.

Seriously, that’s exactly what’s been on my mind too. This season is starting to feel like one of those years where Arsenal put in so much effort but might end up with nothing to show for it. If they do not win the league, it will honestly be very painful and even embarrassing. After spending so much money to bring in new players and fighting so hard from the beginning, losing the title in the end would be hard to accept.
Manchester City is not a team to give chances because once they climb that top spot, it becomes difficult for any team to keep up with them. Arsenal’s recent drop in form is worrying, especially at this stage of the season when every point matters. They have put themselves in a strong position before, but now it feels like they are naking things harder for themselves.

[Bigjoe33]

The way I see this, Arsenal would not be able to maintain the top 1 position for a long while with Manchester City consistent performance and Arsenal's struggling form but I guess it's only a matter of time till we can be sure who would win the league title this summer.

Seriously, that’s exactly what’s been on my mind too. This season is starting to feel like one of those years where Arsenal put in so much effort but might end up with nothing to show for it. If they do not win the league, it will honestly be very painful and even embarrassing. After spending so much money to bring in new players and fighting so hard from the beginning, losing the title in the end would be hard to accept.
Manchester City is not a team to give chances because once they climb that top spot, it becomes difficult for any team to keep up with them. Arsenal’s recent drop in form is worrying, especially at this stage of the season when every point matters. They have put themselves in a strong position before, but now it feels like they are naking things harder for themselves.

Am sure even Arsenal and there entire team doesn't want that. They would be so happy if they become winners at the end of the season. But Sincerely, as you have observed, they are real struggling, especially to score goals. Just like there match last night against Everton, they couldn't score again after the penalty goal by Victor Gykores at the 27th minutes of the first half. They hit the wood work twice in the second half, but still were unable to find the second goal. In a competition like this, scoring goals are also very important since there closest rivals, Manchester city are scoring enough goals every match. So Arsenal should be doing just two things, they should be winning there matches and also scoring goals, else they might loose out again

[Velvet78]

Isak is so unlucky with picking up another injury. He entered in the second half, scored in 10 minutes and only a few minutes after that he got injured...

Liverpool got another win though. They were nearly having another clean sheet as well if it weren't for the Richarlison move by Thomas Frank. What do you say? Will they really improve their results for many more weeks?

All options picked are valid, I'm honestly worried about Tottenham Hotspur if they can play that both team score against Liverpool. They have not been their best since this manager took over but he will sure make the changes like we saw with Brentford United.

Bournemouth been shite after that impressive display against Manchester United, the bookmakers will obviously back them for the win against Burnley. I don't think Semenyo leaving for the AFCON. Newcastle United have gathered more wins at home this season, I will be shocked to see them not winning or drawing at home. Great picks!

All of my choices won except the Bournemouth one... I can't believe they conceded in the last minute and it ended 1-1. If this team can't beat even Burnley then when will they win?  

[Oluwa-btc]

All of my choices won except the Bournemouth one... I can't believe they conceded in the last minute and it ended 1-1. If this team can't beat even Burnley then when will they win?  

Hopefully Alexander Isak is not out for a long long time bit that injury looks pretty serious. He has not had the best of chances since joining Liverpool, sad to see him injured this way.

Yeah, I figured and also followed up these game closely. I was certain Newcastle United against Chelsea would result to these goals but good thing Tottenham Hotspur also did. Like I said, Bournemouth have been shite this season and they don't have that set of defenders who can hold down goals for them until 90 minutes. Better luck next time brother!

[Derekfunds]

The way I see this, Arsenal would not be able to maintain the top 1 position for a long while with Manchester City consistent performance and Arsenal's struggling form but I guess it's only a matter of time till we can be sure who would win the league title this summer.

Seriously, that’s exactly what’s been on my mind too. This season is starting to feel like one of those years where Arsenal put in so much effort but might end up with nothing to show for it. If they do not win the league, it will honestly be very painful and even embarrassing. After spending so much money to bring in new players and fighting so hard from the beginning, losing the title in the end would be hard to accept.
Manchester City is not a team to give chances because once they climb that top spot, it becomes difficult for any team to keep up with them. Arsenal’s recent drop in form is worrying, especially at this stage of the season when every point matters. They have put themselves in a strong position before, but now it feels like they are naking things harder for themselves.

Am sure even Arsenal and there entire team doesn't want that. They would be so happy if they become winners at the end of the season. But Sincerely, as you have observed, they are real struggling, especially to score goals. Just like there match last night against Everton, they couldn't score again after the penalty goal by Victor Gykores at the 27th minutes of the first half. They hit the wood work twice in the second half, but still were unable to find the second goal. In a competition like this, scoring goals are also very important since there closest rivals, Manchester city are scoring enough goals every match. So Arsenal should be doing just two things, they should be winning there matches and also scoring goals, else they might loose out again

It is obvious Arsenal performance has started deteriorating because Arsenal in the beginning of this season would have score more than 3 goals yesterday against Everton but they were unable to do that and yes if not for penalty that O'Brien committed arsenal would not have scored and it would have ended a goaless draw. The way Everton played against them was what I didn't expect even though they were finding it difficult to make an attempt but I must say they also tried to maintain just that 1 goal till the end of the game.

[VashaUdacha777]

Guys, you’re only talking about Arsenal and Manchester City. Yes, they’re the main newsmakers in the Premier League. But another huge thing happened yesterday! Calvert-Lewin scored in his fifth game in a row, to the delight of Leeds fans  If he keeps scoring that regularly, he’ll be getting the Ballon d’Or soon  Or at least a pay rise, which is also pretty nice!

[Spack17]

Guys, you’re only talking about Arsenal and Manchester City. Yes, they’re the main newsmakers in the Premier League. But another huge thing happened yesterday! Calvert-Lewin scored in his fifth game in a row, to the delight of Leeds fans  If he keeps scoring that regularly, he’ll be getting the Ballon d’Or soon  Or at least a pay rise, which is also pretty nice!

Calvert-Lewin is really on fire recently mate.    He scored 6 goals in his last 5 matches in the Premier League!!! Leeds lost only one of those matches as well so his goals have a really good effect on their results.

Nice one on the Ballon d'Or but he needs to do much more than this for it.    But he is continuing on his way to a pay rise as long as he keeps up the good work. I don't remember the last time I saw him contributing to score this consistently.

[MainIbem]

Guys, you’re only talking about Arsenal and Manchester City. Yes, they’re the main newsmakers in the Premier League. But another huge thing happened yesterday! Calvert-Lewin scored in his fifth game in a row, to the delight of Leeds fans  If he keeps scoring that regularly, he’ll be getting the Ballon d’Or soon  Or at least a pay rise, which is also pretty nice!

I get the sacarsm, how do you think the Ballon d'or is awarded mate? Someone who's not even playing in the Champions League or anybig European tournament would be getting the Ballon d'or? You didn't even say in future, and that's if he goes to a better club but soon, no mate Calvert-Lewin is not in the top 4 or 6 club in the EPL, he's in a Midtable team and winning the Ballon d’Or would be tough for him at Leeds United. Anyways his stats this season is quite impressive, maybe a bigger club might sign him by next summer if he ends up in the top ranking for goals this season, as at yesterday he scored 2 goals from 3 shots that's impressive.

[ancafe]

Chelsea is doing not so bad tbh. Reece James has become an incredible player since being moved into midfield. He was a very good right back but he’s evolved into a perfect 6/8. They’ve built the most effective midfield in the world With Caicedo, Reece James, Enzo Fernandez and Cole Palmer. But drop off in Garnacho’s performance reduces Chelsea's overall strength.

I watched this match and Chelsea played poorly in the first half because they lacked intensity, allowing Newcastle to exploit their weaknesses. Cucurella was even very ineffective in the first half and failed to break down Newcastle's attacking dominance. But fortunately, Chelsea improved in the second half and managed to equalize after a set-piece was perfectly executed by James. Newcastle's performance actually declined in the second half, and Chelsea managed to dominate the game, allowing them to regain control.

[Sarah Azhari]

The way I see this, Arsenal would not be able to maintain the top 1 position for a long while with Manchester City consistent performance and Arsenal's struggling form but I guess it's only a matter of time till we can be sure who would win the league title this summer.

Arsenal are extremely anxious and worried about Manchester City's resurgence, especially with a mere two-point gap over Manchester City. This puts Arsenal under immense pressure to maintain their top spot until the end of the season. Judging by Manchester City's current form, it appears Manchester City could overtake Arsenal, and that could happen when the two teams meet. We'll see when the two teams meet, and whoever wins will be crowned champions.

[Issa56]

Chelsea does not show much of an interest for the trophy this season unlike other big clubs, but they might still end up having it if they perform well.

With the way Chelsea are playing this season, I don’t think they can even win the premier league title this season, I think Maresca is still trying to get the perfect pattern which he will be using, that’s why he is trying different formations, and he is trying different players in different positions, I don’t really think Maresca target is to win the premier league title this season.

I will say Arsenal, Manchester city and Aston villa are just the three teams contending for the premier league title this season, which from the way the three teams are performing, I just think Manchester city will be able to win the premier league title this season.

Before the match started alot of individuals where looking down on Newcastle like they are not capable enough to win Chelsea, but forgetting that they are also a strong club and have won most of their past matches this season.

Why will people even look down on Newcastle before the match started? We all know Newcastle has always been a tough club, and we all know Chelsea have been inconsistent recently, I knew the match won’t be an easy one for the two teams.

[Nahl]

Isak is so unlucky with picking up another injury. He entered in the second half, scored in 10 minutes and only a few minutes after that he got injured...
Liverpool got another win though. They were nearly having another clean sheet as well if it weren't for the Richarlison move by Thomas Frank. What do you say? Will they really improve their results for many more weeks?

Still dissapoint to watching Liverpool performance in this game that Tottenham was playing with 10 players since the first half but Liverpool cannot dominate the game even at the end of second half another Tottenham player was received the red card too but Liverpool was unable to added more goals even the game almost ended to draw because Tottenham almost equalize the scores however after this game Arne slot has confirmed that Isak got injured but other players too has uncertain condition such as Szoboszlai that he got accumulate card and Conor Bradley too doubted to play for upcoming games

[jakdanyel]

Aston Villa - Manchester United... I don't think it is so easy to predict honestly. Because we don't have the same Manchester United from last season. They have made serious progress except their defending. 

Even in their bad look in the last season they still didn't lose to Aston Villa away. I expect even a more resistant team this time because of scoring easier.

I really wonder if this will be the time Aston Villa's six-match streak full of wins ends. My prediction is a draw but not a goalless one.

[sotelorene]

Aston Villa - Manchester United... I don't think it is so easy to predict honestly. Because we don't have the same Manchester United from last season. They have made serious progress except their defending. 

Even in their bad look in the last season they still didn't lose to Aston Villa away. I expect even a more resistant team this time because of scoring easier.

I really wonder if this will be the time Aston Villa's six-match streak full of wins ends. My prediction is a draw but not a goalless one.

Your prediction in this game is quite okay especially the fact that you mentioned goalless draw and I just checked Manchester and Aston Villa simulated game in one casino, and the game ended 3:2 in favor of Manchester united and I have seen someone used simulated result to win in main game and I have also seen someone lose because he followed simulated result so I'm just wondering if I should follow what simulated played today and try the correct score or play the GG, so I'm just confused right now and sometimes this result from simulated can be the opposite in reality.

[X-ray]

I'm fully rooting on Villa. They have improved at lot compared to the MU. They're good at away and home game. They're also beating Arsenal, and still remain unbeaten until now. So don't forget their opponent is gonna miss so many players(Mbeumo(AFCON), Amad(AFCON), Casemiro(suspend), De ligt, Mazraoui(AFCON) and Meguire, which important players.

It's hard to say no on betting to them due to that so many advantages they get at this moment. Manchester United without Mbeumo is just Bruno FC. It makes sense to take a Villa in this game.

So no draw to happen, but Villa win. 

[qurbanshah02]

Aston Villa - Manchester United... I don't think it is so easy to predict honestly. Because we don't have the same Manchester United from last season. They have made serious progress except their defending. 

Even in their bad look in the last season they still didn't lose to Aston Villa away. I expect even a more resistant team this time because of scoring easier.

I really wonder if this will be the time Aston Villa's six-match streak full of wins ends. My prediction is a draw but not a goalless one.

Your prediction in this game is quite okay especially the fact that you mentioned goalless draw and I just checked Manchester and Aston Villa simulated game in one casino, and the game ended 3:2 in favor of Manchester united and I have seen someone used simulated result to win in main game and I have also seen someone lose because he followed simulated result so I'm just wondering if I should follow what simulated played today and try the correct score or play the GG, so I'm just confused right now and sometimes this result from simulated can be the opposite in reality.

How are you saying that this match will be a draw when the difference between the performance of both of them is like heaven and earth. If we look at Manchester United, they have recently won 1 match and have had very bad results before that and on the other hand, Aston Villa, which is twice as strong as Manchester United, we cannot imagine them in a draw because they have recently won many matches that are seen in the same list. Apart from this, Manchester United is at number 7 and Aston Villa is consolidating its good performance at number 3. Although we can see anything in the match, but the score of this match is in front of us, so it is a wrong prediction that it will be seen in the form of a catch draw. Although if we look on Google, Aston Villa has more chances to win the match.

[reagansimms]

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Am sure even Arsenal and there entire team doesn't want that. They would be so happy if they become winners at the end of the season. But Sincerely, as you have observed, they are real struggling, especially to score goals. Just like there match last night against Everton, they couldn't score again after the penalty goal by Victor Gykores at the 27th minutes of the first half. They hit the wood work twice in the second half, but still were unable to find the second goal. In a competition like this, scoring goals are also very important since there closest rivals, Manchester city are scoring enough goals every match. So Arsenal should be doing just two things, they should be winning there matches and also scoring goals, else they might loose out again

Arsenal have been trying to win trophies for the past few seasons, but they have always failed to finish in first place due to inconsistent performances towards the end of the season and also often dropping points in crucial matches. This season reminds me of the 2022/2023 season, when Arsenal managed to lead the table for 248 days,  but in the end they lost in the competition with Manchester City in the final week and their hopes of winning the trophy were dashed again. If Arsenal fail to win the EPL trophy again this season, it will be very painful because besides successfully leading the standings for a long time, Arteta has also worked hard to improve the team's quality by bringing in several quality players in the transfer market.

Now that Man City is once again posing a threat to Arsenal after narrowing the gap to two points, Arteta must work even harder to improve the team to achieve success. I still believe in Arsenal's abilities, but they also have to rely on themselves by consistently performing to make their dreams come true which have always failed to come true, as happened in previous seasons.

[redhack]

There's only one match today. Most of the matches were played yesterday. We don't have a choice, but they've scheduled a really good match for today. Aston Villa, one of the dark horses, and Manchester United, who are slowly recovering, will play. It's a very important match for both teams.

If Manchester United wins, they will climb to 4th place. They will also be only 10 points behind the leader. This is a big reason to still be hopeful for the season. If Aston Villa wins, they will continue to closely follow the top 2. They will not allow the gap to widen to 2 matches. A draw wouldn't be very useful for either team. I think we will see a winner today.