⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Amphenomenon]

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That is right, in this match between Liverpool and Chelsea there is no real stake. That is why the game feel like not much exciting to me.

However even if there is no relegation threat or title pressure, Chelsea's current disorganized state does not seem to be able to recover anything from this match. You know Liverpool are always the tigers at their home ground Anfield and they will want to leave the field with a comfortable win to keep their hopes of playing in the European League alive. So, I do not think Chelsea will be able to fight back much in this match. Liverpool will not care about them at home.

Chelsea are going to lose against Liverpool more likely. In a serious note I don't see my team being able to do anything against their attack if they are able to attack well at Home.

Anfield is a tough place for anyone especially when Liverpool gives their best, we won at Home against them this season, I don't expect an Home and Away win for us especially with our current performance.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Carrick is doing a good job as manager and the team is happy with that. The management will decide, but I think the players' perspective on the manager is also important because they work together and compete. Carrick has performed well so far and is currently the best candidate for the future.

Manchester United need to fight for the top. The other teams are very strong, but they also need to work to reach the level of the other teams. If Carrick stays, I think United can be even more successful.

Carrick has to stay, no matter what, because I don't see any other way. In fact, whatever this coach says has to be done at the club because it's the one that has guaranteed him resounding success, and that seems good to me because after everything they've been through, I think this coach knew how to keep things as they are. That's why in this respect things must be respected as they are; they can't let things get out of hand.

[Abbatty]

Liverpool - Chelsea could have been a more interesting match if any of them were under danger.

At least Liverpool aren't in such danger as they are still 6 points safe from Bournemouth. I don't think they would let it be closed in 3 weeks.

Chelsea would actually make use of some wins to quality for something. But they don't look good even a bit. I don't expect them to steal any point from even this version of Liverpool.

I see another interesting match but for me I think Liverpool are favorites in this game, we have seen Chelsea struggle so much in recent that they even failed to score goals in over 5 games, they have not win any game in their last 7 premier league games. Anfield has always been a very difficult place for Chelsea and with their poor foam I think it going to be Another lost on the road for them.

Liverpool are still chasing a champions league football and a win in this game can put them in a very good position to qualify so they will give it everything. For me if I’m to gamble in this game I would rather go on Goals or corner kick thank going for a win.

[DYOR+BTC]

Carrick is doing a good job as manager and the team is happy with that. The management will decide, but I think the players' perspective on the manager is also important because they work together and compete. Carrick has performed well so far and is currently the best candidate for the future.

Manchester United need to fight for the top. The other teams are very strong, but they also need to work to reach the level of the other teams. If Carrick stays, I think United can be even more successful.

Carrick has to stay, no matter what, because I don't see any other way. In fact, whatever this coach says has to be done at the club because it's the one that has guaranteed him resounding success, and that seems good to me because after everything they've been through, I think this coach knew how to keep things as they are. That's why in this respect things must be respected as they are; they can't let things get out of hand.

Yes  Michael carricks decision at Manchester United currently now should never be neglected because his reconstructing strength is unique and very much different from that of others, if not the results others got at Manchester United would have been the same result that could have surfaced now at the team, therefore neglecting his counciling at United should be regarded with complete respect and never taked common for now if they want Manchester united to continue with same speed.

[barbara44]

I watched Arsenal loss to Bournemouth, that's one of the team that I don't expect anything from this season but they beat Arsenal which is why I'm skeptical about the rest of the 3 matches but if you look at what is even happening in the Premier League, it's worse with predictions now in my opinion. Didn't Manchester City just draw to Everton at big moment of winning the Premier League, they are behind with 2 point, this is why it's even difficult to know the end.

For what it's worth, Arsenal are not bad and we have seen some matches they have players home and away since last month to this month and they are not that bad. I still agree with them to win the league over Manchester City under the condition that they will not lose any match from here else they will suffer things they did recently. If Manchester City lose one from here, they are done with the battle and if Arsenal lose from another one, Manchester city still has a chance.

Bournemouth is one of the teams that always create problems they have a history of beating big teams in their own backyard. Currently they are in the sixth spot with a good chance of having a UEFA chance in the coming season. Arsenal was under pressure and also has not had good performance in a few games. Bournemouth took good advantage and won this game.

This was a big setback for Arsenal, but no doubt things are now back to normal, with Bournemouth's coming games not easy they are visiting Fulham and then hosting Manchester City and last game against Nottingham Forest.

They needed to give their best because if they failed, things were going to be not easy for them, but they are always on a good run and have good potential to beat any team on their day.

[Ndabagi01]

Carrick has to stay, no matter what, because I don't see any other way. In fact, whatever this coach says has to be done at the club because it's the one that has guaranteed him resounding success, and that seems good to me because after everything they've been through, I think this coach knew how to keep things as they are. That's why in this respect things must be respected as they are; they can't let things get out of hand.

Manchester United must be joking to allow this man go without them keeping him permanent. He has done way much for this team and has made them being able to lift their heads up without shame again, he is the right man for the job. They say he isn’t experienced and they fear given him the job permanently and then begin to fumble. What amuses me about this statement is that, when he was playing against the experienced teams, he was not pointed at to be an inexperienced coach not until now that his accolades needs to be given to him and collect his crown for his efforts. As far as I know, he’ll do well for this team and will bring them out better when his deal is permanent.

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Manchester United must be joking to allow this man go without them keeping him permanent. He has done way much for this team and has made them being able to lift their heads up without shame again, he is the right man for the job. They say he isn’t experienced and they fear given him the job permanently and then begin to fumble. What amuses me about this statement is that, when he was playing against the experienced teams, he was not pointed at to be an inexperienced coach not until now that his accolades needs to be given to him and collect his crown for his efforts. As far as I know, he’ll do well for this team and will bring them out better when his deal is permanent.

You are right but whatever may be their decision, they should also be ready to accept whatever may be the result because some teams won't value the importance of the one they have now, they like it when they are encounter with one won't help them out but brings them shame and disgrace, then they will start to look for who to put the blame onto. That is why its better for them to avoid repeating mistakes that will destroy them but if they choose to go their own way, its up to them to still decide.

[Sammye3]

Manchester United must be joking to allow this man go without them keeping him permanent. He has done way much for this team and has made them being able to lift their heads up without shame again, he is the right man for the job. They say he isn’t experienced and they fear given him the job permanently and then begin to fumble. What amuses me about this statement is that, when he was playing against the experienced teams, he was not pointed at to be an inexperienced coach not until now that his accolades needs to be given to him and collect his crown for his efforts. As far as I know, he’ll do well for this team and will bring them out better when his deal is permanent.

If Carrick gets sacked, i know Manchester United owners are the worse set of owners to spoil things for themselves, the interim coach after when Ten Hag was sacked, did well for the few games he was appointed to coach, now that Carrick is doing the same and better, why not leave him to remain permanently, there is nothing to deliberate, Carrick did take Manchester United to compete in the Champions League next season, it is a big win for the club.

[Issa56]

Chelsea are going to lose against Liverpool more likely. In a serious note I don't see my team being able to do anything against their attack if they are able to attack well at Home.

I don’t expect anything serious from Chelsea in the match, Chelsea performance has been terrible recently, they just losing matches unnecessarily, it’s surprising how Chelsea are losing some matches that they are suppose to win. Chelsea are now finding it difficult to score goals in match, they have been losing most of their matches.

Liverpool performance has dropped also, they didn’t play well this season, but Liverpool plays better than Chelsea this season, and I feel they will be able to win Chelsea tomorrow. The match won’t be a easy one I know that, but if I will be comparing the two teams performance, I will be predicting Liverpool to win. If I can remember well Chelsea haven’t been able to get any win in their last 6 premier league matches. It’s really a bad one for a team like Chelsea, I don’t really know how Chelsea management will be able to improve the team’s performance.

[Amphenomenon]

Chelsea are going to lose against Liverpool more likely. In a serious note I don't see my team being able to do anything against their attack if they are able to attack well at Home.

I don’t expect anything serious from Chelsea in the match, Chelsea performance has been terrible recently, they just losing matches unnecessarily, it’s surprising how Chelsea are losing some matches that they are suppose to win. Chelsea are now finding it difficult to score goals in match, they have been losing most of their matches.

Liverpool performance has dropped also, they didn’t play well this season, but Liverpool plays better than Chelsea this season, and I feel they will be able to win Chelsea tomorrow. The match won’t be a easy one I know that, but if I will be comparing the two teams performance, I will be predicting Liverpool to win. If I can remember well Chelsea haven’t been able to get any win in their last 6 premier league matches. It’s really a bad one for a team like Chelsea, I don’t really know how Chelsea management will be able to improve the team’s performance.

Liverpool are inconsistent but they are still the very much better than Chelsea and seeing how things are going they are going to get all three points.

Although I'm not bothered about we losing this game after all there were games we ought to have won thst we failed to win but still I hope we get all three points in our coming meeting against Tottenham.

[Oluwa-btc]

Carrick is doing a good job as manager and the team is happy with that. The management will decide, but I think the players' perspective on the manager is also important because they work together and compete. Carrick has performed well so far and is currently the best candidate for the future.

Manchester United need to fight for the top. The other teams are very strong, but they also need to work to reach the level of the other teams. If Carrick stays, I think United can be even more successful.

Carrick has to stay, no matter what, because I don't see any other way. In fact, whatever this coach says has to be done at the club because it's the one that has guaranteed him resounding success, and that seems good to me because after everything they've been through, I think this coach knew how to keep things as they are. That's why in this respect things must be respected as they are; they can't let things get out of hand.

Most of you fans saying he should stay will be the same people throwing him under the bus when things do not go well for him next season.
The management should take their time and bring in whoever they deem worthy for this position. The last six months performance from.the lads has not just impressed the fans but also the club hierarchical members.

[Taricoins]

Bournemouth is one of the teams that always create problems they have a history of beating big teams in their own backyard. Currently they are in the sixth spot with a good chance of having a UEFA chance in the coming season. Arsenal was under pressure and also has not had good performance in a few games. Bournemouth took good advantage and won this game.

This was a big setback for Arsenal, but no doubt things are now back to normal, with Bournemouth's coming games not easy they are visiting Fulham and then hosting Manchester City and last game against Nottingham Forest.

They needed to give their best because if they failed, things were going to be not easy for them, but they are always on a good run and have good potential to beat any team on their day.

I totally I agree with you, the team I am most terrified of in the EPL is gat to be Bournemouth, aside from them is Brentford, the reason for that is because they are always unpredictable and that isn't good. The good thing for Arsenal is that they have already played Bournemouth so it Man City has to deal with the headache.

One thing about Bournemouth is there unorganized midfield play and that is always terrifying to deal with.

[Agbam]

Manchester United must be joking to allow this man go without them keeping him permanent. He has done way much for this team and has made them being able to lift their heads up without shame again, he is the right man for the job. They say he isn’t experienced and they fear given him the job permanently and then begin to fumble. What amuses me about this statement is that, when he was playing against the experienced teams, he was not pointed at to be an inexperienced coach not until now that his accolades needs to be given to him and collect his crown for his efforts. As far as I know, he’ll do well for this team and will bring them out better when his deal is permanent.

If Carrick gets sacked, i know Manchester United owners are the worse set of owners to spoil things for themselves, the interim coach after when Ten Hag was sacked, did well for the few games he was appointed to coach, now that Carrick is doing the same and better, why not leave him to remain permanently, there is nothing to deliberate, Carrick did take Manchester United to compete in the Champions League next season, it is a big win for the club.

Manchester United board is just so funny, this shouldn’t even be up for discussion or whatever it is that’s going on right now, what Michael Carrick has done its undeniable and amazing. No other manager has been able to get United to play how they’re playing right now.

There was a statistics that showed that since Michael Carrick took over the manager position at United they have accumulated the most points from those games than even Arsenal and City.

[GiftedMAN]

If Carrick gets sacked, i know Manchester United owners are the worse set of owners to spoil things for themselves, the interim coach after when Ten Hag was sacked, did well for the few games he was appointed to coach, now that Carrick is doing the same and better, why not leave him to remain permanently, there is nothing to deliberate, Carrick did take Manchester United to compete in the Champions League next season, it is a big win for the club.

Manchester United team is not just a small club the management understands the importance of keeping Michael Carrick for the long term as the new coach but they also have a reason why they as re yet to announce him as the coach even after qualifying the team to the champions League for next season. If they decide not to offer him the job there must be a reason but if they give him the job then it's a good one for them.

[EL MOHA]

Most of you fans saying he should stay will be the same people throwing him under the bus when things do not go well for him next season.
The management should take their time and bring in whoever they deem worthy for this position. The last six months performance from.the lads has not just impressed the fans but also the club hierarchical members.

I am not quite surprised though we all know how winning Euphoria actually makes fans to actually started wishing something, I could remember vividly when the same fans rushed the board to giving Ole Solkjaer a contract when he inspired a come back against PSG as an interim manager and it was the same fans that actually couldn’t believe the process and even called him a PE teacher when things weren’t going on well. Same thing happened to other managers too after that. And yet again they don’t want the board to relax and make a great decision this time around again.

For me I don’t have any problem with Micheal Carrick been the permanent coach but two things must be understand which is: 1), the board must go all out for top players this summer to fill key positions. They support the manager properly in his first transfer window.
2), the fans should understand that there will be Lows next season most especially from a young manager like Carrick and they shouldn’t be ready to throw him under the boss easily, he needs time

[1kodumtek7]

Tomorrow the first match looks really attracting! Yeah maybe Chelsea are trash and Liverpool aren't having one of their best seasons.

But I still don't expect a boring match. Liverpool would be in control most of the time I guess. Chelsea are in a big mess these days...

I expect Liverpool to win at Anfield. Maybe even without at least a few goals considering Chelsea's weak defense.

[Accardo]

Tomorrow the first match looks really attracting! Yeah maybe Chelsea are trash and Liverpool aren't having one of their best seasons.

But I still don't expect a boring match. Liverpool would be in control most of the time I guess. Chelsea are in a big mess these days...

I expect Liverpool to win at Anfield. Maybe even without at least a few goals considering Chelsea's weak defense.

Chelsea goes about giving every opponent some free points and high goal expectant. The club is unlikely going to get a grip on Liverpool, whose side isn't strong too, but seem to have the gravity to destroy the weaker opponent. It would be an interesting play, Chelsea only need to, if possible, strengthen their back line, to be able to hold Liverpool on a draw in the match.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

Tomorrow the first match looks really attracting! Yeah maybe Chelsea are trash and Liverpool aren't having one of their best seasons.

But I still don't expect a boring match. Liverpool would be in control most of the time I guess. Chelsea are in a big mess these days...

I expect Liverpool to win at Anfield. Maybe even without at least a few goals considering Chelsea's weak defense.

Well, as much as I will go with this same prediction, don't you think it's carelessness to not consider any possibility for a surprise assuming you are to place a bet on the outcome of this match?
Saying this because in as much as Chelsea are in a very bad state at the moment, I do not think they have gone completely toothless, they could still land a surprise by finding a way to best Liverpool regardless of how unlikely we think or believe this will happen.

I still remember Manchester United at the beginning of this season and all through last seasons, they were probably in a worst state than Chelsea currently is and regardless, they were still able to win some games, just that they lost most or majority of their games,
Liverpool definitely have a higher chances of winning the match but I won't completely rule out the possibility of Chelsea winning or maybe getting the match to end in a draw, they gave lost too many games and I think they will try to atleast, redeem their self a little.

[9ja Amaka]

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That is right, in this match between Liverpool and Chelsea there is no real stake. That is why the game feel like not much exciting to me.

However even if there is no relegation threat or title pressure, Chelsea's current disorganized state does not seem to be able to recover anything from this match. You know Liverpool are always the tigers at their home ground Anfield and they will want to leave the field with a comfortable win to keep their hopes of playing in the European League alive. So, I do not think Chelsea will be able to fight back much in this match. Liverpool will not care about them at home.

Chelsea is in a very bad situation right now and I don't see them putting up any fight against Liverpool at the Anfield. Liverpool are not also in their best form right now, but I think they are still miles better than Chelsea right now, so I am expecting Liverpool to win this one easily. Chelsea also have some injury concerns to some important players,  which will also make their team more weak for this contest.  I will be surprised if Chelsea gets a result here, because they have been poor recently and I don't see them getting a result in this game.

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

Chelsea goes about giving every opponent some free points and high goal expectant. The club is unlikely going to get a grip on Liverpool, whose side isn't strong too, but seem to have the gravity to destroy the weaker opponent. It would be an interesting play, Chelsea only need to, if possible, strengthen their back line, to be able to hold Liverpool on a draw in the match.

Chelsea's inconsistency has cost them the chance to finish higher at the end of the season and they are now certain to miss out on qualifying for the Champions League or Europa League. Their next match is against Liverpool, so we can predict how the result will be and I'm quite confident Chelsea will ultimately drop points in that match, as Liverpool will also be looking to secure a Champions League spot. Chelsea are not in a favorable position going into this match, so it will be quite difficult for Chelsea to keep Liverpool from getting all three points and I'm not sure they can do it.