⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Fuso.hp]

Now Liverpool clearly at the top while Arsenal case is strong for staying at the second spot even they are on bad run in Premier League with no win for last three games but still fight is going on for Champions League spots.

Since the beginning, Liverpool has performed well in the English Premier League, that's why they are able to stay at the top of the points table, but their current performance is not very good, because of this, if Arsenal can perform a little better now, then Arsenal may have a chance to occupy the number one position in the points table. In the last two seasons we have seen Arsenal finish second in the points table. 

In the previous season, Arsenal came very close to the points of Manchester City but in the end they could not occupy the top position of the points table. This season they are second in the points table and are steadily moving forward. With the way Liverpool have been performing for a while, I don't think Arsenal can top the points table this season, but now that their performance has been mixed up, Arsenal can take a chance.

[Minor Miner]

I'm confident Chelsea to lose in this game. I'm feeling it after i saw their odds, which is bigger than 4.53. It's clearly said almost no chance for them to win against their london rival, but draw is still possibly to happen.
I also concerning about how weak Chelsea's defense, though Fofana back into the squad. Things worsen when Palmer is fucking underrated now, and can't carry his club like what he used to.
It most probably they lose 1-2 / 3-1.

Chelsea's performance has been inconsistent. And we have seen in the last few matches that Chelsea's players are not able to play well against big teams. Chelsea have won against Leicester City and Southampton in the last two matches. However, Chelsea lost against Brighton and Aston Villa in the previous two matches. So it is naturally very difficult for Chelsea to win against a strong squad like Arsenal.

You are confident that Chelsea will lose this match. I would be as confident as you if Arsenal were in good form. Arsenal have failed to win in the last three matches. Arsenal lost against West Ham, and shared points with Nottingham Forest and Manchester United. Since Arsenal have not played well in the recent matches, don't you think that Arsenal vs Chelsea match is likely to be a draw?

[Obari]

Chelsea have been through alot lately, alot of drama to deal with at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea performance have been up and down this season. There's no room for reluctant performance as imposed by the Blues headcoach, Enzo Maresca. What are we seeing in current performance? We've watch Chelsea struggle to win games and this is totally not the results they wanted for themselves this season. It's been quite a free run for Chelsea following their intention to get locked in the top four race this season.

With the saga of flopping performance of their top players, talking about Ice cold Palmer, who no longer enter the trends and scoresheet in games, he's been criticized by the fans but I think they're just been unfair with the Englishman simply because he's no longer in the spotlight to net goals for the club. Chelsea performance have been fluctuating since Cole Palmer lose form, this it the time for the club to have his back because he has gotten the team's back since his arrival, now is their turn to carry out their own.

Chelsea facing Arsenal this season is tough, we're all aware about the formidable form of Gunners. They're nailing clubs up and down without a blink of weakness, they're second position on the EPL table. Mikel Arteta play a major role in enabling Arsenal to stay fit and comprehend the tasks that comes before them. Gunners will host Blues at Emirate stadium this weekend, we know what happen in previous meetings with Blues at Stamford Bridge, how everything ended in style, I know draw scores will be even for both parties.

[Velvet78]

Chelsea have been through alot lately, alot of drama to deal with at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea performance have been up and down this season. There's no room for reluctant performance as imposed by the Blues headcoach, Enzo Maresca. What are we seeing in current performance? We've watch Chelsea struggle to win games and this is totally not the results they wanted for themselves this season. It's been quite a free run for Chelsea following their intention to get locked in the top four race this season.

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Consistency isn't a thing Chelsea loves this season.    They did a quite good job for a long time but on the recent weeks they lost quite many points. Now they are trying to pull themselves together with a couple of wins so far.

Top 4 is an important target for Enzo Maresca. They are competing in the Conference League on one hand as well. If they achieve the trophy there and finish the season in top 4 here both then I would call this as progress. Compared to what they did in the previous season I mean. But still a long way to go... I have missed Palmer's productive days. Yeah of course even big talents have bad time periods. But I hope he can restart making score contribution soon. While he is in this condition, Chelsea have lost so many games...

[hyudien]

Stay tuned for a London derby this Sunday! 



The time is according to my timezone by the way. It is GMT+3.

Arsenal are kinda aimless now. The gap is 15 points with Liverpool so there is no title race for them from now on... They would only try to finish at the maximum position they can which is the 2nd place.

For Chelsea I can say they are fighting hard for top 4. They had serious struggles earlier but the results are getting better lately. There are a couple of teams chasing them for the same goal, Manchester City being in the first place.

While there is no Saka and Gabriel Jesus I'm not sure about Arsenal. They are really unpredictable. If I make a bet my first option would be BTTS: Yes.    Hard to predict the outcome here.

I'm confident Chelsea to lose in this game. I'm feeling it after i saw their odds, which is bigger than 4.53. It's clearly said almost no chance for them to win against their london rival, but draw is still possibly to happen.

I also concerning about how weak Chelsea's defense, though Fofana back into the squad. Things worsen when Palmer is fucking underrated now, and can't carry his club like what he used to.

It most probably they lose 1-2 / 3-1.

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

[Juicyhome]

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

Arsenal and Chelsea always end in a draw in the past years, but with the current situation one we agree that Arsenal is much better than Chelsea, and are favorite to win at  home against Chelsea who is struggling for top four spot. That is why it will be tough game, both team wants to win, Arsenal would like to will to close the gap between them and the league leader Liverpool. Chelsea has been out of form recently and they have Euro game at hand today, so they will be unfit for the match on sunday with this current form.

 Arsenal will win so stake on Arsenal, GG will play too, Chelsea will score a goal, its gonna be a super Sunday this weekend. London Rivalry game.

[asriloni]

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

Chelsea's only winning against Southamptno and Leicester City. Their opponent in the last two games were relegation zone club. How can you say like those relegation clubs are equal to the Arsenal?

I don't underestimate Chelsea, but they have to worked even harder in this london derby. I'm gonna be happy if they can do some magic that will help them to beat Arsenal.

I'm concerning how crap their defense, and things worsen with how their forwards also lacked of creativity. This doubts me to bet on them in this game, and probably i avoid to bet on this game.

[Dailyscript]

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

Arsenal and Chelsea always end in a draw in the past years, but with the current situation one we agree that Arsenal is much better than Chelsea, and are favorite to win at  home against Chelsea who is struggling for top four spot. That is why it will be tough game, both team wants to win, Arsenal would like to will to close the gap between them and the league leader Liverpool. Chelsea has been out of form recently and they have Euro game at hand today, so they will be unfit for the match on sunday with this current form.

 Arsenal will win so stake on Arsenal, GG will play too, Chelsea will score a goal, its gonna be a super Sunday this weekend. London Rivalry game.

Arsenal dont have the right squad to win Chelsea currently. They dont have anything fighting for in the Premier League so what Arsenal would do is to reserve the players they have against the Champions League match against Real Madrid. They rather face the UCL than playing their top players against Chelsea when they know nothing good will come out for them in the end. Hopefully they will still qualify for the Champions League next season since they will finish up top 4

[ginsan]

Arsenal and Chelsea always end in a draw in the past years, but with the current situation one we agree that Arsenal is much better than Chelsea, and are favorite to win at  home against Chelsea who is struggling for top four spot. That is why it will be tough game, both team wants to win, Arsenal would like to will to close the gap between them and the league leader Liverpool. Chelsea has been out of form recently and they have Euro game at hand today, so they will be unfit for the match on sunday with this current form.

 Arsenal will win so stake on Arsenal, GG will play too, Chelsea will score a goal, its gonna be a super Sunday this weekend. London Rivalry game.

What match did you see? Arsenal's match statistics against Chelsea in the last 6 matches only 2 ended in a draw the rest were won by Arsenal including a big win of 5 goals last season. So none of their matches always end in a draw because even though every season there are still draws but Arsenal is still quite dominant when compared to Chelsea when talking about winning a match.

The comparison for now is that these two clubs still can't be completely consistent and that can be seen in the last few matches where Arsenal only won 2, drew 1 and lost 2 in the last 5 matches as well as Chelsea because they also felt 2 losses and 3 wins in the last 5 matches which makes this match a little difficult to predict.
The advantage for Arsenal at this time is that they will play at home in this match besides there is news that Martinelli may already be in the squad although we don't know if Arteta will immediately make him a line up or be on the bench first.

[WatChe]

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

Chelsea last two wins were against Leicester City and Southampton, both these teams are occupying last two positions on points table. Chelsea win against these two teams doesn't mean that they are favourite in there next game against Arsenal. It will a good contest since both teams are among top four teams of this season. A win by Chelsea in there upcoming game will help them in moving further up on points table and they can have the chance to finish second on points table after Liverpool.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Arsenal - Chelsea is definitely the biggest game of the week. 

Chelsea are given quite high odds for the win - 4.40. Bookies underestimate them too much seemingly. I don't know if it's a good thing to take Arsenal win for granted that much here.

Yeah, maybe Chelsea haven't been in their best mood but they are healing lately. Arsenal's recent form in the PL isn't much different also. I want to believe in my beloved Chelsea to steal some points from them. 

[Juse14]

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

Arsenal and Chelsea always end in a draw in the past years, but with the current situation one we agree that Arsenal is much better than Chelsea, and are favorite to win at  home against Chelsea who is struggling for top four spot. That is why it will be tough game, both team wants to win, Arsenal would like to will to close the gap between them and the league leader Liverpool. Chelsea has been out of form recently and they have Euro game at hand today, so they will be unfit for the match on sunday with this current form.

 Arsenal will win so stake on Arsenal, GG will play too, Chelsea will score a goal, its gonna be a super Sunday this weekend. London Rivalry game.

Actually, it is not to reduce the gap with Liverpool, because with a very large points difference, Arsenal is no longer able to catch up with Liverpool. Arsenal's main focus this season is how they can finish in second place again, where currently their points difference with Nottingham Forest is quite thin, which is only 4 points, so getting points in this match is very important to strengthen their position as runner-up in the standings.

In the Champions League match, Arsenal did show very good performance, but when switching to the EPL, their performance can be said to be inconsistent, in their last match when facing Manchester United they were only able to get a draw. so I think in week 29 against Chelsea the biggest possibility is that the match will end in a draw.

Meanwhile, regarding Chelsea's performance, although they appear less consistent, they have been able to perform well in their last 2 matches, and regarding the possibility that they are not in good form because they have a fairly tight schedule, I think that is a wrong speculation because Chelsea has a fairly fat squad.

[Issa56]

Chelsea's only winning against Southamptno and Leicester City. Their opponent in the last two games were relegation zone club. How can you say like those relegation clubs are equal to the Arsenal?

Chelsea played against relegation zone teams in their last two matches, but sometimes it’s always so difficult to get a win against relegation zone teams most especially towards the ending of the season. Chelsea next match will be against Arsenal which we all know it’s not going to be easy for Arsenal even if they will be getting a win in the match. Chelsea performance has dropped, but Arsenal are not playing so well also, their performance has dropped also, so let’s see how the two teams are going to drag in their next match.

I don't underestimate Chelsea, but they have to worked even harder in this london derby. I'm gonna be happy if they can do some magic that will help them to beat Arsenal.

Am not underestimating Chelsea in the match, but it’s just going to be difficult for Chelsea to get a win in the match, if Arsenal can’t win the match, then the highest which I will be expecting is draw, but it’s going to be difficult for Chelsea to win.

[mammusu]

Arsenal - Chelsea is definitely the biggest game of the week.  

Chelsea are given quite high odds for the win - 4.40. Bookies underestimate them too much seemingly. I don't know if it's a good thing to take Arsenal win for granted that much here.

Yeah, maybe Chelsea haven't been in their best mood but they are healing lately. Arsenal's recent form in the PL isn't much different also. I want to believe in my beloved Chelsea to steal some points from them.  

I think in this case consistency, the home factor and also performance are the reasons why the bookies are more favourites arsenal in the match, although arsenal is no longer possible to tackle liverpool be championship, but I think a victory over chelsea makes it possible for them to delay liverpool's title celebration later, so that will clearly spur the motivation of arsenal players to be able to get 3 points in the match later, chelsea who are also starting to improve and want to get back up to 3rd place will of course try to get 3 points in the match, but I think it will be difficult for them to do so, because so far arsenal have a strong defence especially when playing at the emirates, chelsea biggest chance might only get one point, but to be honest I also doubt that this possibility can happen in london derby.

[Jegileman]

But the fact is that in the last two matches they performed well by winning both of them so I still don't see Chelsea being defeated by Arsenal, it's not that easy, the consideration is that Chelsea must maintain their current position, a position they have long dreamed of because automatically next season they can appear in the UCL. I think they will try to get one point at the Gunners' home later, so I think a draw is more convincing to be included in the bet.

This two teams are not to be too confident on the way they play, most of their games end up in the opposite expectations of it and you can’t be so sure of the team that will win the match more. Chelsea are in a position that they need to maintain as they’re fighting for a spot in the champions league next season. As Arsenal battles for the premier league title which is far from their reach now, they still need to maintain the position they are now in order to get an automatic promotion to the champions league next season. Each team will be fighting for same purpose more and if they don’t show their best form in this matches, it’ll affect their positions so much that they may fall in the standings. I see the game on an equal rating, each team has the same chances of scoring in this match.

[Adiljutt156]

Manchester united has a very good record when it comes to playing with fellow big teams even when they're in their very poor performance state in a season and such like Arsenal football club, Chelsea FC , Manchester City and only Liverpool that sometimes used to become bit challenge for Man United. So, this tells you the angel from which their astonishing performance in that game actually comes from , however there game with Real Sociedad at the Europa League would prove to us if their form has indeed improved.

Arsenal football team could not play excellent in this match and that's why they could not win this match and match was ended without win of any team. Arsenal football team is present at the top of table and that team has brilliant players who are giving best . That team should win last match which they played against Manchester United team and Fernandes was a person who saved his team from lose because Arsenal team is big team and can do anything at anytime. Before Rice ,no one could do goal in this match and after this this situation was same.We should appreciate the  defense system of Manchester United football team because that team could lose this match against Arsenal football team but Fernandes took advantage of opportunity.

[blue Snow]

Manchester City is 58% favorite to win tomorrow because they have a good record on home, but The City should don't underestimate Brighton because at the 1st meet, The city lost 1-2 at Brighton home, and I think this will be a revenge match for the city. Brighton are on fire, they was beat the big clubs on the last 6 matches, and everything won perfectly in the row. It's certainly not an easy thing for the team who are building the confidence. Pep still looking for tactics to maximize Marmoush together with Haaland. Pep still experiments, and formulating strategies in order to play like they was on previous session. Fans is still hope Rodri get back to playing to secure their position on champions league zone.

[Obari]

Manchester City is 58% favorite to win tomorrow because they have a good record on home, but The City should don't underestimate Brighton because at the 1st meet, The city lost 1-2 at Brighton home, and I think this will be a revenge match for the city. Brighton are on fire, they was beat the big clubs on the last 6 matches, and everything won perfectly in the row. It's certainly not an easy thing for the team who are building the confidence. Pep still looking for tactics to maximize Marmoush together with Haaland. Pep still experiments, and formulating strategies in order to play like they was on previous session. Fans is still hope Rodri get back to playing to secure their position on champions league zone.

More important games to watch out for this weekend. Manchester City have lost couple of important games under Pep Guardiola this season, I don't see any promising future for Manchester City this season, they've done their best to sealed a good run but it's been an impossible mission for them. The Citizens will take on the seagulls this weekend at Etihad stadium, we expects the home team to descend on Brighton as if they're playing their last game to qualify.

Brighton from the other end ranked 7th position while Manchester City sitting 5th position on the league table. It's a tough call to see Manchester City qualifying for UEFA tournaments next season, this is one of the major reason they have to do their best to sealed a competitive run for themselves. Talking about revenge, does it still happen in the current time?

[topbitcoin]

Chelsea's only winning against Southamptno and Leicester City. Their opponent in the last two games were relegation zone club. How can you say like those relegation clubs are equal to the Arsenal?

Because it was their last 2 matches and actually when talking about performance after 2 consecutive defeats they managed to gain momentum after the continued matches in the EPL and also the Conference League today.

The problem that is happening now is that the match against Arsenal is a little difficult because after all this is a big match so the final result is difficult to predict especially for their h2h Arsenal is much better in terms of performance because they have not even lost in the last few matches against Chelsea.
Another condition is the condition of a fairly short rest can be another problem because the busy schedule each week makes inevitably the rotation must be done so as not to make players burdened.
This may affect a little in the end where the busy schedule and the condition of the players in the line up can be one of the determinants in the final result later.

[Velvet78]

Manchester United are a sleeping lion, their performance is really inconsistent.

it is really heartbreaking to see a team as big as Manchester United struggling in 14th place, the thing that really worries me is that Manchester United will fall so far that they will be relegated from the Premier League.

Their performance in the European league is also not that good, in the second leg it looks like they will lose, I am very skeptical about Manchester United's current performance.

Last night the Red Devils seemed quite promising actually. But the thing is that Real Sociedad are less productive than them this season. This must have also helped them finish the job easier at Old Trafford. However still I would call it a solid performance. 

Let's have a look at their upcoming fixtures... First they are playing away against Leicester in the Premier League. We are talking about one of the worst teams of the season. But Amorim's students also struggle in the league. I hope they can win.

After this game there is a national break. And then, a tight schedule will be ahead of them with challenging games in the league (Forest, Manchester City, Newcastle) and face-to-face with Lyon in the Europa League. Hopefully they don't mess up hard there.