As the 2024/25 English Premier League season approaches, the traditional “Big Six” clubs have been busy fine-tuning their squads during pre-season. Each team has had its own unique challenges and successes, providing fans with a glimpse of what to expect in the coming months. Here’s a closer look at how Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur have fared in their pre-season campaigns.
Arsenal
Arsenal’s pre-season results have been largely positive, with three wins, one draw, and a single loss from their five matches. Mikel Arteta’s side kicked off with a comfortable 2-0 win against Leyton Orient, where Gabriel Jesus and Emile Smith Rowe were on target. A hard-fought 1-1 draw with Bournemouth followed, with Fabio Vieira scoring the equaliser before Arsenal triumphed on penalties.
The Gunners then secured an impressive 2-1 victory over Manchester United, with young talents Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly providing assists. A narrow 2-1 defeat to Liverpool could not overshadow Kai Havertz’s excellent display, playing in a deeper role while still managing to score. Arsenal rounded off their pre-season with a 4-1 thrashing of Bayer Leverkusen, where Havertz shone again with a goal and two assists.
Key takeaways include Havertz’s versatility and Gabriel Jesus’ sharp form, both of which bode well for Arsenal’s upcoming campaign. Arteta’s squad seems well-prepared, with strong performances across the board, especially from their attacking players.
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Manchester City
Manchester City’s pre-season was a mixed bag, with one win, one draw, and two losses from their four matches. They started with a 4-3 defeat to Celtic in a thrilling encounter where Erling Haaland, who scored twice, and young prospect Oscar Bobb impressed. Another close match followed, this time a 3-2 loss to AC Milan, where Haaland was on target again.
City managed a 2-2 draw against Barcelona, though they lost the penalty shootout. In their final pre-season match, City bounced back with a 4-2 win over Chelsea, with Haaland bagging a hat-trick and Bobb continuing to shine with a goal and an assist.
Pep Guardiola’s side looked strong offensively, with Haaland leading the charge as expected. However, the defence showed signs of vulnerability, which might concern Guardiola heading into the new season, especially with key players returning late from international duty.
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Manchester United
Manchester United’s pre-season was a rollercoaster, with two wins and three losses from their five games. They started poorly with a 1-0 defeat to Rosenborg but bounced back with a 2-0 victory over Rangers, where Amad Diallo and Joe Hugill found the net. A close 2-1 loss to Arsenal followed, despite new signing Rasmus Højlund scoring.
United’s most impressive performance came in a 3-2 win over Real Betis, where Marcus Rashford and Amad Diallo shone. However, they ended their pre-season on a sour note with a heavy 3-0 loss to Liverpool.
Injuries to key players like Højlund and Leny Yoro have hampered United’s preparations. However, the emergence of Amad Diallo as a potential star, coupled with Rashford’s good form, gives Erik ten Hag some positives to build on as they head into the season.
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Chelsea
Chelsea had a challenging pre-season under new manager Enzo Maresca, with only one win, one draw, and two losses from their four matches. They drew 2-2 with Wrexham in their opener, with Christopher Nkunku making an immediate impact with a goal. A heavy 4-1 loss to Celtic followed, despite Nkunku scoring again.
Chelsea responded with a 3-0 win over Club America, where Nkunku was involved in two of the goals. However, they ended their pre-season with a 4-2 defeat to Manchester City, where Noni Madueke was a standout performer.
Nkunku has been a bright spot for Chelsea, showcasing his versatility and goal-scoring ability. However, Maresca’s side struggled defensively, conceding too many goals, which will need addressing before the Premier League kicks off.
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Liverpool
Liverpool enjoyed a strong pre-season under new manager Arne Slot, winning three of their four matches. After a surprising 1-0 loss to Preston, they bounced back with a 1-0 win over Real Betis, thanks to a goal from Dominik Szoboszlai. A 2-1 victory over Arsenal followed, where Mohamed Salah and Fabio Carvalho were on target.
Liverpool capped off their pre-season with a dominant 3-0 win against Manchester United, with goals from Carvalho, Kostas Tsimikas, and Curtis Jones.
Slot’s Liverpool looked well-drilled and sharp, with Szoboszlai playng well in Slot’s system. Salah’s continued form and the emergence of young talents like Carvalho provide optimism for the Reds as they aim to challenge for the title once more.
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Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham had a largely positive pre-season, winning four of their five matches. They started with a 5-1 thrashing of Hearts, with several young players getting on the scoresheet. A 2-0 win over QPR followed, where Yves Bissouma and Dane Scarlett scored.
Spurs continued their good form with a 3-2 win over Vissel Kobe, with Pedro Porro and Son Heung-min among the scorers. A thrilling 4-3 victory over Team K League highlighted their attacking prowess, though they ended their pre-season with a narrow 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich.
Spurs’ pre-season showcased their attacking depth, with Son, Porro, and Dejan Kulusevski all in excellent form. However, defensive frailties remain a concern.
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As the 2024/25 Premier League season approaches, each of the Big Six has shown flashes of brilliance in pre-season, but also areas that need improvement. With new signings and tactical tweaks in place, the stage is set for another thrilling campaign.
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