The 2025/26 Premier League season kicked off with thrilling action in August, and now it's time for fans to have their say on the standout performers. The league has revealed the shortlists for Player of the Month, Manager of the Month, Goal of the Month, and Save of the Month.
Voting is open until 12:00 BST on Monday, September 8, 2025, with winners announced shortly after. Below, we break down the nominees in each category, highlighting their achievements, and provide links to cast your vote.
The 2025/26 Premier League season has kicked off with a bang in August, with Liverpool leading the pack with a perfect 9 points and Chelsea close behind with 7. Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers are struggling early, sitting 13th and bottom respectively, setting the stage for exciting monthly awards.
EA SPORTS Player of the Month
Eight stars have been nominated for their exceptional contributions during the opening month of the season. Here's the full list:
| Player | Club | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Riccardo Calafiori | Arsenal | Solid defensive displays and key assists in Arsenal's unbeaten start. |
| Hugo Ekitike | Liverpool | Impressive goal tally and dynamic forward play for the Reds. |
| Jack Grealish | Everton | Creative flair and assists helping Everton secure vital points. |
| Marc Guehi | Crystal Palace | Commanding presence at the back, including a stunning goal. |
| Erling Haaland | Manchester City | Continued his scoring spree with multiple goals. |
| Joao Pedro | Chelsea | Clinical finishing and playmaking in Chelsea's attack. |
| Antoine Semenyo | Bournemouth | Energetic performances and a memorable goal. |
| Dominik Szoboszlai | Liverpool | Midfield mastery with goals and assists. |
Vote for your choice here.
Starting the season in strong form 💪
— Premier League (@premierleague) September 4, 2025
Cast your vote for @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month for August 🗳️
Barclays Manager of the Month
Four tacticians are in the running for guiding their teams to strong starts. The nominees are:
| Manager | Club | Key Achievements |
|---|---|---|
| Regis Le Bris | Sunderland | Led the newly promoted side to surprising results with organized defense. |
| Enzo Maresca | Chelsea | Implemented an attacking style yielding high-scoring wins. |
| David Moyes | Everton | Steady hand ensuring defensive solidity and counter-attacking prowess. |
| Arne Slot | Liverpool | Seamless transition with maximum points from opening fixtures. |
Cast your vote on the official page here.
Four managers whose teams made excellent starts to the new season 👏
— Premier League (@premierleague) September 4, 2025
Vote for August’s @BarclaysFooty Manager of the Month 👔
Guinness Goal of the Month
August delivered some spectacular strikes. The eight contenders are:
| Player | Club | Opponent | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antoine Semenyo | Bournemouth | Liverpool | A thunderous long-range effort. |
| Richarlison | Tottenham Hotspur | Crystal Palace | Acrobatic overhead kick. |
| Lucas Paqueta | West Ham United | Chelsea | Curling free-kick from distance. |
| James Garner | Everton | Brighton | Powerful volley from outside the box. |
| Rio Ngumoha | Liverpool | Newcastle United | Solo run and clinical finish. |
| Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall | Everton | Wolverhampton Wanderers | Chip over the keeper. |
| Dominik Szoboszlai | Liverpool | Arsenal | Screamer from 25 yards. |
| Marc Guehi | Crystal Palace | Aston Villa | Header from a corner with power. |
Watch the goals and vote here.
Solo efforts, long-range screamers and stunning volleys 😮💨
— Premier League (@premierleague) September 4, 2025
But who gets your vote for August's Guinness Goal of the Month? 🗳️ https://t.co/5hNv6cd3UZ pic.twitter.com/prZZBh5Atx
Coca-Cola Save of the Month
Goalkeepers shone with six remarkable saves nominated:
| Goalkeeper | Club | Opponent | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mads Hermansen | Leicester City | Sunderland | Reflex save from close range. |
| Jose Sa | Wolverhampton Wanderers | Nottingham Forest | Diving stop on a header. |
| Bernd Leno | Fulham | Manchester United | Acrobatic tip over the bar. |
| Guglielmo Vicario | Tottenham Hotspur | Swansea City | One-handed push from a free-kick. |
| Matz Sels | Nottingham Forest | West Ham United | Double save in quick succession. |
| James Trafford | Manchester City | Brighton & Hove Albion | Point-blank denial. |
View the saves and vote here.
Goalkeeping at its very best 🧤
— Premier League (@premierleague) September 4, 2025
Vote now for August's @CocaCola Save of the Month 🗳️ https://t.co/BtS5rFZkR9 pic.twitter.com/U6ObAkpSse
These awards celebrate the best of the Premier League's opening month. Make sure your voice is heard—head to the links above and vote before the deadline!
