After the first round of the Premier League 2025/26, MU's former Gary Neville captain soon predicted the final chart.
In the Premier League match, M. lost to Arsenal 0-1 at home because of the close head of Riccardo Calafiori. But except for the negative handling of goalkeeper Altay Bayindir leading to a goal, MU really plays “bright” much more if compared to the previous season.
They even overwhelmed Arsenal for most of the time. Creating many opportunities, so if it was a little lucky, MU was able to win at least 1 point before the Gunners. The performance of Ruben Amorim's students made Gary Neville think about predicting the end of the season.
Specifically, Neville believes that MU will finish the top 4 this season. On the eve of the season, the former British defender predicted that the Red Devils could only end at 6th or 8th place on the English Premier League 2025/26.
In the championship race, Neville believed that Arsenal had enough qualities to be crowned although he admitted the gap between the Gunners, Liverpool and Man City in this race is not much.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville stated the view: “This is my late change but has a little scientific basis. Last season, I remember watching Chelsea in the opening match and I thought they would be at the top 4. It was right at the end of the season 2024/25. Surprisingly for all this season.
Not long ago, I expected MU to reach the top 6 or 8, but I had to change my view after witnessing them overwhelming against Arsenal. Despite losing to Arsenal, I appreciate the performance of Amorim's teachers and students. If they continue to play like that, they will win many matches “
Talking more about the champion candidate, Neville said: “Arsenal has played stably in the past 3 years and I think they will get what they need (it is the Premier League championship). They play firmly, stable and these are important factors.
