Premier League table predicted by Supercomputer with bad news for Man Utd
Opta's supercomputer has attempted to predict how the 2025/26 Premier League season will pan out and has tipped Liverpool to retain their crown - but a host of other issues are worth exploring
Liverpool has been predicted by Opta's supercomputer to hold onto their Premier League title, with the algorithm giving the Reds a 28.5 percent chance of back-to-back victories for the first time.
Arne Slot's team clinched the title with little competition last season, and fans on Merseyside are now hoping for consecutive Premier League crowns for the first time in history. Arsenal is expected to be their main competition.
However, it's not all good news for the Gunners as they're predicted to finish second for the fourth consecutive season. Their chances of winning the title are estimated at 24.3 percent. In line with last season's standings, Manchester City is tipped to secure third place.
Pep Guardiola's squad has made investments in an attempt to reclaim their position at the top of English football, but if Opta's predictions hold true, the Catalan will go two years without a title for the first time in England. They have an 18.8 percent chance of success.
Manchester United is hoping for a comeback after a pre-season under Ruben Amorim and over £200million in new signings, including Benjamin Sesko. However, the Opta algorithm predicts another mid-table season for the Red Devils, with a forecasted finish in 12th place.
At the bottom of the Premier League table, the worrying trend may persist. According to Opta's stats, Sunderland, Leeds, and Burnley are all predicted to be relegated, with Sunderland at the very bottom. This would mark the third consecutive year that all promoted teams are sent back down.
Wolves are expected to have a tough season but will manage to secure the 17th spot, a position many teams desire. Their chances of relegation are relatively low at just 7.3 percent, which is significantly less than Burnley (16.6), Leeds (17.8), and Sunderland (34.1).
Chelsea is projected to complete the top four. However, their chances of clinching the title are slim, with only an 8.4 percent chance of finishing first, a significant drop from the top three.
Their London rivals, Tottenham, are planning a major overhaul under Thomas Frank, but little progress is expected after last season's challenging year. They remain behind the Red Devils, with Opta predicting a 14th place finish - lower than Frank's former team Brentford.
Despite significant changes and the loss of one of their star players, the Bees are expected to finish in tenth place, an impressive feat considering the talent they've lost.
Nottingham Forest, the Premier League's dark horse, isn't expected by Opta to repeat their previous success. The added pressure of European football could strain their resources, leading to a prediction of a bottom-half finish.
Crystal Palace fans will likely be thrilled by the supercomputer's prediction for their season, with the Eagles perched in seventh place. This could potentially mean a return to European football as Oliver Glasner continues to steer the club forward, although this may hinge on retaining their top players.
Aston Villa and Newcastle are still in the mix for European spots, but there's been a shuffle in the rankings. Unai Emery's squad snags fifth place, possibly signaling a comeback to the Champions League. However, the Magpies slip to sixth, which would be a setback.