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  31 August 2025 Liverpool completed one of the biggest transfers in British football history by signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for a record £125 million. Following summer arrivals of Florian Wirtz, Giorgi Mamardashvili and other reinforcements, Isak represents another statement from the defending champions. More than just goals Isak scored 52 goals for Newcastle in all competitions over the past two seasons, including 44 in the Premier League. Only Erling Haaland (49) and Mohamed Salah (47) scored more in the last two seasons, with the Swede playing six games fewer than his new teammate. What makes Isak exceptional isn't just productivity, but versatility. In December 2024, he not only led the Premier League in goals scored (8) but also created the most chances from open play (19). His 1.33 chances created per 90 minutes last season represents his career high. Perfect profile of modern striker The 26-year-old Swedish international averaged 36.8 touches per 90 ...

31 August 2025, Elland Road Newcastle United arrive in Leeds as favorites according to the Opta supercomputer with a 44.7% chance of victory. Both teams face significant personnel problems ahead of Saturday's encounter. Newcastle seeking stability Eddie Howe's team started the season with a 0-0 draw against Aston Villa and a dramatic 3-2 defeat at Liverpool. The Magpies have lost three of their last four league matches, which is more than in the previous 11 fixtures combined. The positive is a series of eight consecutive wins against promoted teams, scoring at least three goals in seven of them. Harvey Barnes will want to continue his impressive record against Leeds - he has scored five goals in six league matches against this opponent. Leeds after a difficult week Daniel Farke's team began with a 1-0 win over Everton but followed with a 0-5 thrashing by Arsenal and penalty elimination by Sheffield Wednesday's reserves in the League Cup. Nevertheless, Leeds rema...

16 August 2025 Morgan Rogers ended last season's Premier League campaign in exceptional form, contributing to seven goals in his final nine matches (1 goal, 6 assists). The Aston Villa midfielder also demonstrated his defensive capabilities, recording 2+ tackles in three of his previous five appearances, showcasing his all-around contribution to the team. Discipline could be a factor for Villa's Boubacar Kamara, who has conceded exactly two fouls in five of his last six Premier League outings, including in the previous encounter against Newcastle United in April. This consistency in fouling patterns suggests an area of concern for the French midfielder. Newcastle United boast two of the Premier League's most fouled players from last season. Bruno Guimarães topped the charts with 108 fouls won, while Anthony Gordon claimed third place with 71. The Brazilian midfielder proved particularly effective at drawing fouls, winning and earning at least two fouls each in 15 differ...