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Premier League 2025-26: BALLBB Writers Forecast the Season’s Surprise Contenders

After Nottingham Forest's thrilling near-Champions League surge last term, the 2025-26 season promises another unpredictable narrative. BALLBB writers have cast their predictions, pinpointing which club is poised to shatter expectations and emerge as this season's surprise package. Will a new contender rise from the lower half, or will a mid-table stalwart suddenly breakthrough? The stage is set for another enthralling Premier League rollercoaster!

Arne Slot speaks out after minute's silence for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva cut short due to boos from crowd before Liverpool's clash with Crystal Palace

Arne Slot expressed his disappointment after a poignant minute's silence for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva during Liverpool's clash against Crystal Palace at Wembley was sadly disrupted by crowd boos. The manager's reaction highlights the unfortunate turn of events that overshadowed the pre-match tribute

'I didn't like that' – Roberto De Zerbi explains feud with Unai Emery after tensions flared amid Mason Greenwood bust-up during Marseille's friendly with Aston Villa

Roberto De Zerbi has explained his touchline clash with Unai Emery following Marseille's fiery 3-1 friendly win over Aston Villa. The tension boiled over after Mason Greenwood's bust-up with Tyrone Mings, with the OM boss revealing he 'didn't like' Emery complaining about his players.

Alexander Isak left furious after being told he will NOT be sold this summer after Newcastle miss out on Benjamin Sesko deal

Alexander Isak has been left furious after learning that Newcastle United are determined to sell him in the summer transfer window. The transfer saga, involving Isak, has been going on since the start of the window as the Swedish striker expressed his desire to leave the Magpies and sign for Liverpool. The Reds even launched a massive bid, which was knocked back by Newcastle.