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Matchday 19 Awards Happy New Year, dear EPLNews readers! Here we are in 2025, where some things are clearer – like Liverpool being firm favourites for the title after dismantling West Ham or Manchester United’s ever deepening crisis – and some are much less clear. Such as just how much longer will the Spurs board support Postecoglou and the results he brings in. Meanwhile, Forest are continuing the season strongly after beating Everton last time out, Southampton are inching ever closer to relegation after failing to hold on to a lead against Palace and Manchester City have shown that there is still…

Brentford vs Arsenal Report Scorers: Mbeumo 13’; Jesus 29’, Merino 50’, Martinelli 53’ Arsenal bolstered their Premier League title credentials with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Brentford, overcoming an early setback to secure three crucial points and extend their unbeaten streak in all competitions to 12 matches. First Half: Brentford Strike First, Arsenal Respond The Gunners controlled possession early on, but it was Brentford who made the breakthrough in the 13th minute. Bryan Mbeumo showcased his individual brilliance, cutting inside from the right before beating David Raya at his near post with a thunderous strike, courtesy of Mikkel Damsgaard’s excellent…

Liverpool and Everton Fans Unite Against Soaring Premier League Ticket Prices In a rare moment of solidarity, Merseyside rivals Liverpool and Everton are setting aside their fierce competition to join forces against a shared adversary: escalating Premier League ticket prices. This unlikely alliance is part of a broader campaign involving several top-flight clubs, aiming to challenge pricing policies that threaten to erode the traditional match-day experience for fans. Fan Groups Stand Together to Challenge Ticket Price Hikes Supporter groups from six Premier League clubs—Liverpool, Everton, Manchester United, Manchester City, West Ham, and Tottenham—have banded together to demand action against soaring ticket costs.…

Premier League Stats 2024: How Did Top Clubs and Players Perform Last Year? As the festive season fades into memory, football fans can take solace in the thrilling journey that lies ahead in the Premier League. The new year offers fresh opportunities for triumph and redemption across the top-flight table. While some managers may feel the weight of unresolved challenges, others might quietly relish the successes of the past year. For every club, 2024 was either a celebration or a chapter to swiftly forget. With the countdown to midnight now in the rear-view mirror, teams have set aside their brief…

Brentford vs Arsenal Preview Draw or Arsenal win Over 2.5 goals Friday night’s goalless draw between Brentford and Brighton might have been a surprising result given both teams’ recent attacking prowess, but it added a valuable second away point to Brentford’s Premier League campaign (D2, L7). As they prepare to face Arsenal, Thomas Frank’s side will relish returning to the Gtech Community Stadium, where they’ve been formidable this season, collecting a joint-high 22 home points in the league (W7, D1, L1). This upcoming clash promises to be a fascinating encounter as Brentford aim to regain their form at home, while…

Manchester United vs Newcastle Report Scorers: Isak 4’, Joelinton 19’ Manchester United’s poor form hit a new low as Newcastle United cruised to a 2-0 win at Old Trafford, handing Ruben Amorim his fifth league defeat in December alone – a dismal feat not endured by the Red Devils since 1962. First Half: Newcastle Take Command Early The Magpies wasted no time asserting their dominance, with Alexander Isak opening the scoring in the fourth minute. The Swede rose highest to meet Lewis Hall’s inch-perfect cross, heading past a static André Onana to continue his stunning form with a sixth consecutive…

Aston Villa vs Brighton Report Scorers: Watkins 36’ (P), Rogers 47’; Adingra 12’, Lamptey 81’ A thrilling encounter at Villa Park ended in a 2-2 draw as Aston Villa battled back from an early setback against Brighton & Hove Albion, who extended their Premier League winless run to seven matches. First Half: Adingra Punishes Villa’s Error The match began with Brighton taking full advantage of a Villa defensive mishap. Ezri Konsa’s poor handling of a hopeful long ball from Lewis Dunk allowed Simon Adingra to pounce, curling a precise shot past Emiliano Martínez into the far corner. Moments later, Julio Enciso…

Ipswich vs Chelsea Report Scorers: Delap 12’ (P), Hutchinson 53’ Ipswich Town finally broke their home Premier League (PL) duck this season with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over a struggling Chelsea side, who now find themselves in a perilous position in the title race after a disappointing festive period. First Half: Early Penalty Sets Ipswich on Their Way The Tractor Boys started brightly, showcasing their intent from the outset. Nathan Broadhead had an early effort blocked by Tosin Adarabioyo, but Ipswich wouldn’t have to wait long to take the lead. In the 12th minute, Filip Jörgensen clumsily brought down Liam Delap…

Are Southampton Set to Become the Premier League’s Worst Team Ever? The situation at Southampton is looking dire. As the Premier League season reaches its midway point, the Saints find themselves anchored to the bottom of the table with a mere six points. Sunday’s 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace further deepened their woes. Even Derby County’s infamously disastrous 2007-08 season, often regarded as the Premier League’s worst-ever campaign, featured a better record at this stage. Could Southampton be on course to surpass that unfortunate milestone and become the worst team in Premier League history? Let’s delve into the numbers to assess their…

Is Liverpool’s New Front Three Superior to Salah, Mané & Firmino? Jürgen Klopp’s iconic Liverpool side was defined by its formidable attacking trio, with Mohamed Salah completing a partnership that dominated European football. With Salah delivering a flurry of goals from the right, Brazilian maestro Roberto Firmino orchestrating play through the centre with moments of brilliance and Sadio Mané offering a mix of selflessness and dynamism on the left, Liverpool achieved unparalleled success. Together, they claimed the Premier League, Champions League and more, forming a triumvirate revered across Europe. Fast forward to the present and Liverpool’s attacking force under head coach…