⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Unsoldier]

As a Manchester United fan, so many times we feel as if we are not among the big clubs again as we can not even compete with the least club. Imagine Manchester United was even unable to play with wolves that had not gotten any win. Sometimes I always say very embarrassing to be a Manchester United fan, as we are completely out. Right now what I will say is to sell the team/club and this is what Manchester United really need now. If it will help the club. To be honest right now it is not the managing system but all others that is involved in Manchester United as a club. They need to sell the club, that is all. Let the club be in another managing system.

As Manchester United is always natural because after having impressive time now things are getting worst after every season recently some hopes are awaking but suddenly this sack of Ruben Amorim is now having impact with players also lost some confidence and things are also back on their worst.

Management is now doing their job which is never been ideal for positive results but still they are having enough time for bringing changes and also having right man for coaching job if they are keeping Ruben Amorim I was sure about their better results in this season but now sudden this more break hearts and things are also looking not good for good end of season.

Manchester United need a coach who can bring some confidence back to the players, even at a basic level. In that sense, appointing Michael Carrick until the end of the season sounds quite logical. For Carrick himself, it’s almost a no-lose situation. If things don’t work out, it’s unlikely he’ll take the full blame, because the club’s problems clearly run much deeper. And if he manages to steady the team and push for a top-five finish, he instantly becomes a hero.

[len01]

After this break in the PL a really nice game is going to greet us!

• Man Utd - Man City

Of course Guardiola's club is the obvious favourite here. Man Utd is still in pain because of inconsistencies. And it's still not known who's going to be their next coach. Until then Fletcher takes care of the club.

In this situation I don't expect them to show a great effort in this derby honestly. 1.85 odds for Man City look just great! I might bet on it early in fact.

If I had to take a high risk bet, I’d go with the draw. City’s odds look really tempting since they’ve been slightly better in terms of form.

But we shouldn’t forget that even though MU have been inconsistent lately, they usually show up when playing against their rivals. If you look at their previous meetings, the results are often unpredictable. Plus, MU are playing at home, which should give them some extra confidence to avoid a loss.

So, I’m taking draw @4.10.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Maybe it's a bit unrelated here but there is a reason I'm writing it here. Xabi Alonso has left Real Madrid after the Super Cup loss. Let's come to why I preferred this thread...

Do you think there is a chance to see him at Liverpool soon? Arne Slot doesn't do well and maybe after this news the board might start thinking of replacing him with Xabi Alonso I think.



Source: https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2010761846446489711

If I had to take a high risk bet, I’d go with the draw. City’s odds look really tempting since they’ve been slightly better in terms of form.

But we shouldn’t forget that even though MU have been inconsistent lately, they usually show up when playing against their rivals. If you look at their previous meetings, the results are often unpredictable. Plus, MU are playing at home, which should give them some extra confidence to avoid a loss.

So, I’m taking draw @4.10.

That's kind of a really big risk certainly! They don't draw with each other that often in the games at Old Trafford. But the last one there ended 0-0 though. Good luck with your bet man!

[SatoPrincess]

What a disaster season for Manchester United like the past ones, but now they are out of everything, the only good thing for them is since this Premier League is super close they can still have real good options to be into the european spots again, this year without playing in europe they are still a complete mess and losing against weak teams is just incredible.

For Manchester United, it’s a repeat of cycle. It’s going to be a long time before Manchester United can compete for Premier League and Champions league title. They will be playing against a strong Manchester City who beat their recent opponents 10-1. I would be impressed if they are able to save face at home by avoiding a humiliating loss.

[Iroh]

It been arsenal season so far, let see if they would take it to the very end. Manchester city and Aston Villa keeps running behind them, but also they keeps dropping points and it would only make it easy for Arsenal, well for Manchester city it been a disappointing season for them, they look like a shadow of themselves. Well they are the closest to challenge Arsenal for the title but then I don’t see them winning it this season.

Arsenal has long coveted the EPL title and has narrowly missed taking the title, finishing 2nd for the past 2 seasons. Now, they're currently in the first spot and desperately trying to keep their spot. With Manchester city not too far behind, they've got to remain steadfast and focused, winning all the games they can and gathering up points to try and get even further from second place Man city.
I do hope they can manage to win the title this season. Like you noted, the premier league is filled with surprises and Arsenal, if not careful, could lose their position at the top of the table. I do want Arsenal to win the league title this season. They're deserving of it at this point.

[Distraction]

What a disaster season for Manchester United like the past ones, but now they are out of everything, the only good thing for them is since this Premier League is super close they can still have real good options to be into the european spots again, this year without playing in europe they are still a complete mess and losing against weak teams is just incredible.

The thing Amorim did good this season is only the climb in the PL - which should have been taken into account though. But they have got eliminated from everywhere else already now.

40 is the number of matches they will play this season in total. That's unbelievable for a team like Manchester United. We have seen their golden age and now we are witnessing their downfall. We will see about if someone will rescue them at a point.

[puloweh555]

As Manchester United is always natural because after having impressive time now things are getting worst after every season recently some hopes are awaking but suddenly this sack of Ruben Amorim is now having impact with players also lost some confidence and things are also back on their worst.

Management is now doing their job which is never been ideal for positive results but still they are having enough time for bringing changes and also having right man for coaching job if they are keeping Ruben Amorim I was sure about their better results in this season but now sudden this more break hearts and things are also looking not good for good end of season.

Manchester United need a coach who can bring some confidence back to the players, even at a basic level. In that sense, appointing Michael Carrick until the end of the season sounds quite logical. For Carrick himself, it’s almost a no-lose situation. If things don’t work out, it’s unlikely he’ll take the full blame, because the club’s problems clearly run much deeper. And if he manages to steady the team and push for a top-five finish, he instantly becomes a hero.

I agree that Man United needs a coach who can build a dressing room and restore the team's confidence. Michael Carrick is the right choice as interim coach as he has the experience of being Mourinho assistant, and the leadership qualities of having captained the team as a player. He's also under no pressure as an interim coach, so I think he can stabilize Man United.

Besides Man United's squad is actually good. The midfield is also more vibrant, but their weaknesses are Dalot and Yoro. Yoro in particular is very weak at the back because he lacks speed strength, and determination. They lost to Brighton in the FA Cup due to Fletcher's mistake in fielding them together. It's interesting to see Michael Carrick coach Man United especially in his debut as a manager against the Manchester derby. I think a derby victory will give Michael Carrick more confidence.

[PremiumcryptoHub]

City odds is not only great, but it's very worthy to bet. I'm not sure an away game will affect their mentality since their team is just getting even more complete by signing semenyo. Let's say they put Doku, Haaland, and Semenyo together on the field.

It's gonna be very confusing for MU's defenders to think which man to target as all of them are physically good, and they have good pace.

So, it makes sense to bet on City. The chance to draw is pretty high, but i think City will win it. Don't forget Rodri is also fit.

True City has higher chances of winning this derby. United are yet to gain balance in their tactical approach. But going by the last three games for both teams, the have both recorded three draws in a row  where City had difficulty winning Newcastle, Chelsea and Sunderland. It could be an inspiration for Manchester United to defensively struggle for a draw game. The odds for City to win away looks pretty good but I am still skeptical about the outcome, it might be difficult winning away against ManU this time considering how United lost their first game with City this season. It might just be an opportunity to salvage their last loss.

Of course, I believe City will have the best chance of winning the Manchester derby. Currently, we find a lot of differences in performance between Manchester City and Manchester United, so everyone has to agree that there may be a greater risk of Man United losing in the upcoming derby match because the condition of this team is very annoying.

Even, Man United are trying to adapt under the leadership of a new caretaker manager, but it still seems to me that this team is not quite fit for the exciting match that is coming up. The main thing is that it is clear to us that Manchester City has scored 10 goals in a match, maybe this will boost their morale for the upcoming match.

[Emitdama]

What a disaster season for Manchester United like the past ones, but now they are out of everything, the only good thing for them is since this Premier League is super close they can still have real good options to be into the european spots again, this year without playing in europe they are still a complete mess and losing against weak teams is just incredible.

That is what I was thinking, because if only the league is left then they could train a lot more and rest a lot more and be ready for each league game while everyone else plays more games than them. However, I heard that they were interested in getting Carrick for the job, and if that is really the case, instead of a some world reknown super star manager, then they are going to end up being terrible yet again. You do not get middles borough manager, you get manager from UCL teams so they have higher level experience.

[Black Mbaye]

What a disaster season for Manchester United like the past ones, but now they are out of everything, the only good thing for them is since this Premier League is super close they can still have real good options to be into the european spots again, this year without playing in europe they are still a complete mess and losing against weak teams is just incredible.

That is what I was thinking, because if only the league is left then they could train a lot more and rest a lot more and be ready for each league game while everyone else plays more games than them. However, I heard that they were interested in getting Carrick for the job, and if that is really the case, instead of a some world reknown super star manager, then they are going to end up being terrible yet again. You do not get middles borough manager, you get manager from UCL teams so they have higher level experience.

Many managers are currently employed by their teams. They don't have many unemployed managers, and their options are limited. Therefore, the most logical decision for Manchester United is to appoint an interim manager until the end of the season. I think they will do this and then try to find a better and more experienced manager at the end of the season. In my opinion, this is a logical move. The interim manager's sole objective will be to get the team into a position that will allow them to qualify for the Champions League. Therefore, we can say it will be a stress-free season.

[silpersurfer]

What a disaster season for Manchester United like the past ones, but now they are out of everything, the only good thing for them is since this Premier League is super close they can still have real good options to be into the european spots again, this year without playing in europe they are still a complete mess and losing against weak teams is just incredible.

Finally, we saw Sesko score another goal for the Red Devils, but unfortunately, the match ended in defeat for Manchester United. Once again, Welbeck, a former Manchester United player, became a nightmare for the team he once defended.

' defeat has halted Manchester United's progress in the third round of the FA Cup.  And despite their performance in the English Premier League,  as usual and as you know, Manchester United has yet to return to its best form.  They are not yet capable of competing at the top of the table. They have failed to win in three consecutive matches. We have seen frequent changes in the Manchester United coaching staff, but the results are still far from what is expected.

[jaberwock]

While most people disagree, I still think Manchester United could see UEFA competitions next season. Don't know if it will be conference or Europa but they are both very possible and they will finish that high. I know they have been going through some bad periods now, just like start of the season, but middle of the season they did alright because of that they are still higher up. If they can keep trying and do a fine job then we can see them get to win something and be in UEFA competitions.

Not going to be champions league, that requires top four, maybe five if they are lucky but I guess four this season and that is not going to happen, United will not finish that high, but sixth or seventh is very possible for them.

[Qhunman]

The thing Amorim did good this season is only the climb in the PL - which should have been taken into account though. But they have got eliminated from everywhere else already now.

40 is the number of matches they will play this season in total. That's unbelievable for a team like Manchester United. We have seen their golden age and now we are witnessing their downfall. We will see about if someone will rescue them at a point.

Amorim tried this season compared to how he met Manchester United and how he managed to improve the team to the sixth place in the table. We saw how bad Manchester United were under erik tag hag before the arrival of Reuben Amorim who stop the team form sinking further. It is not as if Amorim didn't try but more was expected of him and he was sacked because he was giving out excuses when the team should be winning matches. Manchester United can improve depending on who is would being hired to lead the team which is why Manchester United must settle for a high graded coach rather than for some low coach who might worsen the team progress

[Spack17]

While most people disagree, I still think Manchester United could see UEFA competitions next season. Don't know if it will be conference or Europa but they are both very possible and they will finish that high. I know they have been going through some bad periods now, just like start of the season, but middle of the season they did alright because of that they are still higher up. If they can keep trying and do a fine job then we can see them get to win something and be in UEFA competitions.

Not going to be champions league, that requires top four, maybe five if they are lucky but I guess four this season and that is not going to happen, United will not finish that high, but sixth or seventh is very possible for them.

I wish they kept Amorim until the end of the season for that. He made progress about that compared to last season. They had a horrible placement back then you know. But what did the board decide upon instead?

To sack him... I don't think Carrick will have a magic wand to change them seriously. They will most probably continue in a similar way. Maybe things might get even worse as the players will need to adapt to his game plan as of now.

[satscraper]

After this break in the PL a really nice game is going to greet us!

• Man Utd - Man City

Of course Guardiola's club is the obvious favourite here. Man Utd is still in pain because of inconsistencies. And it's still not known who's going to be their next coach. Until then Fletcher takes care of the club.

In this situation I don't expect them to show a great effort in this derby honestly. 1.85 odds for Man City look just great! I might bet on it early in fact.

If I had to take a high risk bet, I’d go with the draw. City’s odds look really tempting since they’ve been slightly better in terms of form.

But we shouldn’t forget that even though MU have been inconsistent lately, they usually show up when playing against their rivals. If you look at their previous meetings, the results are often unpredictable. Plus, MU are playing at home, which should give them some extra confidence to avoid a loss.

So, I’m taking draw @4.10.

But you could go with Man City win or draw. The odds are a bit lower, but it’s still the safer option than betting on the straight draw. BTW, I don’t know why, but I often don’t even consider the draw as the real choice ^{probably due to some psychological bias}. I decided to bet firmly on Man City because even though MU are playing at home, the stadium will be full of fans cheering for Man City players rather than for MU.

[Supreme Donvic]

After this break in the PL a really nice game is going to greet us!

• Man Utd - Man City

Of course Guardiola's club is the obvious favourite here. Man Utd is still in pain because of inconsistencies. And it's still not known who's going to be their next coach. Until then Fletcher takes care of the club.

In this situation I don't expect them to show a great effort in this derby honestly. 1.85 odds for Man City look just great! I might bet on it early in fact.

If I had to take a high risk bet, I’d go with the draw. City’s odds look really tempting since they’ve been slightly better in terms of form.

But we shouldn’t forget that even though MU have been inconsistent lately, they usually show up when playing against their rivals. If you look at their previous meetings, the results are often unpredictable. Plus, MU are playing at home, which should give them some extra confidence to avoid a loss.

So, I’m taking draw @4.10.

But you could go with Man City win or draw. The odds are a bit lower, but it’s still the safer option than betting on the straight draw. BTW, I don’t know why, but I often don’t even consider the draw as the real choice ^{probably due to some psychological bias}. I decided to bet firmly on Man City because even though MU are playing at home, the stadium will be full of fans cheering for Man City players rather than for MU.

I have never bet using draw as a prediction. I usually don’t like that because I see it as a very big risk to take which I’m not ready to take that kind of risk. Those people that bet on draw are really trying because when it comes to draw it usually don’t happen but there are people who are good in knowing matches that we end in draw I know of a man who usually play draws and usually win money from it, but I’m a kind of person that see it as a big risk so I don’t take it at all. for this match between Manchester United and Manchester it can end in draw but I’m not sure about that. Yes I think the best option is win or draw for Manchester city it is more safer that way than taking Manchester city to win not that they cannot win, but it is under probability even though we know Manchester United is not inform this season.

[1kodumtek7]

Which ones draw your attention here? I guess most people would say the Manchester derby!    At Old Trafford there is going to be a lovely match hopefully. The favourite side is of course obvious here, Manchester City.

Manchester United have a new manager now. This will probably mean new tactics as well. We will see if there will be adaptation problems. I expect Manchester City to beat them honestly. Guardiola has no reason to play safely as he is chasing Arteta for the championship.

[Tmoonz]

As a Manchester United fan, so many times we feel as if we are not among the big clubs again as we can not even compete with the least club. Imagine Manchester United was even unable to play with wolves that had not gotten any win. Sometimes I always say very embarrassing to be a Manchester United fan, as we are completely out. Right now what I will say is to sell the team/club and this is what Manchester United really need now. If it will help the club. To be honest right now it is not the managing system but all others that is involved in Manchester United as a club. They need to sell the club, that is all. Let the club be in another managing system.

As Manchester United is always natural because after having impressive time now things are getting worst after every season recently some hopes are awaking but suddenly this sack of Ruben Amorim is now having impact with players also lost some confidence and things are also back on their worst.

Management is now doing their job which is never been ideal for positive results but still they are having enough time for bringing changes and also having right man for coaching job if they are keeping Ruben Amorim I was sure about their better results in this season but now sudden this more break hearts and things are also looking not good for good end of season.

Manchester United need a coach who can bring some confidence back to the players, even at a basic level. In that sense, appointing Michael Carrick until the end of the season sounds quite logical. For Carrick himself, it’s almost a no-lose situation. If things don’t work out, it’s unlikely he’ll take the full blame, because the club’s problems clearly run much deeper. And if he manages to steady the team and push for a top-five finish, he instantly becomes a hero.

You're actually right selling the club now might be the only solution to this misery they are into but will the Glazzer family ever try to do that? Like this Manchester United you're seeing now is so deep into politics that they all knew exactly what might help the team to go back to it glory days but they can't since they are getting their money out of the club, Truth be told let's keep past glory aside Manchester United is now very much an average team that no team is ever afraid to face now, to me any match won by them is just out of luck that might have been on their side that very day that's all.

[TastyChillySauce00]

Maybe it's a bit unrelated here but there is a reason I'm writing it here. Xabi Alonso has left Real Madrid after the Super Cup loss. Let's come to why I preferred this thread...

Do you think there is a chance to see him at Liverpool soon? Arne Slot doesn't do well and maybe after this news the board might start thinking of replacing him with Xabi Alonso I think.



Source: https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2010761846446489711

Sorry, no place for Xabi in Liverpool. I know he was Liverpool legend, but since Slot is still fully backed by the board, it's impossible to bring him in. Unless, he is patience enough until the end of season and Slot becomes flop, then he can take the place. I know nothing impossible, but Liverpool is slowly waking up again.
So i believe board won't be stupid enough to disturb club's growth.

[Lannakosa]

Sorry, no place for Xabi in Liverpool. I know he was Liverpool legend, but since Slot is still fully backed by the board, it's impossible to bring him in. Unless, he is patience enough until the end of season and Slot becomes flop, then he can take the place. I know nothing impossible, but Liverpool is slowly waking up again.
So i believe board won't be stupid enough to disturb club's growth.

Alonso was in demand when he was at Bayer Leverkusen, but after his dismissal at Real Madrid, interest in him may not be as high, although I think he's a good coach and won't be out of a job for long. Discussing Liverpool now is pointless because Slot is still their coach, although I also didn't think Alonso would be fired after the Super Cup final. He didn't do anything wrong at Real Madrid, so I think he'll receive many offers from different clubs now.