A recent analysis by Opta has revealed the challenges that each team will face in their first five matches of the upcoming Premier League season. According to their findings, Brentford and West Ham are set to have the toughest start to the season, with Ipswich and Arsenal close behind.
Brentford will be facing four of the “big six” teams in their opening fixtures, which is a significant challenge. West Ham, on the other hand, will have three home games against European competition. This presents a unique opportunity for them to gain some early momentum and confidence before they face more challenging opponents later in the season.
In contrast, Liverpool and manager Arne Slot have been marked as having the easiest start to the season. They will be playing four out of their first five matches against teams that finished in the bottom half of the table last season or were recently promoted. This presents an opportunity for them to establish a strong early record and build momentum heading into tougher matchups later in the season.
Newcastle is also projected to have a relatively easy start to the season, with only Tottenham from last season’s top half on their schedule for the first five games. Each team’s early fixtures will play a significant role in shaping their momentum and confidence heading into the rest of the season.
Overall, Opta’s analysis highlights that every team faces unique challenges in their first five matches of the Premier League season. While some teams may have an easier start than others, each one must navigate through these challenges if they hope to succeed in this highly competitive league.
