MARTIN TYLER AND PETER DRURY COMPARE PREMIER LEAGUE PREDICTION FINISH FOR ALL 20 CLUBS AFTER WEEK 1

**Martin Tyler and Peter Drury Compare Premier League Predictions for 2025-26 Season After Week 1**

As the 2025-26 Premier League season kicks off, legendary commentators Martin Tyler and Peter Drury, known for their poetic and passionate voices, have shared their predictions for the final standings of all 20 clubs. With Week 1 in the books, their insights offer a blend of experience and instinct, shaped by early performances and summer transfers. Here’s how the two icons see the season unfolding.

**1. Liverpool**

Tyler: Champions. Liverpool’s dominant display against Bournemouth signals their intent to defend the title. Their attacking depth, bolstered by Florian Wirtz, looks unstoppable.

Drury: Agrees, placing Liverpool first. Their fluidity under Arne Slot and new signings like Jeremie Frimpong make them the team to beat.[](https://www.premierleague.com/en/news/4365070/202526-premier-league-predictions-champions-top-four-best-promoted-team-and-more)

**2. Manchester City**

Tyler: Second. City’s revamped squad under Pep Guardiola showed promise in Week 1, but minor inconsistencies could cost them the crown.

Drury: Also second, praising City’s faster, sharper style but noting Liverpool’s edge in squad cohesion.[](https://www.premierleague.com/en/news/4365070/202526-premier-league-predictions-champions-top-four-best-promoted-team-and-more)

**3. Arsenal**

Tyler: Third. Arsenal’s strong summer, including Viktor Gyokeres, positions them as contenders, though their opening draw raises questions.

Drury: Third, echoing Tyler. He sees Arsenal hitting 90 points but falling short of the title due to Liverpool’s firepower.[](https://www.premierleague.com/en/news/4365070/202526-premier-league-predictions-champions-top-four-best-promoted-team-and-more)

**4. Chelsea**

Tyler: Fourth. Chelsea’s youthful squad showed flair in Week 1, but consistency remains a concern.

Drury: Fourth, citing their potential but warning of inexperience against top sides.

**5-8: Tottenham, Aston Villa, Newcastle, Manchester United**

Tyler: Tottenham fifth, with Villa, Newcastle, and United close behind. United’s loss to Arsenal exposed defensive frailties, while Newcastle’s lack of firepower worries him. [](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6550850/2025/08/14/alternative-premier-league-table-matchweek-one-projections/)

Drury: Swaps Villa and Tottenham, impressed by Villa’s solidity against Newcastle. He’s skeptical about United’s top-four chances under Amorim.

**9-12: Brighton, Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth**

Tyler: Brighton ninth, with Palace, Forest, and Bournemouth in mid-table. Bournemouth’s attacking stars like Antoine Semenyo shone in Week 1, but depth issues linger. [](https://www.espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/45961560/premier-league-2025-2026-preview-offseason-moves-stats-analysis-predictions-teams)

Drury: Similar, but ranks Forest higher, citing their counter-attacking threat. He sees Bournemouth struggling without key departures like Kerkez.[](https://www.espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/45961560/premier-league-2025-2026-preview-offseason-moves-stats-analysis-predictions-teams)

**13-16: Fulham, Everton, West Ham, Wolves**

Tyler: Everton’s draw with Leeds suggests a mid-table finish under Moyes, with Fulham, West Ham, and Wolves safely above the drop zone. [](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6550850/2025/08/14/alternative-premier-league-table-matchweek-one-projections/)

Drury: West Ham slightly higher, thanks to Graham Potter’s influence and new signings like Callum Wilson. Everton could push for top-half, he notes.[](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6550850/2025/08/14/alternative-premier-league-table-matchweek-one-projections/)

**17-20: Brentford, Leeds United, Burnley, Sunderland**

Tyler: Brentford 17th, with promoted trio Leeds, Burnley, and Sunderland relegated. Sunderland’s heavy spending hasn’t translated to results yet. [](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6550850/2025/08/14/alternative-premier-league-table-matchweek-one-projections/)

Drury: Agrees on relegation but places Leeds 17th, citing their physicality. Burnley and Sunderland lack Premier League nous, he believes.[](https://www.sportinglife.com/football/news/premier-league-preview-1-20-final-table-predictions-for-202526/226783)

Both Tyler and Drury see Liverpool dominating, with City and Arsenal chasing. The promoted sides face a tough road, while mid-table battles hinge on early momentum. As Week 1 sets the tone, their predictions reflect cautious optimism and sharp analysis, with slight differences in mid-table and relegation outlooks. The Premier League’s drama is just beginning.