Premier ligue

Date: Sunday, 17 August 2025 Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester Match Overview The 2025/26 Premier League season kicks off with a blockbuster clash between two of England's most storied clubs. Manchester United, under new manager Ruben Amorim, aim to rebound from a disappointing 15th-place finish last season. Arsenal, led by Mikel Arteta, seek to finally clinch the title after three consecutive second-place finishes. Both teams have significantly strengthened their squads over the summer, setting the stage for an exciting encounter at Old Trafford. Tactical Outlook Manchester United Ruben Amorim's appointment has brought a fresh tactical approach to Manchester United. The team is expected to adopt a 3-4-2-1 formation, focusing on high pressing and quick transitions. New signings Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Šeško are anticipated to lead the attack, bringing pace and creativity to the forward line. However, United's defense remains a concern. With Lisandro...

Kick-off: Sunday, 17 August 2025 — 2 p.m. BST Venue: The City Ground, Nottingham Match Overview Nottingham Forest begin their Premier League campaign with added ambition after a remarkable 2024/25 season, finishing seventh and securing European football for the first time in decades. Brentford arrive at the City Ground amid significant changes, including a managerial shift, key departures, and a summer of uncertainty. Team News & Predicted Lineups Nottingham Forest Unavailable: Nicolas Dominguez (knee) Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Sels; Cunha, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Yates, Anderson; Ndoye, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood Brentford Out: Vitaly Janelt (ankle), Gustavo Nunes (thigh), Yoane Wissa (future uncertainty), Paris Maghoma Doubtful: Kevin Schade, Caoimhin Kelleher Predicted XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Henry; Jensen, Henderson; Carvalho, Damsgaard, Lewis-Potter; Thiago Tactical Outlook & Historical Context Forest’s Strength at Home: ...

Chelsea enter the new campaign as Club World Cup champions, having lifted the trophy this summer. Crystal Palace, meanwhile, carry momentum from their Community Shield triumph over Liverpool. Form & Head-to-Head Chelsea are unbeaten in their last 15 Premier League meetings with Palace (13 wins, 2 draws) – their longest active run against any opponent. The last league loss to Palace at Stamford Bridge was in April 2017. Last season, Palace ended with a club-record 53 points under Oliver Glasner and lifted their first-ever major trophy – the FA Cup. Team News & Lineups Chelsea Out: Nicolas Jackson (suspended) Levi Colwill (ACL injury, long-term) Romeo Lavia (muscle strain, out until mid-Sep) Benoît Badiashile (leg knock, likely mid-Sep return) Mykhaylo Mudryk (suspended) Doubtful/Returning: Wesley Fofana (minor thigh knock – doubtful) Trevoh Chalobah (fit and expected to play) Expected XI: GK: Robert Sánchez Defense: Malo Gusto, ...