The best of the 2024-25 Premier League campaign so far

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As the 2024-25 Premier League season nears its halfway point, fans have been treated to a spectacle of outstanding performances, stunning goals and unforgettable matches.

Liverpool lead the way at the top of the table, with Chelsea and Arsenal chasing close behind.

Champions Manchester City are in the midst of their worst run under Pep Guardiola, meaning the title is more than likely to change hands in May.

It’s been a season to forget so far for Southampton, who sit bottom of the table with just six points and one win.

There have been plenty of highlights after 17 games, so read on to find out our picks for Player of the Season so far, best goal, most memorable game and our predictions for 2025.

Player of the season: Mohamed Salah

Liverpool’s talisman and star of the season, Mohamed Salah has been in brilliant form this season.

He made history on Sunday by becoming the first player to reach double figures in both goals and assists before Christmas in a single Premier League season.

In Liverpool’s emphatic 6-3 win against Tottenham, the Egyptian provided his 10th assist and scored twice, taking his season tally to 13 goals.

This achievement also saw him overtake Liverpool legend Billy Liddell, making Salah the club’s fourth all-time top scorer with 229 goals.

He also surpassed Thierry Henry’s Premier League tally in four fewer games, as well as notching his 103rd assist, 10 more than the Frenchman.

It’s no wonder it’s receiving a barrage of accolades heading into the New Year.

Honorable Mentions: Bukayo Saka and Cole Palmer

Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka continues to impress with his versatility and creativity and has been essential in helping Mikel Arteta’s men keep pace in the title race.

His recent hamstring injury will be a major concern, especially if he is sidelined for a similar period to Martin Odegaard, who missed some crucial early-season games that correlated with Arsenal’s dip in form.

Meanwhile, Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has once again been a revelation, putting in outstanding performances that have drawn comparisons with legends of the game.

His ability to dictate play and his goal threat have been central to Chelsea’s strong league position under Enzo Maresca, despite being written off by most fans and pundits before the start the season

Best goal: Jhon Duran v Everton

There has been a catalog of brilliant strikes so far this season, but one stands out from the rest.

Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran scored a sensational goal against Everton that left fans and pundits in awe.

Collecting the ball near the halfway line, Duran showed his pace and power, dribbling past several defenders before unleashing a thunderous strike from outside the box into the top corner.

His impact off the bench for Villa has now earned him a starting place, he has replaced Ollie Watkins in recent weeks and kept him there thanks to his remarkable consistency in front of goal.

Honorable mentions: James Justin and Harvey Barnes

Leicester City’s James Justin scored a remarkable goal against Arsenal that deserves a mention.

The defender cut inside from the left flank before curling a sublime effort into the far corner.

Similarly, Newcastle United’s Harvey Barnes scored a similar right-footed effort against Wolves, showing outstanding technique and accuracy and proving to Eddie Howe that he may deserve more minutes than he is getting.

Best match of the season: Tottenham Hotspur 3-6 Liverpool

The clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool was a nine-goal thriller that showed why so many regard the Premier League as the best in the world.

Liverpool’s front four were in devastating form, with Salah and Luis Diaz scoring twice each.

Despite Tottenham’s all-out attacking approach, Liverpool’s relentless aggression helped them secure a memorable 6-3 victory, cementing their position at the top of the league.

Honorable mentions: Tottenham Hotspur 3-4 Chelsea and Newcastle United 3-3 Liverpool

Tottenham’s 3-4 defeat by Chelsea was another thrilling encounter, with the two teams trading leads in an attack-packed game, which at this point is unsurprising for Ange Posteoclgou’s men.

Newcastle’s 3-3 draw with Liverpool featured end-to-end action, with late goals securing a share of the spoils in a vibrant contest and also deserves a mention.

Predictions for 2025

Having looked back at what has been, we can make some smart predictions about what could happen in the remaining months of the campaign.

Premier League winners:

Liverpool’s current form places them as favorites to lift the Premier League title.

Their attacking depth and Salah’s brilliance could see them overtake their rivals as we head into 2025.

However, of the last five times Liverpool have been top at Christmas, they have only won the title once.

Arsenal have come top in each of the previous two campaigns but have failed to lift the trophy.

The first four classified:

  1. Liverpool
  2. arsenal
  3. Chelsea
  4. Manchester City

Arsenal and Chelsea are expected to secure places in the Champions League, with both clubs showing consistency and resilience.

Chelsea’s investment in young talent such as Cole Palmer has paid dividends, while Arsenal’s squad depth has been instrumental in their campaign.

Manchester City are nowhere near their best but you’d still back them to take the Champions League places, especially when they have a fully fit squad and the January window to strengthen.

Candidates for relegation:

The battle to avoid relegation is an interesting one, with newly promoted sides Ipswich Town and Southampton struggling to adapt to the demands of the Premier League.

Leicester also face their challenges, with defensive frailties contributing to their precarious position. However, fans will be backing Ruud van Nistelrooy to turn their fortunes around.

Wolves are in a similar position, but a 3-0 win at the weekend could be the spark they need to move up and away from the relegation zone.

Winners of the National Cup:

  • FA Cup: With the third round starting soon, the FA Cup is up for grabs. Manchester United are always keen to make a run, while Tottenham, Arsenal, Newcastle and Liverpool will back themselves.
  • EFL Cup: Liverpool are heavy favorites to retain their League Cup crown, but with Spurs, Arsenal and Newcastle alongside them in the semi-finals, it really is anyone’s game.



 
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