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Five things we learnt from brilliant and unpredictable Premier League season
The Premier League has wrapped up one of the most thrilling and unpredictable seasons in recent memory.
What began as a two-horse race between Manchester City and Arsenal evolved into a drama-filled campaign that delivered surprises week after week. While few anticipated Liverpool lifting the trophy, even fewer foresaw the extent of Manchester United’s downfall.
Liverpool’s title win marked a spectacular debut for Arne Slot, shaking up the expected order and ending City’s era of dominance.
For the first time since 2017, Pep Guardiola’s side ended the year without any silverware, with key players like Kevin De Bruyne reportedly heading for the exit. Erling Haaland expressed disappointment over their performance, calling the season frustrating.
Guardiola even considered stepping down, citing issues with squad depth, though he later walked back those comments. This shift in power has opened the door for a more competitive title race next season.
Arsenal, despite high expectations, failed once again to clinch the league, finishing second for the third straight year. After falling short behind Liverpool, pressure is mounting on Mikel Arteta to deliver.
The club hasn’t won the Premier League in over two decades, and frustration is growing among fans and pundits alike. Former player Paul Merson voiced concerns, suggesting Arteta might not survive another trophyless campaign if results don’t improve quickly.
Manchester United’s season went from bad to worse, plunging to a new low under Ruben Amorim following Erik ten Hag’s dismissal in October. A club once known for excellence finished 15th, their worst showing in the Premier League era, and missed out on European football entirely.
Despite Amorim’s willingness to resign if deemed unfit, the real problems at United run deeper. The transition under part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has done little to steady the ship, and with high-earning underperformers on the books, the future looks bleak. Even captain Bruno Fernandes is rumored to be seeking an exit.
Elsewhere, Crystal Palace and Newcastle made headlines for their cup success. Palace secured their first-ever major trophy by defeating Manchester City in the FA Cup final, a moment that will go down in club history.
Newcastle also ended their long wait for domestic glory with a Carabao Cup triumph over Liverpool. These achievements serve as a reminder to Premier League sides that silverware still matters and should motivate more clubs to take domestic competitions seriously rather than fielding weakened teams.
Chelsea rounded out the season with a return to the Champions League after securing fourth place on the final day. After finishing 12th and 6th in the two prior seasons, this turnaround signals progress under new ownership.
Should they defeat Real Betis in the upcoming Conference League final, Chelsea will become the first club to win all three major UEFA tournaments. Manager Enzo Maresca has silenced critics of his youthful squad, responding with confidence and pride in their achievement.
This season was full of unpredictability, from Tottenham’s bizarre campaign—finishing 17th in the league but finally ending their trophy drought in Europe—to Nottingham Forest’s shock qualification for continental football.
With the traditional powerhouses shaken and underdogs rising, next season promises to be just as compelling.
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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer
Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.
The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.
In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.
The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.
Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.
Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.
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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider
Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.
In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.
The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.
With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.
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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho
Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.
A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.
Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.
Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.
Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.
After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.
Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.
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