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BreakingNews.ie
2 days ago
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- BreakingNews.ie
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber rates the club's Premier League title chances
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is convinced the Gunners already have all the tools they need to construct a Premier League title-winning season. It has been a productive summer for sporting director Andrea Berta and boss Mikel Arteta, who have so far made six new permanent additions in the open transfer window. Advertisement On Thursday, speaking ahead of Arsenal's top flight curtain-raiser with Manchester United at Old Trafford, Arteta said of their trophy pursuit: 'You keep digging, digging, digging, because one day the gold is going to be there.' Timber agreed with his manager's mining metaphor, adding: 'You can tell we are close, it is just that last step. There is nothing more you can do (except) just go for it and fight for it all the way. 'I think we have the manager for it, we have the team for it, we have the club for it. That is the reason why everyone is so excited to start again. Give it all because we know we have the chance.' Timber disagreed that any misfortune played a significant part in Arsenal – last season's runners-up – ultimately finding themselves 10 points adrift of that campaign's champions. Advertisement 'You always need a bit of luck but in the end last season we just weren't good enough,' he said. 'Liverpool were better. So we are trying to make that difference this season.' Arsenal follow their trip to Old Trafford with meetings against Leeds, Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, Manchester City and Newcastle. Timber added: 'It is a tough beginning, isn't it? I think last season we had a tough start. It can go both ways. If you start well, it can be amazing. 'That is the challenge. We have to see game-by-game, so for us it is Manchester on Sunday and then Leeds. I think we also have to have that approach of it being another game we need to win. That is the best way to approach (it). Advertisement 'Personally when the programme comes out for the first time you think 'oh, that is a tough start'. And then from now on, the whole week you are just talking about Manchester United, not the game against City. It is so far away. The whole week has been about Manchester United. Not even Leeds or Liverpool.' Timber revealed he underwent surgery for an ankle issue at the end of last season to 'take something out that was bothering me for a long time', adding 'I feel good now.' He does not believe Arsenal are under any extra pressure this season, despite their silverware drought. He added: 'I think Arsenal has showed the last couple of years already that we will always be fighting for the title. Advertisement 'Also every year they are trying to strengthen the squad, this summer as well. I think we have an amazing group and a group to do amazing things, this is what we will strive for of course and we will try to give everything, like every season. This season is not going to be any different.'
The Independent
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber rates the club's Premier League title chances
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is convinced the Gunners already have all the tools they need to construct a Premier League title-winning season. It has been a productive summer for sporting director Andrea Berta and boss Mikel Arteta, who have so far made six new permanent additions in the open transfer window. On Thursday, speaking ahead of Arsenal's top flight curtain-raiser with Manchester United at Old Trafford, Arteta said of their trophy pursuit: 'You keep digging, digging, digging, because one day the gold is going to be there.' Timber agreed with his manager's mining metaphor, adding: 'You can tell we are close, it is just that last step. There is nothing more you can do (except) just go for it and fight for it all the way. 'I think we have the manager for it, we have the team for it, we have the club for it. That is the reason why everyone is so excited to start again. Give it all because we know we have the chance.' Timber disagreed that any misfortune played a significant part in Arsenal – last season's runners-up – ultimately finding themselves 10 points adrift of that campaign's champions. 'You always need a bit of luck but in the end last season we just weren't good enough,' he said. 'Liverpool were better. So we are trying to make that difference this season.' Arsenal follow their trip to Old Trafford with meetings against Leeds, Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, Manchester City and Newcastle. Timber added: 'It is a tough beginning, isn't it? I think last season we had a tough start. It can go both ways. If you start well, it can be amazing. 'That is the challenge. We have to see game-by-game, so for us it is Manchester on Sunday and then Leeds. I think we also have to have that approach of it being another game we need to win. That is the best way to approach (it). 'Personally when the programme comes out for the first time you think 'oh, that is a tough start'. And then from now on, the whole week you are just talking about Manchester United, not the game against City. It is so far away. The whole week has been about Manchester United. Not even Leeds or Liverpool.' Timber revealed he underwent surgery for an ankle issue at the end of last season to 'take something out that was bothering me for a long time', adding 'I feel good now.' He does not believe Arsenal are under any extra pressure this season, despite their silverware drought. He added: 'I think Arsenal has showed the last couple of years already that we will always be fighting for the title. 'Also every year they are trying to strengthen the squad, this summer as well. I think we have an amazing group and a group to do amazing things, this is what we will strive for of course and we will try to give everything, like every season. This season is not going to be any different.'
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Sport
- Malay Mail
Anfield emotion, title dreams: Liverpool open Premier League season as team to beat
MANCHESTER, Aug 15 — Fresh off a dominant title-winning campaign, Liverpool kick off the new Premier League season on Friday as the team to beat, as the Reds have transitioned from Jurgen Klopp's high-octane chaos to a more measured possession-based style under Arne Slot. Liverool host Bournemouth in the season's curtain-raiser on what is sure to be an emotional night at Anfield after the July 3 death of forward Diogo Jota in a car crash. Liverpool, who locked up last year's title with four matches to spare, had a bold and ambitious summer, signing Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, who headline a revamped attack that promises to be among the most explosive in the league. They also added pace at fullback by acquiring Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez. Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk remain central pillars. The key question is can Liverpool's new-look defence hold firm to support a title repeat? Slot is cautiously optimistic. 'The reason that it is so difficult is there are so many competitors who can also win the league here,' he said on Thursday. 'To win it once is already very, very special. That is unbelievable if you are able to do it (twice) in this league. This year it is probably going to be harder than before.' Bournemouth finished ninth last season. Manchester City travel to Wolverhampton on Saturday as Pep Guardiola looks to restore his revamped team to their former glory after last term's third-place disappointment. Rodri, whose absence last season due to a serious knee injury contributed to City's poor campaign, is facing a race to get fit for their opening match after picking up an injury during the Fifa Club World Cup. The Ballon d'Or winner has returned to training, but Guardiola said he will not be 'really, really fit' until after the September international break. City finished 13 points behind Liverpool last season. Wolves were 16th. Perennial contenders Arsenal, who have finished second three seasons running, travel to Old Trafford on Sunday to play Manchester United in a much-anticipated clash of two revamped teams. Desperate to break the second-place cycle, the Gunners added quality and depth in signing Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard to bolster the midfield, and Viktor Gyökeres to help solve their long-standing striker issue. Arsenal's defence remains elite — and will be put to the test against United's brand new front three of Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, and Bryan Mbeumo. After their dismal 15th-place finish last season under new boss Ruben Amorim, United have been in full rebuild mode, with expectations high but patience wearing thin. The Red Devils are aiming for a top-four finish and a return to European football. But United remain a wild card. The big question is can Amorim quickly galvanise his new-look squad into a competitive force, or will this be another frustrating season of transition? The three promoted clubs get a taste of England's top flight this weekend with Sunderland hosting West Ham United and Burnley travelling to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, and Leeds United hosting Everton on Monday. — Reuters
CNA
5 days ago
- Sport
- CNA
Title dreams and redemption: Premier League teams gear up for new campaign
MANCHESTER, England :Fresh off a dominant title-winning campaign, Liverpool kick off the new Premier League season on Friday as the team to beat, as the Reds have transitioned from Juergen Klopp's high-octane chaos to a more measured possession-based style under Arne Slot. Liverpool host Bournemouth in the season's curtain-raiser on what is sure to be an emotional night at Anfield after the July 3 death of forward Diogo Jota in a car crash. Liverpool, who locked up last year's title with four matches to spare, had a bold and ambitious summer, signing Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, who headline a revamped attack that promises to be among the most explosive in the league. They also added pace at fullback by acquiring Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez. Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk remain central pillars. The key question is can Liverpool's new-look defence hold firm to support a title repeat? Slot is cautiously optimistic. "The reason that it is so difficult is there are so many competitors who can also win the league here," he said on Thursday. "To win it once is already very, very special. That is unbelievable if you are able to do it (twice) in this league. This year it is probably going to be harder than before." Bournemouth finished ninth last season. Manchester City travel to Wolverhampton on Saturday as Pep Guardiola looks to restore his revamped team to their former glory after last term's third-place disappointment. Rodri, whose absence last season due to a serious knee injury contributed to City's poor campaign, is facing a race to get fit for their opening match after picking up an injury during the FIFA Club World Cup. The Ballon d'Or winner has returned to training, but Guardiola said he will not be "really, really fit" until after the September international break. City finished 13 points behind Liverpool last season. Wolves were 16th. Perennial contenders Arsenal, who have finished second three seasons running, travel to Old Trafford on Sunday to play Manchester United in a much-anticipated clash of two revamped teams. Desperate to break the second-place cycle, the Gunners added quality and depth in signing Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard to bolster the midfield, and Viktor Gyökeres to help solve their long-standing striker issue. Arsenal's defence remains elite — and will be put to the test against United's brand new front three of Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, and Bryan Mbeumo. After their dismal 15th-place finish last season under new boss Ruben Amorim, United have been in full rebuild mode, with expectations high but patience wearing thin. The Red Devils are aiming for a top-four finish and a return to European football. But United remain a wild card. The big question is can Amorim quickly galvanise his new-look squad into a competitive force, or will this be another frustrating season of transition? The three promoted clubs get a taste of England's top flight this weekend with Sunderland hosting West Ham United and Burnley travelling to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, and Leeds United hosting Everton on Monday.
Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Liverpool warn rivals: Star set for even BIGGER season
Liverpool believe they're about to get an even bigger season out of one title-winning star. Watch out, Premier League. Liverpool walked to the Premier League title last season as by far the most consistent team. And they did it in their head coach's first season in charge and without a single major transfer. LFC Kits Shop Now LFC x New Era Shop Now LFC Signed Merch Shop Now LFC x Titleist Shop Now In fact, Arne Slot's squad was a net negative on Jurgen Klopp's. He gained Federico Chiesa, the sole summer addition, but lost out on Thiago and Joel Matip, both of whom retired. Slot's secret, then, was making sure the squad moved up a level. They did exactly that and several players reached levels we hadn't seen at Liverpool. Some did it in positions we didn't even know they could play. Ryan Gravenberch was a revelation as a holding midfielder, while Luis Diaz became a key option as a centre-forward. Everything fit together beautifully and Liverpool won the league. Now they believe that at least one star is going to move up another level. Cody Gakpo backed to improve Cody Gakpo kicked on last season to be a vital player for Liverpool. The Dutchman started 23 games - the most he's ever played in a league campaign - and scored 10 times, assisting another four. He scored more, created more and was decisive. Four of Gakpo's goals were equalisers, while another two opened the scoring, with one more earning the three points. It was a fantastic campaign and Liverpool reportedly expect even more to come. The Athletic claims that Liverpool aren't in any rush to replace the outgoing Luis Diaz. He's joining Bayern Munich after three and a half years at Anfield. It's written that Gakpo 'is expected to kick on and play an even bigger part' after his standout season. Liverpool, then, appear ready to back the winger rather than pay for a big-money replacement.
