⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Baki202]

Arsenal will play as the favourite team against Liverpool in the upcoming match. Arsenal team is consistent in winning, there is no room to neglect the strength of Liverpool team. They have the ability to play well against any team. Arsenal will try hard to win this match and will be desperate. Man City could not add points in yesterday's match and will want to increase the point gap even more. They will try to achieve full points by winning with Liverpool.

Liverpool performance in recent matches has been impressive and they will be even more desperate to increase points, so I will not bet on Arsenal. Arne Slot will definitely try to save his job and will want to return with a win.

Although Liverpool's performance is a bit weak, they have not lost a match for a long time. But they are not in very good form either. Liverpool has failed to win against two weak teams like fulham and leeds in the last two matches.

You cannot compare the performance of Arsenal and Liverpool because for a very long time now, arsenal have been in form. So it's going to be a very challenging game for Liverpool to just defeat Arsenal just like that because clubs that are tougher than Arsenal have faced nothing more than defeat and I know that it is the same faith that will meet arsenal. For some time now in Liverpool are filled to defeat weaker clubs in fact they no longer men take that reputation they used to have and even from the odds it's clearly shows that arsenal have a better chance of winning against Liverpool this is just as if it was  destined to happen.

Arsenal's performance is very consistent. They are also in possession of the top spot in the table. Arsenal will play at home against liverpool. Arsenal will want to increase the gap with manchester city by gaining  3 points in this match. The two giant teams of the premier league are going to face each other. It is expected  that  the match will be very exciting. Although arsenal is the favorite in this match, ,liverpool has the ability to win. Their squad is also strong.

And in this case arsenal is more consistent than Liverpool that's alone have convinced a lot of people to put their faith in Arsenal to win against Liverpool, and that is why everybody that is betting on this game we will go for Arsenal  winning anything other that will make you lose your bet, and some people because of greed they will do there wise. And Arsenal have played an unbeaten game in there home so how will they be able to win against arsenal it's going to be very difficult. And arsenal have gotten more serious because they are scared that we are trailing them because any form of mistake will only make things harder for them and this is the trick Arteta have been playing and I hope it works for them because he looks more committed this time around.

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It's matchday! Who's going to win?

Arsenal are running to their next PL championship after 22 years. Their recent form is great with a 5-win streak! Even though they sometimes struggle to get easy scores they still manage to win.

Liverpool are still losing points despite not losing a game for many weeks. First Leeds and then Fulham... They don't look credible on paper but I wouldn't like to assess this big games in the same way. I think Arsenal will win by a difference of 1 goal.

As Arsenal have a greater chance of winning than Liverpool --- the odds from the bookie @1.58 - @5.60 is a significant difference.

Arsenal winning tonight will be further away from Man City as a rival, while Liverpool still have difficulty winning with their low teams, as you said it was Leeds and Fulham.

Arsenal will be more confident in this match, their aggressive play is a solid team that Arteta is defending now.

[pawel7777]

A potentially tough game for Arsenal later today, as they are facing Liverpool at home, but Aston Villa and Man City failed to apply extra pressure on Arsenal, as both clubs failed to win their games yesterday and earned only one point each. So, in the worst-case scenario, the gap between Arsenal and Man City/Villa will reduce to 5 points (compared to standings after the previous round), but if Arsenal win, they will be a massive 8 points ahead.

The odds for the game (per 2up.io) are:
Arsenal: x1.58
Draw: x4.17
Liverpool: x5.60

Odds for Liverpool are quite tempting, but I think a draw is the most they can hope for.

[Tmoonz]

Manchester united have played there first game since Ruben Amorim was sacked and Darren fletcher as the coach for now, in the game even in there draw, they made alot of improvement in all statistics ranging from shot on target, possession, come back and dominance, they only weakness in the team now is there inability to withstand pressure or prevent goals which i think will be fixed very soon if the players are ready to do so.

Manchester United attacked a lot in this match. They had a total of 30 shots and 10 of them were on target. If you think that Manchester United's performance has improved, then you are wrong. We have seen such performances from United many times. They can attack a lot but they are weak in finishing. We saw the same thing in this match.

Manchester United dominated the match, attacked a lot. But they could not win the match. And that is their failure. They shared the points against a weak team like Burnley. What is the point of performing well if they are not able to win against a weak team ?

Manchester United's performance will not improve unless they can appoint an experienced coach. Amorim has worked a lot with this squad. But he could not succeed. It is very difficult to bring stability to United's performance.

Lolz this is hilarious though, like bro did you watch the game last night? Or you just saw the score line from live score? Bro Manchester United dominated nothing so long as I'm concerned like there is absolutely nothing to show for that Ruben Amorim is not present, Burnley was playing Manchester United like they where playing one of their mates they scored before Manchester United they were so confident in the way they control the ball, and what anger me the most was that changing Darren Fletcher made how can someone that actually needs winning be removing his key players at that crucial moment, like yesterday game was still not to show for.

[Stavri]

Newcastle is one of the best teams in England. Their matches are very exciting this year. They beat Leeds 4-3 yesterday. Newcastle struggled until the end they made so many mistakes in defense but they won.I wish I had the chance to watch it from the stands. St. James's Park is one of the best stadiums in England really.

They are actually one of the richest teams in the PL after being bought. However they still couldn't benefit from it when it comes to their transfers. There is still not an amazing squad they have...

All that money isn't enough to bring stars easily there. Because they don't have big achievements in their near team history. It's hard for them to compete rich and successful teams in the same league in the races for such players.

True. Newcastle is currently one of the top most valuable teams globally in terms of market value. Considering they achieved this without any significant Champions League success so far, it’s easy to predict how dominant they will be once they find some real on pitch success.

[GiftedMAN]

It is a big day in the Premier League. I can't wait to watch the Arsenal - Liverpool game. 

Normally we all see the big gap between these 2 teams this season. Arsenal are really serious for the league title more than ever. Meanwhile Liverpool are having quite difficult days...

Big games can be more unpredictable but I still want to trust Arteta's students on this one. I think a win by one goal isn't a far possibility. It is all up to Slot's managing to keep the defense as strong as possible.

Everyone who loves quality football is looking up to the game. Arsenal will go 8 points clear at the top of the English Premier League table with a win while Liverpool needs a win to increase their chances of finishing the season intl the top four. Not a fan of either clubs so I'll be happy with any result the game ends with.
Mikel Arteta have been heavily criticized for too long because of his inability to help the Gunners win the league despite dominating the top spot for long and from all indications, it seems he's fully out to silence his critics. Arne Slot after a very bad run of poor form wants to redeem himself. The most talked about game of the midweek in the EPL, let's enjoy every action.

[Felicity_Tide]

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Liverpool are still losing points despite not losing a game for many weeks. First Leeds and then Fulham... They don't look credible on paper but I wouldn't like to assess this big games in the same way. I think Arsenal will win by a difference of 1 goal.

These are the types of games that we often get too many goals considering the fact that Arsenal are likely going to take it personal because they've dropped points to Liverpool before now. Is already looking like a must win for Arsenal already considering the fact that Liverpool will be playing without a striker in the game, and also their key player(Mo.Salah). Judging by what they played against Fulham in their last game, I just don't see then going into this game with a proper fight. Though, I don't think they will feel disappointed if they eventually Lose to Arsenal because Arsenal has been really good in the past few game weeks.

Arsenal have no excuse going into this game. They have a better fit squad at the moment, and beating big teams especially in getting crucial points that can get you above the others, is something they have to learn how to do if they want to win trophies. This is the time. Good luck to the better side.

[LGD2Business]

It's a tough match for both teams, but Arsenal's odds of winning are very low. Bookmakers may have encouraged those wanting to bet to take a risk on a Liverpool win. Still, I don't think there will be too many bets placed on Liverpool. Arsenal will either win this match or at worst draw. With their rivals dropping points, Arsenal won't want to lose today. Plus they're playing at home. Looking at the squads Arsenal seem to have no absences. I think they'll win this match.

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Newcastle is one of the best teams in England. Their matches are very exciting this year. They beat Leeds 4-3 yesterday. Newcastle struggled until the end they made so many mistakes in defense but they won.I wish I had the chance to watch it from the stands. St. James's Park is one of the best stadiums in England really.

This was one of the most exciting and enjoyable matches of the season, and it's great that they won with goals in the final minutes. Newcastle are playing very well this season and they try very hard regardless of their opponent. I have a lot of respect for them, they're doing really well. It's always a pleasure to watch high-scoring matches, and this was one of them. There were lots of chances and goals

[Fivestar4everMVP]

It's a tough match for both teams, but Arsenal's odds of winning are very low. Bookmakers may have encouraged those wanting to bet to take a risk on a Liverpool win. Still, I don't think there will be too many bets placed on Liverpool. Arsenal will either win this match or at worst draw. With their rivals dropping points, Arsenal won't want to lose today. Plus they're playing at home. Looking at the squads Arsenal seem to have no absences. I think they'll win this match.

I also think Arsenal will win the match but to be honest with you, I am beginning to feel scared with the number of negative opinions on Arsenal on this match, my confidence level on Arsenal is dropping drastically because I continue to read people's opinion that Arsenal won't be able to beat Liverpool in this match tonight, I find this difficult to believe but maybe it's because I am an Arsenal fan and emotion is getting involved.

On the other hand, I am actually thinking, maybe the reason a lot of people are saying that Arsenal will lose this match is because they (the people) are not used to seeing Arsenal play 5 to 6 or even 7 games in a row without losing one of two games, maybe this is why majority are thinking arsenal will either lose this match or it will end in a draw.. I bet if this was Manchester City playing against Liverpool, we all will agree that Manchester City will win

[Berry2d]

It's matchday! Who's going to win?

Arsenal are running to their next PL championship after 22 years. Their recent form is great with a 5-win streak! Even though they sometimes struggle to get easy scores they still manage to win.

Liverpool are still losing points despite not losing a game for many weeks. First Leeds and then Fulham... They don't look credible on paper but I wouldn't like to assess this big games in the same way. I think Arsenal will win by a difference of 1 goal.

What makes you think Arsenal will be crowned champions of England at the end of this season, arsenal may have been in an excellent form even keeping there winning streak but that never justifies there victory at last as the are team capable of losing consistency at the second quarter of every season. This is not the only season they are in this current form bit the mystery behind there weakness every season is what i can't tell.

As for Liverpool this season i don't know what to say about them, even after lifting the trophy last season and made are lot of reinforcement in there train the last transfer window yet they still lack the courage to face other teams. But as for this evening game i strongly believe they will win arsenal

[abhiseshakana]

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Liverpool are still losing points despite not losing a game for many weeks. First Leeds and then Fulham... They don't look credible on paper but I wouldn't like to assess this big games in the same way. I think Arsenal will win by a difference of 1 goal.

These are the types of games that we often get too many goals considering the fact that Arsenal are likely going to take it personal because they've dropped points to Liverpool before now. Is already looking like a must win for Arsenal already considering the fact that Liverpool will be playing without a striker in the game, and also their key player(Mo.Salah). Judging by what they played against Fulham in their last game, I just don't see then going into this game with a proper fight. Though, I don't think they will feel disappointed if they eventually Lose to Arsenal because Arsenal has been really good in the past few game weeks.

Arsenal have no excuse going into this game. They have a better fit squad at the moment, and beating big teams especially in getting crucial points that can get you above the others, is something they have to learn how to do if they want to win trophies. This is the time. Good luck to the better side.

Arsenal is more likely to be the winner as their determination looks more convincing than Liverpool's, and they also have better consistency. So there should be no reason for Arsenal to lose, especially since they will also be playing at home. They can't afford to lose because that would be a golden opportunity to miss out as Man City and Aston Villa only drew against their respective opponents. Liverpool doesn't look good.. Ekitike and Isak are still injured so they won't be playing, and Salah is also still in Morocco for AFCON.

[JoyMarsha]

I really don't get how Manchester City managed to lose points twice in a row. Even against Chelsea they should have been the winner without big problems. But 2 draws were which they got instead.

It is time for Arsenal to take advantage of this chance. Their job isn't easy at all of course.    Liverpool shouldn't be underrated even in this condition of them. We are talking about a big match here. If I bet on this my choice would be BTTS or over 2.5 goals.

Since from last season I lost much confidence on Manchester city consistency in winning, Pep Guardiola has been struggling seriously to come back to winning ways, am really surprised he has pulled up this number of points and has closed the gap a little bit between Arsenal.

Arsenal sincerely needs to make use of this opportunity, they should pull out all their Arsenal's against Liverpool tonight at least to create a wider margin, because Liverpool has been a great spoiler to Arsenal winning the premier league before now and they shouldn't accept that this time around.

If Arsenal puts on a performance that will win against Liverpool in tonight's match, I will gladly name Arsenal as the winner of the Premier League of the 2025/2026 season. They have done a magnificent job to continue to stay in form when their Premier League competitors are in bad shape to have loggerheads with them on the Premier League top table. It is not quite easy for them(Arsenal) to remain as the informed team that we currently have in the Premier League

[Accardo]

Mikel Arteta have been heavily criticized for too long because of his inability to help the Gunners win the league despite dominating the top spot for long and from all indications, it seems he's fully out to silence his critics. Arne Slot after a very bad run of poor form wants to redeem himself. The most talked about game of the midweek in the EPL, let's enjoy every action.

The criticism then got to a point where the critics now wants him to lift the silverware, however, Liverpool is, at the moment, a disorganized club, they'll find it hard to cut the winning tempo and streaks of the gunners. Winning this match would guarantee Arteta an upper hand in the table, Liverpool's underperformance should stay with them, let Arsenal stay shinning because, if they win Arsenal it won't add up that much, the reds have the lowest points amongst the first four teams in the ranking.

[Franctoshi]

It's matchday! Who's going to win?

Arsenal are running to their next PL championship after 22 years. Their recent form is great with a 5-win streak! Even though they sometimes struggle to get easy scores they still manage to win.

Liverpool are still losing points despite not losing a game for many weeks. First Leeds and then Fulham... They don't look credible on paper but I wouldn't like to assess this big games in the same way. I think Arsenal will win by a difference of 1 goal.

This is a very crucial match for Arsenal football club to win and to lock-in the first position because winning this game will actually help Arsenal stand 8 points clear in the Premier league table and ahead of Manchester city their major League contender in this season's competition.
Currently Arsenal has dominated the game and their performance is a little bit impressive from what I'm seeing, and hopefully they defeat Liverpool.

[Derekfunds]

It's matchday! Who's going to win?

Arsenal are running to their next PL championship after 22 years. Their recent form is great with a 5-win streak! Even though they sometimes struggle to get easy scores they still manage to win.

Liverpool are still losing points despite not losing a game for many weeks. First Leeds and then Fulham... They don't look credible on paper but I wouldn't like to assess this big games in the same way. I think Arsenal will win by a difference of 1 goal.

This is a very crucial match for Arsenal football club to win and to lock-in the first position because winning this game will actually help Arsenal stand 8 points clear in the Premier league table and ahead of Manchester city their major League contender in this season's competition.
Currently Arsenal has dominated the game and their performance is a little bit impressive from what I'm seeing, and hopefully they defeat Liverpool.

Indeed!! This is a big game for Arsenal and that is why they are finding it difficult to score and lately I think Arsenal is good at scoring in the second half because that was what they did to Aston villa but today's game is a different one and I doubt if they will be lucky tonight, I know they are the favorite because of Liverpool performance but that doesn't mean anything to me and before the game started I told my guys that Liverpool might likely win the game and they have played 30 minutes draw and I'm still having the feeling Liverpool will win or draw.

[el kaka22]

Beating Liverpool became even bigger deal for Arsenal than it ever was. City got a tie again, three draws in a row and that is a shame, they are going to finish second if they are lucky.

Arsenal can "guarantee" the league title by getting a win today. Not saying it is mathematically there yet, but with 21 games done, they would have 8 point gap if I calculated right. That is very difficult for City or any other team to cover, Arsenal would have to lose 3 games rest of the season just for City to win every single game, and we all know losing three games is already hard for Arsenal, let alone City not losing points at all. We are going to see Arsenal lift the trophy at the end of the season if they manage to get a win here.

[rdbase]

I really don't get how Manchester City managed to lose points twice in a row. Even against Chelsea they should have been the winner without big problems. But 2 draws were which they got instead.

It is time for Arsenal to take advantage of this chance. Their job isn't easy at all of course.    Liverpool shouldn't be underrated even in this condition of them. We are talking about a big match here. If I bet on this my choice would be BTTS or over 2.5 goals.

Since from last season I lost much confidence on Manchester city consistency in winning, Pep Guardiola has been struggling seriously to come back to winning ways, am really surprised he has pulled up this number of points and has closed the gap a little bit between Arsenal.

Arsenal sincerely needs to make use of this opportunity, they should pull out all their Arsenal's against Liverpool tonight at least to create a wider margin, because Liverpool has been a great spoiler to Arsenal winning the premier league before now and they shouldn't accept that this time around.

Another draw by the big top teams in the EPL today with it looking like this sole match in the Premier League ending in a deadlock draw.
How many of these 0-0 has there been this matchweek? It seems like they have set the record.

[Nightwatchmare]

Maresca was not sacked by Chelsea. Maresca was the person that decided to leave Chelsea after Chelsea played 1:1 with Manchester City. And if Maresca was not the one that left Chelsea, Maresca would have remained Chelsea manager and managed Chelsea in their next game. But Maresca alone knows the reason he quit Chelsea when he was not sacked. Chelsea are used to sacking managers, so i do not think even if Chelsea's next manager get a proper number 9 and a number 10, Chelsea will not stop sacking their managers.

Was he not happy of playing 1:1 to Manchester City, he must have already wanted to leave and not because of Manchester City draw because no coach in premier League will draw city and feel angry about it. The matches today are playing the way I don't even understand, Fulham win Chelsea 2:1, Manchester City 1:1 against Brighton, Burnley was wining Manchester United but is been equalised and Manchester United has started wining, City has giving another way for Arsenal as they have been giving for the last three match and if Arsenal beat the next match it will be 8 point.

I do not know if Maresca was not happy playing 1:1 with Manchester City because i am not Maresca, and i am not sure if all the coaches in the premier league this season will be happy drawing with Manchester City since Manchester City is not playing like the Manchester City that won the premier league title 3 times with Pep Guardiola. The result of the matches that were played in the premier league yesterday was okay for me; the only match i was not happy with the way it ended was the match between Burnley and Manchester United.

[Iroh]

Indeed!! This is a big game for Arsenal and that is why they are finding it difficult to score and lately I think Arsenal is good at scoring in the second half because that was what they did to Aston villa but today's game is a different one and I doubt if they will be lucky tonight, I know they are the favorite because of Liverpool performance but that doesn't mean anything to me and before the game started I told my guys that Liverpool might likely win the game and they have played 30 minutes draw and I'm still having the feeling Liverpool will win or draw.

So far, we are yet to see a goal from either side and here I thought Arsenal would have pushed harder for an early goal. I had also thought the game would end 3:1 in favor Arsenal. It's looking like this too might end up in a draw as the game is almost over without any goals yet.  But then, this is football where anything can happen and even in the very last minute, you might see a goal.
As the game draws to a close, both sides are scrambling and being more motivated to put in more effort to score a late goal. They've now added 7 minutes to the game as an extra time.  Liverpool did surprise me as they held their ground despite Arsenal having most of the ball and some good attempts.