Football Feats or Fails: Premier League 2025-26’s Hurdles Ahead

In the Premier League 2025-26 season, matchups between top players and rivals have kept fans on the edge of their seats! Initially, Aston Villa secured a 2-1 win against Arsenal in the English Premier League season. Goals were scored by Matty Cash (36’) and Emi Buendia (90+5’) for the Aston Villa team. On the other hand, Leandro Trossard (52’) scored the goals for the Arsenal side. Likewise, Everton is won 3-0 over Nottm Forest in the Premier League 2025-26 season. Nikola Milenkovic (2’), Thierno Barry (45+3’), and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (80’) scored for Everton.  

Newcastle was lost 2-1 against Burnley in the Premier League 2025-26 season. So then, goals were scored by Bruno Guimaraes (31’) and Anthony Gordon (45+8’) for Newcastle. Zian Flemming (90+4’) scored for Burnley, and Lucas Pires (43’) received a red card. For all football enthusiasts to view the team formation and the latest player news, know about it here.

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Recently, Man City secured a win 3-0 win over Sunderland in the Premier League 2025-26 season. Following that, Ruben Dias (31’), Josko Gvardiol (35’), and Phil Foden (65’) scored for Man City. While Sunderland tried to score goals, unfortunately Luke O’Nien (90+6’) got a red card. Similarly, Tottenham defeated Brentford 2-0, with Richarlison (25’) and Xavi Simons (43’) scoring goals for Tottenham. Finally, Bournemouth shared goals against Chelsea in the Premier League 2025-26 season.

Even more thrillingly, Leeds United drew 3-3 with Liverpool in the Premier League season. For instance, Dominic Calvert-Lewin (73’), Anton Stach (75’), and Ao Tanaka (90+6’) scored goals for Leeds United. While Hugo Ekitike (48’, 50’) and Dominik Szoboszlai (80’) scored goals for the Liverpool team. Moreover, Crystal Palace secured 2-1 against Fulham, and Man United was won 4-1 against Wolves. Check out all games with the latest bring-up-to-date.

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Chelsea vs Everton

Chelsea will confront Everton on December 13, 2025, at Stamford Bridge, London, England. They meet up for matchday 16 in the Premier League 2025-26 season with fresh news.

Standings

• Chelsea F.C.—5th place, with 25 points.
• Everton F.C.—7th place, with 24 points.

Prediction

While Chelsea is slightly higher in the Premier League table, they recently suffered an upset 1-2 loss to Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League. Chelsea’s Joao Pedro (25’) scored their lone goal.

However, they made 482 passes with 87% accuracy, committed 14 fouls, earned one yellow card and zero red cards, had three offsides, and won five corners. Overall, Chelsea has completed 15 matches with seven wins, four draws, and four losses. In their last five games, they have two wins, two draws, and one loss.

In contrast, Everton secured a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League. The winner came from Jack Grealish (78’). Everton registered 11 shots, three on target, with 45% possession in that match.

Bournemouth managed five shots, two on target, with 55% possession. They completed 472 passes over full time with 86% accuracy and committed 14 fouls, earning three yellow cards and zero red cards, plus two offsides and one corner. With home turf advantage, Chelsea should take the win.

Liverpool vs Brighton

At Liverpool, England, Brighton and Liverpool will get together on December 13, 2025. For matchday 16 in the Premier League 2025-26 showdown.

Standings

• Liverpool F.C.—10th place, with 23 points.
• Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.—8th place, with 23 points.

Prediction

Most recently, Liverpool suffered a 1-0 loss to Inter in the Champions League. Their Dominik Szoboszlai (88’) scored the goal. Inter kept a clean sheet. Liverpool had 12 shots, six on target, and 51% possession with 484 passes. They had one offside with three corners, while Inter had two offsides and six corners.

Inter responded with 12 shots, just 2 on target, 49% possession, 488 passes at 88% accuracy, and 13 fouls. In the Premier League standings, Liverpool has played 15 matches with seven wins, two draws, and six losses.

Meanwhile, Brighton suffered an 3-4 upset loss to Aston Villa in their recent fixture. Brighton’s goals came from Jan Paul van Hecke (9’, 83’) and Pau Torres (29’). Aston Villa replied with Ollie Watkins (37’, 45+7’), Amadou Onana (60’), and Donyell Malen (78’).

Brighton has played 15 matches with six wins, five draws, and four losses in the EPL so far. In their latest game, they had 87% pass accuracy, committed ten fouls, earned two yellow cards, and saw zero red cards. Over their last five matches, they have recorded two wins, two draws, and one loss. Given their form, Liverpool will undoubtedly prevail.

Arsenal vs Wolves

For matchday 16 in the Premier League 2025-26, Arsenal will tussle with Wolves. Both teams are playing on December 13, 2025, at Emirates Stadium, London, England.

Standings

• Arsenal F.C.—1st place, with 33 points.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.—20th place, with 2 points.

Prediction

In the Premier League, Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Brentford in their recent match. The goals were scored by Mikel Merino (11’) and Bukayo Saka (90+1’). Brentford failed to score. Arsenal had 14 shots, seven on target, with 64% possession in the fixture, plus 535 passes at 85% accuracy and seven fouls.

They received zero yellow or red cards on December 4, 2025. Brentford had five shots with zero on target and 36% possession, 300 passes at 74% accuracy, and ten fouls.

Conversely, Wolverhampton Wanderers lost 0-1 to Aston Villa recently. Aston Villa’s Boubacar Kamara (67’) scored the winner. Wolves have struggled all season and sit bottom of the table. They managed six shots, three on target, and 46% possession, completing 401 passes at 86% accuracy while committing 21 fouls.

They received four yellow cards and zero red cards,with two offsides and three corners. Overall, Wolves have completed 15 games with no wins, two draws, and 13 losses. As a result, Arsenal will surely secure victory.

Crystal Palace vs Man City

On December 14, 2025, Crystal Palace will face off with Man City at Selhurst Park, London, England. For matchday 16 in the Premier League 2025-26 season.

Standings

• Crystal Palace F.C.—4th place, with 26 points.
• Manchester City F.C.—2nd place, with 31 points.

Prediction

Crystal Palace lost 1-0 to Burnley in their latest Premier League match. Their goal came from Daniel Munoz (44’). They managed three shots, all on target, despite 45% possession. Key injuries plague the squad: Chadi Riad (knee), Daniel Munoz (knee), and Ismaila Sarr (ankle, expected back mid-December 2025).

In contrast, Man City continued their consistent form in the Premier League 2025-26 season, edging Fulham 5-4. City had ten shots,five on target. Erling Haaland (17’), Tijjani Reijnders (37’), Phil Foden (44’, 48’), and Sander Berge (54’) scored for Man City. Based on their performances, Man City will likely win their next fixtures.

Sunderland vs Newcastle

Sunderland will confront Newcastle on December 14, 2025, at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England. They are meeting up for matchday 16 in the Premier League 2025-26 showdown.

Standings

• Sunderland A.F.C.—9th place, with 23 points.
• Newcastle United F.C.—12th place, with 22 points.

Prediction

Sunderland drew with Liverpool in the Premier League recently. Sunderland’s Chemsdine Talbi (67’) scored, as did Liverpool’s Nordi Mukiele (81’). Sunderland had eight shots, four on target, but only 34% possession. They have finished 15 matches with six wins, five draws, and four losses. In their last five games, one win, two draws, and two losses.

Newcastle delivered a moderate performance in the EPL recently, drawing 2-2 with Tottenham. Tottenham’s Cristian Romero (78’, 90+5’) scored twice. Newcastle’s replies came from Bruno Guimaraes (71’) and Anthony Gordon (86’). They completed 397 passes at 88% accuracy and committed five fouls. Overall, Newcastle will have a slight edge.

West Ham vs Aston Villa

At London Stadium, West Ham will encounter Aston Villa on December 14, 2025. For matchday 16 in the Premier League 2025-26 season.

Standings

• West Ham United F.C.—18th place, with 13 points.
• Aston Villa F.C.—3rd place, with 30 points.

Prediction

West Ham showed resilience but settled for a 1-1 draw against Man Utd. recently. West Ham’s Soungoutou Magassa (83’) scored, matched by Diogo Dalot (58’) for Man United. West Ham completed 290 passes at 72% accuracy.

Meanwhile, Aston Villa defeated Brighton 4-3 in the Premier League. Villa’s Ollie Watkins (37’, 45+7’), Amadou Onana (60’), and Donyell Malen (78’) scored. Brighton replied with Jan Paul van Hecke (9’, 83’) and Pau Torres (29’). Villa had 12 shots, nine on target, 47% possession, and 338 passes. Thus, Aston Villa will surely claim victory in their upcoming match.