⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Zackz5000]

I was also thinking that maybe Man Utd's inconsistent EPL form is a result of them saving energy for the Europa League, they've been playing some decent football and the unbeaten run is starting to get some momentum, but we'll see how it pans out, Europa's a different beast and they might just get caught out, still, a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad was a great performance, let's see if they can carry it into the PL"

It is stupid if Man United focused on Europe league and they don't care with EPL. EPL should be the priority, because it is the main competition in England. I'm sure Man United prefers to win EPL than winning Europe league. But they may be more difficult to win in EPL matches because those teams in EPL know Man United well. So, they can anticipate with better tactics.

It is great that Man United performed well in Europa League. But I think they need to improve their position in EPL standings. It will be shameful if they fail to finish in the top 10 at the end of the season.

It seems to me that you don't understand football too well how you can say a team is stupid if they only focus on the Europa league competition, I think as a team that is where their focus should be because it will be a good record for them this season if they win the Europa league tittle, there is nothing Manchester United can do now that can make them win the English premier league tittle or even thinking of finishing top 4 for is no different between there position Manchester United is now and the 10th position you are talking about because they won't still play in any European football so it's not a crime if their attention is in the Europa league competition for there is hope for them to win the tittle than winning the English premier league or finishing top 4 in the league or even top 8 so it is a wise choice for them if they focus on winning the Europa league tittle and not stupidity.

[Pandu Geddon]

Consistency for Manchester United is missing because Amorim is still experimenting with the team, and trying to find which positions each player plays better from..but with the last Europa game it was a solid performance and they showed some hunger for goals and winning...the energy was there which we haven't seen in a long time..and am guessing reenforcement from the young stars could be helping the team as his working with what's there.

But it would be something interesting to look into, win Europa but get relegated...damn the world of football will shake.

United will not be relegated from the Premier League this season, Amorim should be quite calm if given the opportunity to build his team for next season. But if not much changes from Amorim's team, next season he might have difficulties and be threatened with being fired.
If Amorim can make United win the Europa League, it will be a good season for him outside of his achievements in the Premier League. Although at this time I am not sure United will come away with the trophy.

[MArsland]

This season Chelsea trying to make their performances so strong, but due to their inconsistency, they're unable to maintain their position. Imagine with the way Chelsea has been hot in the Premier League by winning against strong teams, who will think that they will come back to manage the top 4 in the table; shall we? That's all about the football.

This coming match against Arsenal won’t be an easy match for them, because not only do they have a hard time defending, but the entire team will know that they face a tough team, although Chelsea always has enough power when they face a strong opponent, but this coming match against Arsenal they will find it difficult to defeat; because Arsenal is going to give them a tough time this weekend.

They were really good at the start of the season and i was thinking they were gonna fight for the title but midway in the first part of the season they started dropping points and thats when we knew they couldnt do anything. Still main goal is to get that champions league spot, but the way that they have been playing that will hardly happen but they are still in a good position.

Manchester City and Chelsea are in the hunt to secure a ticket to the Champions League next season, so there is no other way for both of them to bring out all their abilities in the remaining matches they have. However if we talk about opportunities, Chelsea should be able to continue to pressure Manchester City mentality so that they cannot catch up on points. For now the 4th rank seat is still very open, just see how far these 2 teams can fight in the 10 matches ahead.

[emrecemsan]

I'd recommend you to watch the Manchester City v Brighton match right now if you aren't. It's 1-1 after 20 minutes passed. Estupiñán has just scored a lovely free-kick goal as an equalizer.  

It looks like this is going to be another tough match for Guardiola.    Not surprised even a bit. You know that they have been inconsistent already.

About their Champions League fight, I don't know. It's really hard to believe in them while they are playing good one day and much worse on the other one.

[X-ray]

I'd recommend you to watch the Manchester City v Brighton match right now if you aren't. It's 1-1 after 20 minutes passed. Estupiñán has just scored a lovely free-kick goal as an equalizer.  

It looks like this is going to be another tough match for Guardiola.    Not surprised even a bit. You know that they have been inconsistent already.

About their Champions League fight, I don't know. It's really hard to believe in them while they are playing good one day and much worse on the other one.

The better if you're watching City until full time before try to take such conclusion. Estupiñán equalized the score, but marmoush is adding another goal. It's now 2-1 they leads the game against Brighton.

So far so good, unlike their previous games, but only doubting their performance at the second half. I see a lot of negativty from them in the first half, but hope they are still good overall.

Their midfield is getting even active in getting the ball back once they lose it. They're also getting better in actively playing the progressive pass.

I see this is one of their most fluid attack since middle of season.

[Mate2237]

I'd recommend you to watch the Manchester City v Brighton match right now if you aren't. It's 1-1 after 20 minutes passed. Estupiñán has just scored a lovely free-kick goal as an equalizer.  

It looks like this is going to be another tough match for Guardiola.    Not surprised even a bit. You know that they have been inconsistent already.

About their Champions League fight, I don't know. It's really hard to believe in them while they are playing good one day and much worse on the other one.

The better if you're watching City until full time before try to take such conclusion. Estupiñán equalized the score, but marmoush is adding another goal. It's now 2-1 they leads the game against Brighton.

So far so good, unlike their previous games, but only doubting their performance at the second half. I see a lot of negativty from them in the first half, but hope they are still good overall.

Their midfield is getting even active in getting the ball back once they lose it. They're also getting better in actively playing the progressive pass.

I see this is one of their most fluid attack since middle of season.

Waoo Nottingham Forest is in a very fine form as as they are destroying Ipswich by 0:3 away this is a good performance by forest especially now that the top four battles is hotter than before wins like this will help Forest to solidify their spot in the third position , going into the second half forest should maintain the momentum by scoring more goals because numbers of goals scored too has a significant role that they play


Manchester City is having a tough one against Brighton as they are currently drawing at home this game is a tough one for city because Brighton is one team that is also looking for a European spots so if city are to get all three points from this game they have to show class by creating more chances in front of goal

[Zackz5000]

With the way Manchester City is playing I just hope they won't cut my game just as they did last week in the English premier league against Nottingham Forest where they lost 1-0 at away, today I have to give them another win or draw option and currently they are still playing 2-2 draw while Brighton has more goal attempt in that game I just wish Manchester City will be able to hold this game draw till FT instead of them to loss and I lost my bet, Manchester City problem is beyond what i thought I won't have them in my bet slip again because you don't know when they want to lose a game or not you will believe since they lost at away 1-0 last week that they are supposed to win this time at home but you will see a different thing I wish them win or draw in this game so my bet will be safe.

58th minutes still 2-2 draw.

[Tmoonz]

Is obvious that there performance in the EPL is always different from that of Europa league so i won't doubt it If you said that they will continue to get inconsistent results but I think this can only happen in the EPL not in Europa, because with the look of things I think manchester united is trying to maintain the unbeaten record till the final stage of the Europa. Because they have not been defeated ever since they started this Europa.

Manchester United's performance in the UEFA Europa League this season haven't been anything short of outstanding but they've failed to replicate that in the English Premier League. Yesterday, they Ruben Amorim's men thrashed their Spanish opponents Real Sociedad 4:1 to advance to the quarter finals and now, many are now very hopeful that'll go to King Power stadium stadium on Sunday and claim all three points against a relegation zone Leicester City. If they can go all the way and lift the Europa League trophy this season, it'll be a very good achievement for Ruben Amorim but he also have to help the club finish the season in the top 10 of the league table.

Manchester City full strength football team could not give good performance in last match and that team could not do any goal in last match and that is the reason that team lost  the match against Nottingham Forest full strength football team. Nottingham Forest football team did 1 goal in this match and that team players tried hard to stop goal in this match and Manchester City football team need improvement in their game between they are doing mistakes again and again. And with these mistakes they will not be successful in their mission. Today,they will play against Brighton football team and that match will be interesting because both teams are full prepared for this match.Brighton football team have to give hundred percent to win this match and should try to stop the goals in this match .

Indeed it is an interesting game today between Manchester City and Brighton, it is very terrifying that at the point am making this post the goal line is 2:2 with a 2:1 first half win by Manchester City, at this point is it very difficult to decide on which will win the game at full because both teams are currently in their best performance. However, for Manchester City Lossing in their previous game against Nottingham forest, Lossing to Brighton today might not be an option but rather they may do all their best to at least have a draw game in full time instead of losing, I must say that the both teams are performing extremely well and the game is very tough just as expected.

[punk.zink]

Manchester City full strength football team could not give good performance in last match and that team could not do any goal in last match and that is the reason that team lost  the match against Nottingham Forest full strength football team. Nottingham Forest football team did 1 goal in this match and that team players tried hard to stop goal in this match and Manchester City football team need improvement in their game between they are doing mistakes again and again. And with these mistakes they will not be successful in their mission. Today,they will play against Brighton football team and that match will be interesting because both teams are full prepared for this match.Brighton football team have to give hundred percent to win this match and should try to stop the goals in this match .

Indeed it is an interesting game today between Manchester City and Brighton, it is very terrifying that at the point am making this post the goal line is 2:2 with a 2:1 first half win by Manchester City, at this point is it very difficult to decide on which will win the game at full because both teams are currently in their best performance. However, for Manchester City Lossing in their previous game against Nottingham forest, Lossing to Brighton today might not be an option but rather they may do all their best to at least have a draw game in full time instead of losing, I must say that the both teams are performing extremely well and the game is very tough just as expected.

Man City got a tough fight from Brighton. Although they dominated the game, but they could not maintain their lead long enough. There are still 15 minutes left in the match, but I doubt that Man City will be able to score another goal because the Man City players look tired, and even if Man City are careless, I think Brighton can get a goal through a counter attack as they have good speed on the flange. If this match ends in a draw or even loses, then the gap between Man City and Chelsea will widen even further, which means their chances of getting into the Champions League will be increasingly closed.

[Akbarkoe]

I'd recommend you to watch the Manchester City v Brighton match right now if you aren't. It's 1-1 after 20 minutes passed. Estupiñán has just scored a lovely free-kick goal as an equalizer.  

It looks like this is going to be another tough match for Guardiola.    Not surprised even a bit. You know that they have been inconsistent already.

About their Champions League fight, I don't know. It's really hard to believe in them while they are playing good one day and much worse on the other one.

It's quite interesting how this match went, and it looks like the match will end in a draw, both teams must be willing to share points in this match.

2 times gaining the advantage and twice Manchester City failed to maintain it, because after Brighton was able to equalize in the 21st minute, right in the 39th minute through a goal scored by Omar Marmoush Manchester City again managed to gain the advantage which made the first half end with a score of 2-1.

However, it is very unfortunate that just as the second half began, the defender of Manchester City made a mistake which ended in an own goal and the score became a draw 2-2. Now the match has entered the 90+2 minute, quite crucial minutes, but I thought that the match would end with a draw of 2-2.

[Adbitco]

I'm really pissed at myself right now. The EPL games I had already picked both teams to score and later removed all played both teams to score as I just checked live score now. I just feel like crying because those games I removed have all played the option I gave them but didn't play it and replaced them with other games and options. Since last week I have being on a losing streak. What's really happening na!

[DiMarxist]

Manchester City full strength football team could not give good performance in last match and that team could not do any goal in last match and that is the reason that team lost  the match against Nottingham Forest full strength football team. Nottingham Forest football team did 1 goal in this match and that team players tried hard to stop goal in this match and Manchester City football team need improvement in their game between they are doing mistakes again and again. And with these mistakes they will not be successful in their mission. Today,they will play against Brighton football team and that match will be interesting because both teams are full prepared for this match.Brighton football team have to give hundred percent to win this match and should try to stop the goals in this match .

Indeed it is an interesting game today between Manchester City and Brighton, it is very terrifying that at the point am making this post the goal line is 2:2 with a 2:1 first half win by Manchester City, at this point is it very difficult to decide on which will win the game at full because both teams are currently in their best performance. However, for Manchester City Lossing in their previous game against Nottingham forest, Lossing to Brighton today might not be an option but rather they may do all their best to at least have a draw game in full time instead of losing, I must say that the both teams are performing extremely well and the game is very tough just as expected.

Man City got a tough fight from Brighton. Although they dominated the game, but they could not maintain their lead long enough. There are still 15 minutes left in the match, but I doubt that Man City will be able to score another goal because the Man City players look tired, and even if Man City are careless, I think Brighton can get a goal through a counter attack as they have good speed on the flange. If this match ends in a draw or even loses, then the gap between Man City and Chelsea will widen even further, which means their chances of getting into the Champions League will be increasingly closed.

Brighton gave them tough time and because Manchester City first scored their goal I thought they would win the game but Brighton was not just playful team but a tough one in that matter. And in the table now, Chelsea has surpassed Manchester City. Chelsea is on the fourth position while Manchester City is on the fifth position. Nottingham Forest is on the third position. Liverpool is undisputable to win the title.

[Derekfunds]

Manchester City full strength football team could not give good performance in last match and that team could not do any goal in last match and that is the reason that team lost  the match against Nottingham Forest full strength football team. Nottingham Forest football team did 1 goal in this match and that team players tried hard to stop goal in this match and Manchester City football team need improvement in their game between they are doing mistakes again and again. And with these mistakes they will not be successful in their mission. Today,they will play against Brighton football team and that match will be interesting because both teams are full prepared for this match.Brighton football team have to give hundred percent to win this match and should try to stop the goals in this match .

Indeed it is an interesting game today between Manchester City and Brighton, it is very terrifying that at the point am making this post the goal line is 2:2 with a 2:1 first half win by Manchester City, at this point is it very difficult to decide on which will win the game at full because both teams are currently in their best performance. However, for Manchester City Lossing in their previous game against Nottingham forest, Lossing to Brighton today might not be an option but rather they may do all their best to at least have a draw game in full time instead of losing, I must say that the both teams are performing extremely well and the game is very tough just as expected.

Man City got a tough fight from Brighton. Although they dominated the game, but they could not maintain their lead long enough. There are still 15 minutes left in the match, but I doubt that Man City will be able to score another goal because the Man City players look tired, and even if Man City are careless, I think Brighton can get a goal through a counter attack as they have good speed on the flange. If this match ends in a draw or even loses, then the gap between Man City and Chelsea will widen even further, which means their chances of getting into the Champions League will be increasingly closed.

Brighton gave them tough time and because Manchester City first scored their goal I thought they would win the game but Brighton was not just playful team but a tough one in that matter. And in the table now, Chelsea has surpassed Manchester City. Chelsea is on the fourth position while Manchester City is on the fifth position. Nottingham Forest is on the third position. Liverpool is undisputable to win the title.

Manchester city shouldn't been mentioned this season because they are not going anywhere this season and I doubt if they will win any trophy this season and there tenure is over. Manchester city has lost it this season I was thinking they will even win today but they didn't even scoring first it wasn't up to 10 minutes Brighton equalized, they have make the league easy for Chelsea so even if Chelsea didn't win they will still be at top 4.

[mammusu]

I'd recommend you to watch the Manchester City v Brighton match right now if you aren't. It's 1-1 after 20 minutes passed. Estupiñán has just scored a lovely free-kick goal as an equalizer.  

It looks like this is going to be another tough match for Guardiola.    Not surprised even a bit. You know that they have been inconsistent already.

About their Champions League fight, I don't know. It's really hard to believe in them while they are playing good one day and much worse on the other one.

As I suspected previously, the match against Brighton will still be a difficult match for Guardiola squad, although they were able to take a 2-1 lead until the 39th minute but Khusanov own goal in the second half actually forced Manchester City to settle for 1 point at Etihad Stadium after played draw 2-2 until the match end, Manchester City started the match quite well and even in that match they were able to dominate the game, But Brighton, who are also ambitious to get into the European zone, are actually able to cause a lot of problems for the Manchester City defence, if you look at the impressive counterattacks from Brighton, I think it's very lucky if Manchester City get 1 point today, because if Brighton are able to take advantage of every opportunity in front of the Manchester City goal, of course Guardiola squad will most likely lose badly in that match.

[ILuckyGuyI]

The better if you're watching City until full time before try to take such conclusion. Estupiñán equalized the score, but marmoush is adding another goal. It's now 2-1 they leads the game against Brighton.

So far so good, unlike their previous games, but only doubting their performance at the second half. I see a lot of negativty from them in the first half, but hope they are still good overall.

Their midfield is getting even active in getting the ball back once they lose it. They're also getting better in actively playing the progressive pass.

I see this is one of their most fluid attack since middle of season.

The game ended in a draw by 2-2. I think this was the fair result for such a balanced game. If you watched it from the start to the end you must have seen Brighton's high effort also.  

I can't say any of these clubs stepped forward for the win. People who bet on goals for this game are the luckiest. Manchester City are a club hard to predict this season. Their defense still looks like shit additionally.  

Khusanov - Dias duo were really bad today. Savinho was also like a ghost.

[WatChe]

Brighton gave them tough time and because Manchester City first scored their goal I thought they would win the game but Brighton was not just playful team but a tough one in that matter. And in the table now, Chelsea has surpassed Manchester City. Chelsea is on the fourth position while Manchester City is on the fifth position. Nottingham Forest is on the third position. Liverpool is undisputable to win the title.

It's very much clear now that Liverpool will win ongoing title and rest of positions are not confirmed because there is very little points gap between top 6 or 7 teams. Man City ended there weekend game with Brighton in a draw due to Abdukodir Khuanov OG in 48th minute.
Bournemouth and Bretford game is in progress and if Bournemouth win this game then they will find themselves among top 6 teams on points table. The game is levelled after 40 minutes of play. Bournemouth only goal is an OG by Vitaly Janelt.

[aylabadia05]

As I suspected previously, the match against Brighton will still be a difficult match for Guardiola squad, although they were able to take a 2-1 lead until the 39th minute but Khusanov own goal in the second half actually forced Manchester City to settle for 1 point at Etihad Stadium after played draw 2-2 until the match end, Manchester City started the match quite well and even in that match they were able to dominate the game, But Brighton, who are also ambitious to get into the European zone, are actually able to cause a lot of problems for the Manchester City defence, if you look at the impressive counterattacks from Brighton, I think it's very lucky if Manchester City get 1 point today, because if Brighton are able to take advantage of every opportunity in front of the Manchester City goal, of course Guardiola squad will most likely lose badly in that match.

The statistics you show here, Manchester City should have gotten 3 points but Brighton were too brave to take shots throughout the match. Out of 15 total shots, 2 goals were scored although 1 goal was counted as an own goal.
Most Manchester City depends on Chelsea's final result. If Chelsea can beat Arsenal tomorrow, then the point gap will be 4.
I admit how Brighton's counterattacks are. They have players with good speed like Mitoma and Estupinan.

If Brighton is targeting to get into the Europa League next season, I think with the Premier League competition like it is now it is still very possible. Regarding Pep, this will continue to be a topic of conversation.

[Stable090]

The game ended in a draw by 2-2. I think this was the fair result for such a balanced game. If you watched it from the start to the end you must have seen Brighton's high effort also.  

Seriously Manchester City performance wasn’t bad in the match, they played well, just that Brighton was just difficult for them to win, and we all know Brighton to be a difficult club, they are always performing well when we don’t even expect them to perform well. They both played well in the match, and at least they both went away with 1 point each, but Manchester City needed three points to stay at top 4, but they couldn’t get it, currently they are in 5th position which is not really a nice one for Manchester city.

[Velvet78]

Today was a really tough day for Manchester City. Yeah they didn't play badly. I really liked their game in offense. But for defense no, not so much. 

They could have scored more goals. Doku is a great player when it comes to one-on-ones. But his crosses were really poor. In defense they always welcomed Brighton for dangerous attacks which caused them to lose 2 points...

Now we are waiting for the result of the London derby tomorrow. Chelsea can make the gap 4 points. Apart from that, Newcastle could even push Manchester City down if they beat Crystal Palace home. Guardiola must be really disappointed now.

[SatoPrincess]

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

I disagree. In fact Arsenal have the better squad compared to Chelsea, they are in a better form also despite their lack of a top striker they have managed to score goals and won games even without a standout striker. The international break is by the corner and will give the team enough time to recover before the Champions League resumes.