⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Africolo]

After losing the Community Shield, it is going to be the second official game of the season for Arne Slot's students... I still can't believe how they lost that trophy to Crystal Palace. 

It is the same situation for Ekitiké as well. He already scored in his first appearance in the new season. Do you think he will score again tonight? "Anytime Goalscorer - Ekitiké" has 1.76 odds. Just for your attention...

Bournemouth are starting tonight with complete different CBs we saw from last season after selling everyone at the back. There would be a lot of CB debutants against a dangerous Liverpool side so yes the odds of Ekitikie being on the score sheet tonight is pretty good.

Wirzt could also be on the score sheet; expecting a game full of goals.

[Agbe]

After losing the Community Shield, it is going to be the second official game of the season for Arne Slot's students... I still can't believe how they lost that trophy to Crystal Palace. 

It is the same situation for Ekitiké as well. He already scored in his first appearance in the new season. Do you think he will score again tonight? "Anytime Goalscorer - Ekitiké" has 1.76 odds. Just for your attention...

Bournemouth are starting tonight with complete different CBs we saw from last season after selling everyone at the back. There would be a lot of CB debutants against a dangerous Liverpool side so yes the odds of Ekitikie being on the score sheet tonight is pretty good.

Wirzt could also be on the score sheet; expecting a game full of goals.

It doesn't work that way that Bournemouth is having a new backline doesn't mean that they are not good let wait until the game starts proper before going into conclusions because this Liverpool team was not that fantastic against palace at the community shield so let see how the new recruits that  Bournemouth has signed

[Joy- maker]

Amorim's reputation will change if he succeeds in turning the current team he has into something extraordinary. We know how poorly United performed last season; even a slight improvement will be very noticeable. They have some new players, and we will see their performance for this season. Hopefully, the results that Amorim will show are something positive. If not, his career with United might come to an end.

Amorim wants to stay in Manchester united for long, he likes the city and the club history, Last season was hard for him, because he continued from half of the season, after Erik Ten Hag was sacked, he was not fully in charge of the club. Now he no excuse not to perform. He  the club has made a significant singing for him, The club expect result this season, if he mess up, i trust Manchester united, he will be sacked.

Hopefully, Amorim will win trophy this season, Manchester united has good quality players, in the squad now. If only they can play like a team.  The arrival of Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo,Diego León and Matheus Cunha has given the coach more confidence to challenge for the title this season.

you're not far from the truth amorim like Manchester united and he want to say in the club, beside Manchester united has a great history so any manager that comes to the club will definitely like to stay,  amorim should just try his best to organise the team very well for next season, at least Manchester united has good and quality players that can be able to dance to the tune of next season. all the same we hope  Manchester united will lift the trophy next season.

[Abu-Naim]

After losing the Community Shield, it is going to be the second official game of the season for Arne Slot's students... I still can't believe how they lost that trophy to Crystal Palace. 

It is the same situation for Ekitiké as well. He already scored in his first appearance in the new season. Do you think he will score again tonight? "Anytime Goalscorer - Ekitiké" has 1.76 odds. Just for your attention...

We will see today in their opening match the Premier League campaign; they are already in action against AFC Bournemouth, and they have a perfect start so far because they have three chances that could have be goals already; they will revenge today, I don’t think they will lose or even draw this match because of the momentum they are using in this match.
Arne Slot’s defense is not as strong as it should be considering the squad he have, I think he needs to sign more defenders to coverup for the likes of Konate and Vandjik.

[Iroh]

After losing the Community Shield, it is going to be the second official game of the season for Arne Slot's students... I still can't believe how they lost that trophy to Crystal Palace.  

It is the same situation for Ekitiké as well. He already scored in his first appearance in the new season. Do you think he will score again tonight? "Anytime Goalscorer - Ekitiké" has 1.76 odds. Just for your attention...

Yeah, I didn't think Liverpool would lose that game against Crystal Palace. It was a bit surprising.
Now, the first game of the new season is here and Liverpool faces Bournemouth. Liverpool is playing pretty well so far as they've got most of the ball possession. Hopefully, they'll utilize the possession and score goals.
I'm hopeful for goals and a win from Liverpool in this game. Perhaps we could also see a goal from Ekitike as well.

[ITExpert]

Today we have the first game of the Premier League, Liverpool will play against AFC Bournemouth. The bookmakers are looking at Liverpool as the favorite to win, and I also think the same way. Although Liverpool doesn't have exactly the same squad as last season, they have new attackers.

But in the case of AFC Bournemouth, I saw that some players also left the team, so they may be weaker compared to last season. So it makes sense that the bookmakers are placing odds of @1.33 in favor of Liverpool. I'm thinking about betting on this game.

The premier league is going to start so the excitement of the fans about their favourite teams at its peak. The first match is going to be held between Liverpool and AFC Bournemouth. But i think the side of Liverpool is more heavy than AFC Bournemouth. Because Liverpool is a more strengthening position as they have the best players. And i personally vote in this match to liverpool. I think the bets will be on Liverpool. Because AFC Bournemouth almost lost most of their key players which causes them not to think about the team in a winning position. As this League has been waiting for the viewers because it grabs a source of joy for them. And the results of the first match will leave the impression that others really help them in remaining matches.

[Ryu_Ar1]

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Excitement for new Premier League season is huge and your points about opening match are right on. Liverpool top team with new players under their coach Arne Slot is expected to beat Bournemouth team that lost important players and has history of losing at Anfield. Winning first game is very important for setting positive tone for season. This weekend is big deal for all football fans because Premier League always brings great entertainment.

The first match lived up to expectations, proving to be highly entertaining despite the fact that Liverpool's victory was all but assured from the start, as all predictions pointed in that direction.

However, the six-goal thriller undoubtedly provided an excellent spectacle in this match.
Earlier, I felt it might end in a draw, but in the final 10 minutes, Liverpool demonstrated their quality with a champion's mentality as Bournemouth lost focus in the match.

This opening match has certainly raised expectations for the upcoming matches in the first round for each club, and I am pleased with what unfolded in this match.

[reefsea]

The premier league is going to start so the excitement of the fans about their favourite teams at its peak. The first match is going to be held between Liverpool and AFC Bournemouth. But i think the side of Liverpool is more heavy than AFC Bournemouth. Because Liverpool is a more strengthening position as they have the best players. And i personally vote in this match to liverpool. I think the bets will be on Liverpool. Because AFC Bournemouth almost lost most of their key players which causes them not to think about the team in a winning position. As this League has been waiting for the viewers because it grabs a source of joy for them. And the results of the first match will leave the impression that others really help them in remaining matches.

Liverpool secured a dramatic victory in this match. Salah capped off the goal fest in this opening match by scoring in the 90+4 minute, a total of six goals scored in this match. I found Liverpool's last two goals to be particularly epic, coming in the final minute of normal time and in stoppage time.
Congratulations to Liverpool for securing all three points in their opening match, and Bournemouth must admit how strong Liverpool are in this match.

Ekitike, on the other hand, scored his first goal since joining Liverpool. He gave his all in this match; he's a great signing for Liverpool. Tomorrow we'll see many matches, one of which caught my attention is the Manchester United vs. Arsenal match. I prefer Arsenal to win this match, even though it's an away game for them.

[JiiBs]

This is the first match of both teams in the new season but the bookies mercilessly immediately gave Liverpool very low odds, it is not surprising considering they are strong candidates for the title but if you consider when they played against Crystal Palace some time ago, Bournemouth still has a chance to appear surprising, I don't like betting directly for Liverpool to win, the return is too low, there is a pretty good option, namely BTTS @ 1.64, I think Bournemouth can still score one goal against Liverpool.

Liverpool are the current title defenders and though they might have had a terrible game against Crystal Palace, we ought to note that, that isn’t the premier league and though it was a trophy match which Crystal Palace won for the first time, I don’t think Liverpool took much to it.
Today’s first game of the season started rather slowly but, Liverpool should it’s night in the end haven’t beaten Bournemouth to a 4 goals to 2. The goal market was a good take for this game.

[Adams0001]

The premier league is going to start so the excitement of the fans about their favourite teams at its peak. The first match is going to be held between Liverpool and AFC Bournemouth. But i think the side of Liverpool is more heavy than AFC Bournemouth. Because Liverpool is a more strengthening position as they have the best players. And i personally vote in this match to liverpool. I think the bets will be on Liverpool. Because AFC Bournemouth almost lost most of their key players which causes them not to think about the team in a winning position. As this League has been waiting for the viewers because it grabs a source of joy for them. And the results of the first match will leave the impression that others really help them in remaining matches.

Liverpool as succeeded against Bournemouth tonight what a victory for Arne Slot. What a interesting game. Liverpool have achieved three point in the Anfield against Bournemouth, they really performed very well and they deserve to win the match. Bournemouth as do all there best but they failed against Liverpool, because they are better then them in the pitch. Ekitike as show Liverpool that is a great player and is always ready to help the team. He as score is first goal for premier league this season what a performance from Ekitike.

Arne Slot as get back to there wining matches in the EPL, let see if they will continuing wining there matches in the competition and get the premier league title for the second time this season. Bournemouth failed to make the game end in a draw, they try to defence the game but probably Liverpool as more talented players then them. Bournemouth next fixture is against wolves and I think they can get three point in the match, because wolves are not that strong. Liverpool will face Newcastle in there next game, that will be a tough match for Liverpool to achieve three point.

[kriminall]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

[Silikiem]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

Bournemouth fought well and i think they deserved to at least get a share of the point with Liverpool but Liverpool were lucky to run away with all the three points. The game was really getting close to a 2:2 draw and Liverpool scored two goals in the late minutes of the game. It was 2:2 at the 88minutes before Liverpool scored two late goals. I believe Bournemouth players and staff will be really disappointed not to have gotten at least a point in the game. And again, congratulations to Liverpool for winning the first match of the season.

[Akbarkoe]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

Liverpool did score four goals in that match, but their goal difference wasn't four goals, but only two. Bournemouth also scored twice in that match, through goals from A. Semenyo in the 64th and 76th minutes. So how is that four-goal difference possible?

This is an incredible result for Liverpool in their first match of the 2025/26 Premier League season. And to be honest, I was initially quite skeptical of Liverpool, especially after their defeat to Crystal Palace in the Community Shield final yesterday. But another surprise came from Anfield, where Liverpool immediately showed their teeth as the reigning Premier League champions.

At the start of this season, Liverpool's new strengths have really been tested, especially in the next two weeks, when they will face quite formidable opponents, namely Newcastle United and Arsenal. So, we look forward to seeing what surprises the Reds will bring.

[MK-74]

The Premier League’s first match of the season was played tonight between Liverpool and Bournemouth, and Liverpool won 4–2.
Ekitike started the new season with a goal for his new team. He had also been scoring in the preseason matches and now he has started scoring in the league too.
Liverpool played well and won. They are one of the most ambitious teams this season. They made very good transfers and are among the biggest favorites for the championship.

[Luzin]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

I think all the predictions for Liverpool's victory were spot on. Liverpool's dominance was really evident, but Bournemouth put up a solid fight. It wasn't until the final minutes of the first half that Liverpool managed to score. Bournemouth even managed to score in the second half. But Liverpool's maturity allowed them to add two more goals at the end of the second half. This victory was dramatic because it happened at the end of the second half. I would like to highlight four Liverpool players who performed well today: Gakpo, Ekiti, Mohamed Salah, and Florian Wirtz. On the other, Liverpool's defenders were not at their best performance.

[TelolettOm]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

This was also the first Premier League match for the new signings: Etienne, Chiesa, Wirtz, and Frimpong. And they each contributed very well in their respective fields. Especially Etienne, who scored one goal and one assist, and Chiesa, who scored Liverpool's first goal. Arne Slot can truly optimize their abilities and immediately form a solid team. A good start for Liverpool.

And Ekitike becomes player of the match.

Source: Hugo Ekitike is your #LIVBOU Player of the Match

[Obari]

The Premier League’s first match of the season was played tonight between Liverpool and Bournemouth, and Liverpool won 4–2.
Ekitike started the new season with a goal for his new team. He had also been scoring in the preseason matches and now he has started scoring in the league too.
Liverpool played well and won. They are one of the most ambitious teams this season. They made very good transfers and are among the biggest favorites for the championship.

Bournemouth is an elite team and winning becomes priority. Liverpool had it to win game and they took this opportunity without relenting although Bournemouth fought really hard to maintain their stand but it wasn't just good enough to accomplish atleast a draw. A win will always remain a win for Liverpool because Arne Slot is this type of manager that wouldn't relent and give up on his team, he's implementing major strategies and enabling big winnings for the club. Ekitike is happy attacker, always pressing for progress and bringing best performance for his new side. Scoring on his first game, something tangible and great to see him in Reds jersey already marking his territory in the frontline.

[Marvell1]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

It is not a flawless match for Liverpool. Liverpool won 4- 2, which is not a bad result. But , a team like bournemouth scored  2 goals against Liverpool's strong defense. And managed to draw 2 -2 in the match. This  confirms the weakness of liverpool's defense.

Liverpool's attack  played very well. Especially Ekitike's performance surprised  me. He was able to adapt to Liverpool very quickly . We also saw good performances from salah and Gakpo. But I expected a little better performance  from Wirtz.

I am looking forward to the match  between Aston Villa and Newcastle. Both teams are quite strong. And it is very difficult to choose a favorite team in this match. Newcastle  have won three of the last 5 matches between these two teams and Aston Villa has won one. However, Aston Villa won the last match against Newcastle by a margin of 4-1.

[Zackz5000]

Liverpool made no mistake and won at home by four goals. Bournemouth, who had hope until the final 10 minutes, lost the match after conceding goals in the final 10 minutes. It appeared to be a perfect match for Liverpool. The excitement will continue in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon.

Bournemouth fought well and i think they deserved to at least get a share of the point with Liverpool but Liverpool were lucky to run away with all the three points. The game was really getting close to a 2:2 draw and Liverpool scored two goals in the late minutes of the game. It was 2:2 at the 88minutes before Liverpool scored two late goals. I believe Bournemouth players and staff will be really disappointed not to have gotten at least a point in the game. And again, congratulations to Liverpool for winning the first match of the season.

It was indeed an entertaining night at the Anfield stadium Bournemouth made it more entertaining by making the scoreline 2-2 after while losing 2-0, they really fought well but never fought till the end, Liverpool fans will be excited because they thought they have draw the game  before Chiesa and Salah made the scoreline an easy game for Liverpool. Liverpool played in unity they were not discouraged after Bournemouth made it 2-2 they fought hard to bring back their lost exitment.

[Velvet78]

A great to the season with 6 goals in total! Today we are going to have much more fun with 5 games scheduled... Aston Villa - Newcastle is a quite tough one there. I assume Isak won't play as he wants to leave immediately.

The odds are quite normal. 1.29 for Liverpool and 9.00 for Bournemouth. The home side has really low odds so no need to take that. Instead what about Liverpool & BTTS @2.29?

2.29 was such lovely odds to consider and it won.    Bournemouth already gave the signals of scoring in the first half. Semenyo shined bright for them though.

And I added 1.76 odds for Ekitiké to score in this game into my prediction as well here... He really did and even made an assist too. Such a great replacement for Nunez already!