⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Spaceman1000$]

Manchester United had just one bad game, it's too soon to judge them based on just one bad situation, I do not think that we are going to see this being a big problem just as of yet. I understand if they keep this up, then it could be a bigger problem, but for right now we could just say that it is not going to be the same thing. We should consider how things could be looking very different to most people out there, and for that reason we need to be careful as well.

I understand how United could go as low as fifth, but at the same time, that's still going to UCL, isn't it? That means even the worst thing for United is far better than last year, and I would guess that we should expect them to have a much better year next year.

This is the best time for Micheal Carrick to do better, we were all here cheering him and telling him how he was very good when he assumed the role in Manchester United, he did more than well enough to push the team to the top of the league but as time goes on, the inconsistency in their performance is not good, as it is now the only difference between him and Amorim is that he is at the top of the league while Amorim didn't but their early performance in the club are identical.

There is no time left again before we wrap up the season but I still believe Manchester United can finish among the top teams that will qualify for the Champions League. It's not even a debate but if he is not officially signed yet to the club as their coach. If he want something good in offer, he must be willing to do more so he can convince the club that he can do better than any person that might be challenging him to take the job from him.

When Michael Carrick assumed the role of Manchester United manager he did well and pushed Manchester United to the champions league place, and plenty of Manchester United fans want Manchester United management to give Michael Carrick a long term deal while some Manchester United legends were agains the idea, stating that Michael Carrick is not qualified to be giving a long term deal, with the inconsistency Michael Carrick is showing at the moment, he is proven the Manchester United legends who do not want him to coach Manchester United next season right, so i agree, this is the best time for Michael Carrick to do better, increase Manchester United chances of finishing in the 3rd place this year, and also increase his chances of earning a long term deal and retaining his role of Manchester United manager.

I do not agree with those Manchester United Legends that want Michael Carrick to be out, this is because this guy came in at a point the club was in a dire state, he used his expertise to manage the club to this lofty height some person are saying they might go to Champions League. At least they should allow the guy in build more experience on the job, he is a first timer and for me he is not doing bad if we want to look at where they were coming from.

[Danica22]

I do not agree with those Manchester United Legends that want Michael Carrick to be out, this is because this guy came in at a point the club was in a dire state, he used his expertise to manage the club to this lofty height some person are saying they might go to Champions League. At least they should allow the guy in build more experience on the job, he is a first timer and for me he is not doing bad if we want to look at where they were coming from.

If Manchester United management sacks Carrick then it will be another wrong decision of theirs. For the past few seasons we have seen Manchester United's poor and bad performance. Last season the team was in 15th place in the points table. United's performance was also very poor at the beginning of this season. Manchester United has improved very quickly after Carrick took charge. Full credit for this should be given to Carrick. Manchester United should give Carrick at least a 2-year contract. And Carrick should be given full freedom to build and manage the squad.

[Accardo]

Yes that can't understand why the Man United coach will be replaced after struggling hard to reach a good point in the standings especially having secured a Champion League ticket, the only hope of fans is maybe extending the contract and giving him the freedom to buy the players he wants in order to develop his team in his own way without involving the club management or owner.

The managerial body of manchester united is unclear whether it's a great decision to move Carrick from the position of interim coach to a permanent position. They're not yet satisfied with the transformation he's done and thinks it could diminish the moment he get the management position. Taking out Carrick could be their worst possible mistake as a club, unless they have a strong conviction that he won't do well when made a full time coach, which assumption is still very wrong. He's proven himself despite coming in as an interim coach when the club performance was too poor.

[yixichloro2xx]

Manchester United had just one bad game, it's too soon to judge them based on just one bad situation, I do not think that we are going to see this being a big problem just as of yet. I understand if they keep this up, then it could be a bigger problem, but for right now we could just say that it is not going to be the same thing. We should consider how things could be looking very different to most people out there, and for that reason we need to be careful as well.

I understand how United could go as low as fifth, but at the same time, that's still going to UCL, isn't it? That means even the worst thing for United is far better than last year, and I would guess that we should expect them to have a much better year next year.

This is the best time for Micheal Carrick to do better, we were all here cheering him and telling him how he was very good when he assumed the role in Manchester United, he did more than well enough to push the team to the top of the league but as time goes on, the inconsistency in their performance is not good, as it is now the only difference between him and Amorim is that he is at the top of the league while Amorim didn't but their early performance in the club are identical.

There is no time left again before we wrap up the season but I still believe Manchester United can finish among the top teams that will qualify for the Champions League. It's not even a debate but if he is not officially signed yet to the club as their coach. If he want something good in offer, he must be willing to do more so he can convince the club that he can do better than any person that might be challenging him to take the job from him.

When Michael Carrick assumed the role of Manchester United manager he did well and pushed Manchester United to the champions league place, and plenty of Manchester United fans want Manchester United management to give Michael Carrick a long term deal while some Manchester United legends were agains the idea, stating that Michael Carrick is not qualified to be giving a long term deal, with the inconsistency Michael Carrick is showing at the moment, he is proven the Manchester United legends who do not want him to coach Manchester United next season right, so i agree, this is the best time for Michael Carrick to do better, increase Manchester United chances of finishing in the 3rd place this year, and also increase his chances of earning a long term deal and retaining his role of Manchester United manager.

I do not agree with those Manchester United Legends that want Michael Carrick to be out, this is because this guy came in at a point the club was in a dire state, he used his expertise to manage the club to this lofty height some person are saying they might go to Champions League. At least they should allow the guy in build more experience on the job, he is a first timer and for me he is not doing bad if we want to look at where they were coming from.

Most of these Manchester United legends often give nonsense advice. When Amorim was still managing the club, Manchester United was a laughing stock. They hardly win game's, club often disgraced them both in home and away. They didn't even have the chance of qualifying for the champions League, I think they were in 8th position when Amorim left. To be honest Micheal Carrick has done a wonderful job at the club. They have done one of the most impossible things this season. By beating Arsenal at home and also Manchester City,  Both title contenders. I don't think there's any coach available currently, even in the  upcoming summer window. They should just stick with Carrick till next season, and I feel he can do some wonderful job there.

[Jessie2121]

Can not really say if Wolves are going to score Leeds with the way they have been playing, is almost half time and Leeds are still leading but the way Wolves are trying to get pass the defense of Leeds if they continue with this same energy and add it up with something special I believe in the second half there would be a goal for wolve. The manager need to change something that isn't working and he should add up what he didn't right from the start. If Wolves scored I can say the game is definitely ending in a draw.

A difficult situation for Wolves, trailing by 2 goals in the first half. This season has been very bad for them. We can actually see that Wolves struggled last season, but they were still able to survive. But this season, it has not made any progress. Even if they score in the second half, the season cannot save them from defeat.

They have always been in a tight corner since the beginning of this season, too bad that the season is coming to an end and there is nothing they can do to help themselves out of this situation, with time they would mark them as relegated team. Leeds UTD made it 3nil and with how they played the confidence is really growing to take on any team no matter how strong the opposition seems to be. Right from the start of the game we all know how it will that Wolves will continue to defend and defend but what made me say what I said is because of how the Wolves players look organized like they were going to get 1 or 2 goals but after conceding the first goal their pressure reduced and they started playing like the Wolves we know from the beginning of this season.

[Webutxo]

I do not agree with those Manchester United Legends that want Michael Carrick to be out, this is because this guy came in at a point the club was in a dire state, he used his expertise to manage the club to this lofty height some person are saying they might go to Champions League. At least they should allow the guy in build more experience on the job, he is a first timer and for me he is not doing bad if we want to look at where they were coming from.

I don't like to operate my mind with what the public are doing, Carrick is good and not that bad like Amorim but what if the club brings a good manager and experience one for that matter and later do well than want Carrick is doing right now, I guess everyone will be happy to see the new coach. What are we going to say if they allow Carrick to stay for another season with the team and suddenly he start to play like who is not inform about the team incompetency.

So many things is possible as long as football is concern but I will love to see Manchester United focus on signing good players with good profile history. I don't want to be seeing players everywhere all money warded and when asked why are the players not equating to the money spend and they start giving excuses to how some players are not fit and suffering from previous injuries, these are the things they ought to have check now before they buy any players from any club.

[rachael9385]

I do not agree with those Manchester United Legends that want Michael Carrick to be out, this is because this guy came in at a point the club was in a dire state, he used his expertise to manage the club to this lofty height some person are saying they might go to Champions League. At least they should allow the guy in build more experience on the job, he is a first timer and for me he is not doing bad if we want to look at where they were coming from.

If Manchester United management sacks Carrick then it will be another wrong decision of theirs. For the past few seasons we have seen Manchester United's poor and bad performance. Last season the team was in 15th place in the points table. United's performance was also very poor at the beginning of this season. Manchester United has improved very quickly after Carrick took charge. Full credit for this should be given to Carrick. Manchester United should give Carrick at least a 2-year contract. And Carrick should be given full freedom to build and manage the squad.

I see no reason why carrick should be sacked because since he came into the club his efforts has been productive, we all know how damaged Manchester United was before he stepped in. Just because they have had some bad moments lately doesn't mean that he isn't putting in his best anymore, we cannot always expect a team to be a hundred percent in every match they play.

[Nheer]

Chelsea vs Manchester United

It is very difficult to pick a favorite team in this match. Both groups are in the same situation. We have seen some poor performances  from both the teams in the last few  matches. So it is difficult to predict which team will play well in this match.

In past matches of chelsea vs united we have seen the home team perform well. Manchester united won the home match against chelsea this season as well. Chelsea will play at their home today. Chelsea have won their last  two home matches against united. And the last time chelsea lost at home was  against united in  2022. So bettors on united's win will have to consider this as well.

I feel based on form Manchester United is a bit more consistent than Chelsea but Chelsea being the home team makes it more balance and difficult to predict a winner. They are both chasing the same champions league qualification and as you said none of them are more superior to win comfortably.
Personally I believe Chelsea are capable of winning this one, they have to win it if they want to keep their champions league qualification hope alive. Sometimes past results doesn't usually matter in games like this but the current form of both teams will determine who will be better and who will win as the home team usually perform better.

Since it's difficult to predict a winner my predictions will be on goals, I think both teams are going to score a goal in this one so let's see how it goes.

[Zoomic]

Presidents often go too far in sacking and replacing managers too quickly; club management should show more patience. In my opinion, Solskjaer was doing well, and you have to allow for mistakes and give him time to put things right; instead, this obsession with results only leads to long periods of darkness. Look at Atlético Madrid under Simeone: he’s had good seasons and not so good ones, but in the end they have always had faith in him, even in the worst of times.

I get your point clearly, but we know how tense the premier league is. For instance, imagine a club like Chelsea putting a coach on permanent contract and seeing their self dropping to 15th or 16th in the table, only the pressure from the fans, the president already knows what to do. The pressure from the premier league is not the same as the Spanish league, so we can't compare Atletico Madrid with any top premier league teams in terms of holding onto one manager. This same idea of sacking and replacing manager is the cause of Tottenham Hotspur recent downfall. If Roberto de Zerbi fails to win his next 3 fixtures, we can start hearing rumours of sacking him. That is the premier league for you.

[AYOBA]

Manchester United is playing against Chelsea tonight and it is going to be another test for Carrick, Chelsea have lost many games in their last matches and they will be coming into this game with a good confidence to beat Manchester United and get the three points, Carrick need to work smart because many Manchester United defenders are out of the game because of injuries and suspension and that is the weak point at this moment, the game is going to be tough but Manchester United need to play better.

They will be a interesting match tonight, but the fact is that I don’t expect much from Chelsea this night due to how I saw their performances in their previous match i don’t think they will able to beat Manchester United we all know that Manchester United are not are in a good form this season; and with that Chelsea can find it very difficult to beat Manchester United.

The one issues that Manchester United will be face is what you stated earlier about most of their players that are injures, but know why Manchester United can do they will do everything possible to make sure they stand well in their feet to get a positive results against Chelsea tonight.

[Just Say]

Leeds United are really starting to show magi, at this stage, if we look at Leeds United, they may not be able to make the same progress as Aston Villa and Liverpool, but their last four matches have been commendable performances. This team in particular won against Man United on April 14th and we saw that they were able to take another giant step towards survival in the tournament with a professional 3-0 win today in the 33rd round match against Wolves, who are at the bottom of the PL. Another big surprise for this team is that they beat West Ham in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup and their opponents in the FA Cup semi-finals are the Blues As far as I know, based on their current performance, Chelsea will not be able to easily handle Leeds United's attacking surge.

[Franctoshi]

Same as my thoughts, I still believe Manchester United is winning the game or it ends in draw, because I can't imagine Chelsea winning the game, after how they have dropped form lately, and I think Manchester United team each time the benchers are given opportunities to play they always show working, and I believe that is exactly what is going to happen in today's match, like Manchester United is going to shook the world, without the likes of their top defenders they are still going to win the game, highest it ends in draws.

Chelsea lack the technical no how to win Manchester United at this time, although football can gives us unexpected results at the end of any match but we can't stop predicting with the form and performance of every team, Chelsea has dropped so much form to the extent that no person can confidently stand to say that they will win any team at the moment, we lost count of how many matches they have lost recently, despite that Manchester United lost their last match, Chelsea cannot win them, the least that can playout in that match is a draw according to you but I still doubt if Chelsea can get such result.

You have to approach this game with caution and don't reason it that way because this particular game can come with a surprising result, because when it comes to Manchester United vs. Chelsea, their games aren't judged by their form because on some occasions I have seen Chelsea win against Man Utd when they're not even in form and Man Utd win against Chelsea when they're not in form either, whereas Chelsea were in form.

[Baki202]

Leeds United are really starting to show magic because I'm so amazed by the performance of this team. At this stage, if we look at Leeds United, they may not be able to make the same progress as Arsenal and Manchester City, but their last four matches have been commendable performances. This team in particular won against Man United on April 14th and today we saw them take control of the match against Wolves, embarrassing them by winning 3-0.

Wolves are not that strong and they have been in so much struggle and Leeds was not even in consideration of there feelings and they were just dropping goals for Wolves and there progress is not even relevant at this point because how can you compare arsenal and Manchester City to Leeds and they can only flex muscles on clubs and the Leeds can performing this way next season then it won't be joke at all because and they played a good game and this should be even an embarrassing moments for Wolves because they did not even have the opportunity to score a single goal.

Another big surprise for this team is that they beat West Ham in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup and their only opponent in the FA Cup is the Blues As far as I know, based on their current performance, Chelsea will not be able to easily handle Leeds United's attacking surge.

And a lot of surprises actually and that is why you don't underestimate some of this clubs and how West Ham made it this far in the FA Cup is just to surprising and Tottenham against Brighton is still there and tottong just scored a goal which might make Brighton score a goal also making the whole game ending  in draw because Tottenham do not have a serious strong hold at this point talk more of a direction.

[Nwadiche]

Manchester United is playing against Chelsea tonight and it is going to be another test for Carrick, Chelsea have lost many games in their last matches and they will be coming into this game with a good confidence to beat Manchester United and get the three points, Carrick need to work smart because many Manchester United defenders are out of the game because of injuries and suspension and that is the weak point at this moment, the game is going to be tough but Manchester United need to play better.

They will be a interesting match tonight, but the fact is that I don’t expect much from Chelsea this night due to how I saw their performances in their previous match i don’t think they will able to beat Manchester United we all know that Manchester United are not are in a good form this season; and with that Chelsea can find it very difficult to beat Manchester United.

The one issues that Manchester United will be face is what you stated earlier about most of their players that are injures, but know why Manchester United can do they will do everything possible to make sure they stand well in their feet to get a positive results against Chelsea tonight.

This game will be a very tough one for both sides, with Chelsea trying to make top four this season. I know Chelsea will put more pressure in this match due to their past losses i understand that man utd has little problem in defence line, but we all know that whenever man utd is playing Chelsea whether home or away man utd is always ready to play Chelsea either they're inform or not they always show seriousness when they meet Chelsea. Man utd is already in third position on the table i think Chelsea will be the one to Mount pressure on them this night, but let's see how the game will end.

[ITExpert]

Manchester United had just one bad game, it's too soon to judge them based on just one bad situation, I do not think that we are going to see this being a big problem just as of yet. I understand if they keep this up, then it could be a bigger problem, but for right now we could just say that it is not going to be the same thing. We should consider how things could be looking very different to most people out there, and for that reason we need to be careful as well.

I understand how United could go as low as fifth, but at the same time, that's still going to UCL, isn't it? That means even the worst thing for United is far better than last year, and I would guess that we should expect them to have a much better year next year.

I think this is true somehow that it's too early to judge Manchester United on the base of their single match. But the thing is that they can do it in even more better way and they can avoid the situation they faced after the match. And this is also true that if they keep going on this way this will really creates more problems for them. Because it's already too late that they get a prominent position in the field after a very terrible situation. And I think the viewers and their fans should keep trust on the Micheal Carrick as he just brings a lot of changes in the team in a very positive way. And he will further more to make the team perform best in their upcoming matches. And they have to take this situation as a lesson and avoid the same mistake again and maintain their being good.

[Distraction]

Tottenham lost points again! They really made me excited about them to win finally when Xavi Simons made it 2-1. But Rutter's goal in the stoppage time just hit them hard...

Now the result of the Crystal Palace - West Ham match is going to be really critical! If somehow West Ham manage to steal 3 points the gap with Tottenham will go up to 4 points. Then I don't know how De Zerbi could save them from relegation. 

[Ndabagi01]

The managerial body of manchester united is unclear whether it's a great decision to move Carrick from the position of interim coach to a permanent position. They're not yet satisfied with the transformation he's done and thinks it could diminish the moment he get the management position. Taking out Carrick could be their worst possible mistake as a club, unless they have a strong conviction that he won't do well when made a full time coach, which assumption is still very wrong. He's proven himself despite coming in as an interim coach when the club performance was too poor.

Everything is all about trial and error and they should not come to a conclusion that Carrick will fail when given the managerial position when he is even yet to actually been tested. So far, he has really improved the condition of the team and they can’t deny the fact that he is one of the best coach that has managed the team since Manchester United began to face crisis several years ago. They should give him the opportunity to manage the team as a full time coach, if he doesn’t do well, they can sack him and bring another person. Unless they have a better option now which I think they don’t, Manchester United has improved drastically so well under Carrick.

[Son Of Blockchain (SOB)]

Tottenham lost points again! They really made me excited about them to win finally when Xavi Simons made it 2-1. But Rutter's goal in the stoppage time just hit them hard...

Now the result of the Crystal Palace - West Ham match is going to be really critical! If somehow West Ham manage to steal 3 points the gap with Tottenham will go up to 4 points. Then I don't know how De Zerbi could save them from relegation. 

De Zerbi would be very shock and disappointed at the result well he made it clear that whether Tottenham ends up in the relegation or not he'll still remain their manager so he better start preparing to manage them if they end up in the Championship League, I'm not eisj8ng them bad but with how it's going i don't feel they'll escape relegation.
 I won't blame De Zerbi cause several coaches including Thomas Frank with a Premier League experience had tried but couldn't help the team move forward so if De Zerbi fails to, he shouldn't be blamed cause the team waa already in shambles before he was appointed, I really wished they could escape this mess but "if wishes were horses, beggars would ride".

[beerlover]

Chelsea definitely plays better on the big games. Why Chelsea is lower is because they lose some unexpected games against worse opponents, but when it comes to big clubs, they get ready a lot more. And there is a very valid reason for that as well. Chelsea has way too many players, many of which do not want to be there. And when you are playing against Wolves or whatever, nobody watches that game, and nobody sees you, and as a player you want to be seen.

And if you are playing amazing against teams like City or Arsenal, that is watched, and that means you could get a lot of attention on you. Which is why Chelsea players do not play with their 100% when it comes to small games, but if it's a game that is going to get watched, they play with their 100%.

[Italian Panic]

Tottenham lost points again! They really made me excited about them to win finally when Xavi Simons made it 2-1. But Rutter's goal in the stoppage time just hit them hard...

Now the result of the Crystal Palace - West Ham match is going to be really critical! If somehow West Ham manage to steal 3 points the gap with Tottenham will go up to 4 points. Then I don't know how De Zerbi could save them from relegation. 

Things are really looking bad for De Zerbi and Tottenham now; if West Ham win tomorrow, the gap will widen considerably. I can’t imagine Tottenham in the Championship, perhaps Son would return to lead the team back to the Premier League. It’s incredible how they manage to drop points in the dying minutes of the game.