⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[BlackBoss_]

In the Champions League Tottenham only lost against PSG, despite several previous matches ending in draws against various teams. But what's quite confusing is that they haven't performed optimally in the Premier League so far, leaving Tottenham stuck in 14th place. There seems to be a gap between the two competitions. Given their slightly better performance in the Champions League, they should be doing much better in the Premier League, but the reality is quite different. It seems that pressure and player fatigue are also affecting the team, making Tottenham struggle to keep up with the competition in the Premier League.

Clubs from Premier League performed well in UEFA Champions League so far and it's good foundation for their performances in next months. There is possibility that Premier League will maintain their rank compares to other biggest leagues in Europe, and get 5 slots for UEFA Champions League 2026 - 2027 season. They have to try a lot in knock out matches and not only in Champions League but also in Europa League and Conference League.

It's not easy for Premier League clubs defending their rank after this season ending, but let's see as at least their clubs have performed well so far. Things can change very quickly in knock out phases in three UEFA Leagues from Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. The most important task is having as many clubs as possible to go as farthest as possible in these leagues.

[alankasman]

Clubs from Premier League performed well in UEFA Champions League so far and it's good foundation for their performances in next months. There is possibility that Premier League will maintain their rank compares to other biggest leagues in Europe, and get 5 slots for UEFA Champions League 2026 - 2027 season. They have to try a lot in knock out matches and not only in Champions League but also in Europa League and Conference League.
It's not easy for Premier League clubs defending their rank after this season ending, but let's see as at least their clubs have performed well so far. Things can change very quickly in knock out phases in three UEFA Leagues from Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. The most important task is having as many clubs as possible to go as farthest as possible in these leagues.

Of course this isn't easy as other competitions also want the same thing but the current team rankings could pose a significant obstacle to maintaining each team's ranking.

If the performance always points to improvement of course this will be something that deserves appreciation by the teams competing in the EPL because they will get 5 slots for teams that can compete in the UCL event for the next season so this is like repeating where something like this has happened around 2008 and 2009 where the EPL team that represented the UCL event was more than other teams so this is because the team's concentration with the performance they have will certainly make the EPL competition worthy of being crowned as the best competition at this time besides the UCL competition because even though sometimes the UCL champion is not from the EPL competition the participation of the teams competing in the EPL is increasingly complete especially the playing pattern of the teams competing in the EPL we can see together is very tight and disciplined.

[ancafe]

Arsenal is still quite predictable, still can be counted on as a favorite team, even though the results of their matches have been somewhat disappointing lately, especially against Nottingham. For me, what is currently too difficult to guess is Man City, their performance seems to return at the beginning of the season, even though it is clear that they have currently brought in 2 new players who are in the best condition. I think Rodri should be removed from the team.

At least Arsenal's results are much better than those of several other teams, so Arsenal's chances of winning the title are still very good. However, next week they face Manchester United, a team that is on a roll after beating Manchester City. Arsenal must be wary of any surprises that could occur in that match because if they're not careful, they could suffer a defeat like Manchester City. Manchester City seems to be having problems in defense, making it difficult for them to perform consistently in recent matches, despite having brought in two players so far.

[Futurexxx]

Arsenal is still quite predictable, still can be counted on as a favorite team, even though the results of their matches have been somewhat disappointing lately, especially against Nottingham. For me, what is currently too difficult to guess is Man City, their performance seems to return at the beginning of the season, even though it is clear that they have currently brought in 2 new players who are in the best condition. I think Rodri should be removed from the team.

At least Arsenal's results are much better than those of several other teams, so Arsenal's chances of winning the title are still very good. However, next week they face Manchester United, a team that is on a roll after beating Manchester City. Arsenal must be wary of any surprises that could occur in that match because if they're not careful, they could suffer a defeat like Manchester City.

With the much improvement from Manchester United since Michael Carrick took over, as the interim manager of the club, I believe that arsenal are going to be expecting a very strong test when Manchester United visited the emirate stadium this coming weekend. Though I don't like predicting or betting on such a game because their is a huge tendency that it may go in favour of any of these teams, but if I will be predicting on this game, i think that it might ends in a draw or Manchester United carries the day, since they are one of those teams that knows how to defeat arsenal, even when they are in a very bad form.


 

[Hanadawa]

With the much improvement from Manchester United since Michael Carrick took over, as the interim manager of the club, I believe that arsenal are going to be expecting a very strong test when Manchester United visited the emirate stadium this coming weekend. Though I don't like predicting or betting on such a game because their is a huge tendency that it may go in favour of any of these teams, but if I will be predicting on this game, i think that it might ends in a draw or Manchester United carries the day, since they are one of those teams that knows how to defeat arsenal, even when they are in a very bad form.

Winning the derby is a great result and will boost Manchester United's confidence when they face Arsenal. If they can beat second-placed City, it's not impossible for them to beat Arsenal. However, I don't think a win against City can be taken as a guarantee that United have made significant improvements. It's only one match, and that's not a reliable indicator. Michael Carrick needs to play at least 10 matches to see how he performs as United's interim manager. Despite this, United's performance was excellent, as they dominated City. Including goals disallowed by VAR and offside rules, United have scored at least four or five goals against City.

[Wakate]

Though I don't like predicting or betting on such a game because their is a huge tendency that it may go in favour of any of these teams, but if I will be predicting on this game, i think that it might ends in a draw or Manchester United carries the day, since they are one of those teams that knows how to defeat arsenal, even when they are in a very bad form.

You need to learn how to bet on those matches so that you will learn the possibility and get used to it.
You can bet on over 1.5 or win away or home over 0.5. With this kind of bet, it  will be safe for you to stake with small amounts so that even if the expected team you are hoping to win bet did not win, you are still going tknbe profitable with your predictions.

[Mustang Shelby]

Though I don't like predicting or betting on such a game because their is a huge tendency that it may go in favour of any of these teams, but if I will be predicting on this game, i think that it might ends in a draw or Manchester United carries the day, since they are one of those teams that knows how to defeat arsenal, even when they are in a very bad form.

You need to learn how to bet on those matches so that you will learn the possibility and get used to it.
You can bet on over 1.5 or win away or home over 0.5. With this kind of bet, it  will be safe for you to stake with small amounts so that even if the expected team you are hoping to win bet did not win, you are still going tknbe profitable with your predictions.

Yes, guaranteed bets might sound logical, but you decide if the risk is worth it. Because the odds are very low, and if you lose, you could suffer a significant loss. In my opinion, these matches have a higher risk. It seems more logical to focus on matches with higher odds.

[Solodoski]

In my view Aston Villa may be considered a challenger to both Arsenal and Manchester only in theory, because we also have teams such as Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham that will try to do the same. The most they can realistically achieve is finishing in 5th or 6th place at the end of the season. Although this is only my personal opinion, I wish them success in their endeavor to reach the higher levels of the table.

I really think Aston Villa are title contenders, but I don't see them winning the premier league ahead of Arsenal and Manchester City, but I don't agree they will end the season in 5th or 6th position.  Aston Villa has been in a very good form and comparing them to the other teams you mentioned,  I think they have a better chance to secure a champions league spot over this teams you just mentioned,  so I will stand on Aston Villa ending the season in the top 4 and nothing less than that. This I'd also my opinion based on teams form and performance so far.

[Nightwatchmare]

As it stands right now, judging from Manchester City's performance this night in the champion's league, losing 3-0 to Bodo, I think Arsenal just have to capitalise or else, once City find their form late in the season like they always do, it's a goner for them.

I really don't think that Manchester City is capable of putting in a title challenge against Arsenal this season . Manchester City is not in their best form right now and I think this has been an issue with them since last season,  so I don't see them putting any pressure on Arsenal.
Arsenal has been the most consistent team in the premier league if not even in Europe football. They look more like a team that are ready to win title and I am always surprised when people begin to think they will drop points and Manchester City will just pick up form and overtake them at the top of the table. I am sorry to disappoint people in that school of thought,  because I don't see that happening this season, so you all should just embrace yourself for Arsenal being crowned champion of the premier league in May.

I agree that Manchester City is not capable of challenging Arsenal for the title this season, but Arsenal is giving Manchester City the morale and opportunity to challenge for the title. Manchester City was not in their best form in the 2022/2023 season but they managed to win the premier league title from Arsenal that was topping the premier league standings with big points. If Arsenal want to win the title this season, they have to keep collecting 3 points so that Manchester City will not see the chance of overtaking Arsenal in the premier league standings and win the title when the season is about to end.

[Cryptmuster]

At least Arsenal's results are much better than those of several other teams, so Arsenal's chances of winning the title are still very good. However, next week they face Manchester United, a team that is on a roll after beating Manchester City. Arsenal must be wary of any surprises that could occur in that match because if they're not careful, they could suffer a defeat like Manchester City. Manchester City seems to be having problems in defense, making it difficult for them to perform consistently in recent matches, despite having brought in two players so far.

For Manchester United this is their first win in the last five matches, which included many draws and losse. So I don’t think Manchester United is a particularly dangerous opponent right now. Here it’s more about considering Manchester City’s not so great form. As for Arsenal, they are currently in excellent shape, and their worst matches happen when they fail to score. In such cases, they end up with 0-0 draws, like against Liverpool or Nottingham. And this match against Manchester United will be at home for them, where they play especially well, that’s why I think in this round they should beat the Red Devils.

[Volgastallion]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

[AYOBA]

I really think Aston Villa are title contenders, but I don't see them winning the premier league ahead of Arsenal and Manchester City, but I don't agree they will end the season in 5th or 6th position.  Aston Villa has been in a very good form and comparing them to the other teams you mentioned,  I think they have a better chance to secure a champions league spot over this teams you just mentioned,  so I will stand on Aston Villa ending the season in the top 4 and nothing less than that. This I'd also my opinion based on teams form and performance so far.

I also thought as much throughout last year that Aston Villa were able to win most of their matches I was thinking they can continue in that way and overtake Arsenal from the top of the table, I don’t know that it was initially formed now their managing top 3th sharing points with the Manchester City which a lot of people was hope for to be at the top spot easily; they think that Arsenal will just allow them to get the top spot just like that.

This season Arsenal performances where so much good and better than last season, and that’s why we can see that their pattern of playing is far different from last season which proves that they really came prepared this season to win the Premier League.

[kriminall]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

Actually, if we're talking about title aspirations, besides Manchester City, I don't think Aston Villa are title contenders either. Of course, they've played a few good matches, but they can't have the same impact as Manchester City. Therefore, we might see a title race between Arsenal and Manchester City until the end of the season. Arsenal are currently far ahead of their rivals and will want to maintain that advantage.

[Rockson1]

I also thought as much throughout last year that Aston Villa were able to win most of their matches I was thinking they can continue in that way and overtake Arsenal from the top of the table, I don’t know that it was initially formed now their managing top 3th sharing points with the Manchester City which a lot of people was hope for to be at the top spot easily; they think that Arsenal will just allow them to get the top spot just like that.

This season Arsenal performances where so much good and better than last season, and that’s why we can see that their pattern of playing is far different from last season which proves that they really came prepared this season to win the Premier League.

Many things are happening in this season English premier League title race, Arsenal are confidently sitting at the top right now but what I don't know is if they will win the title race despite that they have edge over other teams at this time, Manchester city, Aston villa were supposed to move upward as some of us think but the everything seem to be working perfectly well for arsenal but dude, I do not trust arsenal, until they win the title, that is when I can be sure, am not sure about them yet, arsenal has done will this season, no doubt about it, I will be happy if they win the league title but until they win, I will say congratulations to them.

[Abbatty]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

Well it one of those season that the league don’t want any drama, we have seen arsenal drop point this season but instead of Manchester city as the close contender to close up but instead they would also end up dropping points too. Well on the other hand Arsenal have been very good this season and honestly they really deserve to win the league this season, they have been consistent and resilient since the very beginning of the season.

Well the big fight for this season should be the top 4, with both Manchester city, Aston Villa and Liverpool  dropping points last week and Chelsea and Manchester United picking all 3 points, the points are closing up and we might have 5 teams fighting for just 3 champions league space. It been a season of ups and downs for most club but still some big club just have to make the champions league.

[Ahli38]

Arsenal is still quite predictable, still can be counted on as a favorite team, even though the results of their matches have been somewhat disappointing lately, especially against Nottingham. For me, what is currently too difficult to guess is Man City, their performance seems to return at the beginning of the season, even though it is clear that they have currently brought in 2 new players who are in the best condition. I think Rodri should be removed from the team.

At least Arsenal's results are much better than those of several other teams, so Arsenal's chances of winning the title are still very good. However, next week they face Manchester United, a team that is on a roll after beating Manchester City. Arsenal must be wary of any surprises that could occur in that match because if they're not careful, they could suffer a defeat like Manchester City.

With the much improvement from Manchester United since Michael Carrick took over, as the interim manager of the club, I believe that arsenal are going to be expecting a very strong test when Manchester United visited the emirate stadium this coming weekend. Though I don't like predicting or betting on such a game because their is a huge tendency that it may go in favour of any of these teams, but if I will be predicting on this game, i think that it might ends in a draw or Manchester United carries the day, since they are one of those teams that knows how to defeat arsenal, even when they are in a very bad form.

I personally think that Manchester United will find it difficult to win against Arsenal. Arsenal's home advantage will make things difficult for the Red Devils and even put pressure on them. In their last head-to-head meeting Arsenal defeated Man United despite playing away. So I personally predict that the upcoming match will only end in a draw or even a victory for Arsenal. The available odds also show that Arsenal is heavily favored in this match. Manchester United will need to work extra hard to defeat Arsenal. And luck will be needed for the Red Devils to win. But if Man United can win it will be a great momentum for Michael Carrick and will even draw special attention to him as the new coach for Man United.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

Both Manchester City and Aston villa are both good contenders against Arsenal in the race for the Premier league title winner this season, Aston villa may have failed multiple times to win games against smaller or weaker clubs but so also have Manchester City failed multiple times too, and one would want to say isn't this why both of this club currently are sitting on that same number of points.

Arsenal have a great opportunity in their hands at the moment as they can use this time to secure more wins, get ahead in points and make it impossible for both Manchester City and Aston villa to reach them again even if they end up losing a couple of games towards the end of the season, but then, I am not really sure if they (Arsenal) are really ready to win the title this season.

[Hypnotizer]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

About who will be the contender for the title this season, we can’t actually say between Manchester City and Aston Villa, both of them have won the same amount of matches, draw the same amount and lost the same amount as well. Basically who will be the contender will depend on the momentum the both of them are able to put till the end of the season.

Manchester City’s performance have not been good recently likewise that of Aston Villa but Manchester City are a bit better fit for being the contender.

[JeffBrad12]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

Calling Villa's game against Everton easy is wrong. They have been trying so hard to win, but Everton was solid in defense especially when doing low block. They was not also in a good state due to the so many injuries happened to their players. So it's normal when they sometimes lose. However, ruling out them from the title race when they still have same point as City is joke man.
In fact, Villa is still at top 3 even after they lose to the Everton. So they're still title contender.

[Princess Leah]

I dont know who is gonna be a contender in this season anymore, i mean Aston Villa seems like one but when they fail to win easy games like the past one against Everton in his home i start to doubt about them, Macnhester City for sure is a contender but after it i dont see any other team capable of being a contender, all the rest of the field are super irregular and cant be trusted at all sadly.

About who will be the contender for the title this season, we can’t actually say between Manchester City and Aston Villa, both of them have won the same amount of matches, draw the same amount and lost the same amount as well. Basically who will be the contender will depend on the momentum the both of them are able to put till the end of the season.

Manchester City’s performance have not been good recently likewise that of Aston Villa but Manchester City are a bit better fit for being the contender.

Well the next match ahead would determine who would lead in terms of point but for now those are the two teams behind Arsenal contending for the title and might take over the first position if Arsenal drop like most fans of rival teams expect. Although i don't think a similar thing would happen this season cause this current Arsenal squad is more ambitious and desperate for a title.

 So far, Aston Villa have been very impressive but I don't think they'll win the league they can only manage to finish in the top four which would be a very good achievement for the team, atleast they'll be able to attract better players across Europe and strengthen their team if they qualify for the Champions League.