Wayne Rooney, the Premier League legend, unveiled his bold predictions for the 2025–26 season on BBC’s Match of the Day—confirming Liverpool to clinch back-to-back titles, with Arsenal, Manchester City, and Chelsea rounding out the top four.(turn0search1)
The Merseyside outfit enters the new season as reigning champions, having sealed the 2024–25 title by a 10-point margin over Arsenal. Rooney sees that dominance continuing.(turn0search16)
Arsenal, the close runners-up last time, retain their spot in Rooney’s forecast, followed by City and Chelsea. Their consistency and depth make them steady challengers for Champions League spots.
Rooney didn’t overlook Manchester United’s resurgence. After a disappointing 15th-place finish in 2024–25, he expects them to finish fifth—crediting new manager Amorim’s approach, although cautioning that “one or two more signings” will be vital for United to truly compete.(turn0search1)
The landscape for United remains demanding: a tense transfer window, high expectations, and fans longing for a return to glory. Rooney’s nod, however, signals cautious optimism amid ongoing transition.
Rooney’s lineup echoes betting and analytics trends. For instance, Squawka forecasts United’s odds to surprise some pundits and break into the top five—consistent with Rooney’s projection.(turn0search13)
As the 2025–26 season unfolds—set to embrace innovations like semi-automated offside technology and witness Leeds, Burnley, and Sunderland return to the Premier League—Rooney’s predictions will fuel fervent debate right into May. Liverpool’s momentum, Arsenal’s push, United’s rebuild: it’s shaping up to be deliciously competitive.
