23 Aug 2026 18:34:29
Some funny results, but that is often the case first game of the season.
Best performances, Arsenal, Brentford and Brighton. Work in progress for a few teams, particularly with new players and managers.
Far too early to be critical of any team, player or manager.
Our season starter will not be easy. London derbies are always tough. Fingers crossed we get off to a good start.
23 Aug 2026 19:20:33
Tom, First games of the season don't really reveal that much. However, it's always good to start with a win. I don't really buy into London derbies, there are so many London clubs that it's meaningless: certainly not Fulham. The nearest thing is Spurs for me.
23 Aug 2026 19:33:17
I dunno, Tom - seems a decent start, we've lost to Fulham 3 times in 20 years... they've lost their manager and a number of key players, we should be looking to put down an early marker given the lacklustre performances of our 'rivals' for European spots (not including Arsenal as think they're miles ahead of the rest at the minute).