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The English Premier League is the top division of football in England. Set up in 1992 as a breakaway from the Football League, it is now the richest and most-watched football league in the world.
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9 September, 2024
Scotsman David Moyes has returned as Everton manager after Sean Dyche was sacked, the Premier League club announced on Saturday. Photo: AFP

‘It’s great to be back!’: Moyes returns as manager of EPL strugglers Everton

The 61-year-old made his name during an 11-year stint in charge at Goodison Park before he left to manage Manchester United and then West Ham.

Son Heung-min

Spurs captain Son Heung-min to extend stay at club until at least 2026 season

While you were sleeping

Forest keep on winning, Arsenal’s Nwaneri out for month, Saniz’s Dakar Rally over

While you were sleeping

Alexander-Arnold blasted over United display, Sainz flips out, Maher makes impact

Arne Slot calls 2-2 draw with Manchester United two points dropped, Roy Keane says Trent Alexander-Arnold only good enough for League Two.

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold walks off the pitch past manager Arne Slot after the draw with Manchester United. Photo: Reuters
Extreme weather

Heavy snow brings widespread disruption across UK and Germany

Snow and ice disrupt the end of the busy New Year holiday travel season.

While you were sleeping

A bizarre penalty, Haaland finds his shooting boots, and Littler eyes greatness

Saturday’s Premier League action left Mikel Arteta scratching his head, Ange Postecoglou furious and Pep Guardiola eyeing a good night’s sleep.

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Sunday’s Liverpool-Man United clash Salah’s ‘last’, Luke Littler’s crushing win

Egypt forward is now able to speak to clubs outside England as he enters the final six months of his contract at Anfield.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has once again mentioned the fact this is his last season with the club. Photo: AFP
Uefa Champions League

English Premier League: Liverpool v Man Utd a great rivalry that’s now a mismatch

While one is in contention for four trophies, the other is talking about top-flight survival – how did they take such divergent paths?

Fantasy Premier League (FPL)

Upshot of my recent Fantasy Premier League ranking falls? Do as I say, not as I do

The main tasks this week are to find a replacement for Wolves’ suspended Brazilian striker Matheus Cunha – and to make full use of the bench.

While you were sleeping

Ipswich stun Chelsea, United hit 60-year low, China into last 8, arise Sir Gareth

Ipswich finally win a Premier League game at home for the first time in 20 years, and relegation rears its ugly head at Old Trafford.

China’s Gao Xinyu celebrates her victory over Germany’s Laura Siegemund in Perth. Photo: AP
While you were sleeping

Liverpool thrash Hammers, City finally win again, Forest give league a 70s vibe

Liverpool continue their seemingly inevitable march towards the title, while Southampton stay on course to be the worst team in history.

Nottingham Forest manager Brian Clough (left) and assistant manager Peter Taylor with the old First Division trophy after winning the league in 1978. Photo: AP
While you were sleeping

Alisson eyes Liverpool history, Italy title tilt; Littler, MVG in darts action

We’re now at that awkward period between Christmas and New Year but there was still the odd bit of sporting news to round up.

Hong Kong culture

Editorial | Real Madrid event needs to be a lesson learned

The disappointment of some football fans over a ‘meet-and-greet’ comes less than a year after Lionel Messi failed to play in an exhibition game.

While you were sleeping

Arsenal win, Amorim ‘in danger’ at Manchester United, world darts drama

Arsenal sneak win to keep Premier League pressure on Liverpool, Chicago Bears humbled again, Heta hits nine-darter but loses to Woodhouse.

Leandro Trossard of Arsenal fends off Ipswich Town’s Omari Hutchinson. Photo: EPA-EFE
World Snooker

Man Utd fan Judd Trump says Red Devils should aim to emulate his snooker success

The snooker star, who is in Macau for an exhibition match, says the blame for the recent poor form lies with the players.

Judd Trump says the United players need to feel as he does after he loses any match. Photo: Xinhua
While you were sleeping

Manchester United beaten, Chelsea lose, Liverpool win and Lampard hammers Rooney

Liverpool streaking clear at Premier League summit as title challengers continue to stumble, Kohli fined for barge on teenage opener.

The Netherlands

Liverpool boss Slot keen for EPL reunion with former Dutch rival van Nistelrooy

Two met in Eredivisie with Anfield chief in charge at Feyenoord and ex-Manchester United striker in the PSV Eindhoven dugout.

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Mohamed Salah

English Premier League: Liverpool host Foxes, Arsenal prep for life minus Saka

After returning to rampant form against Spurs last weekend, the league leaders will hope to finally capitalise on their position this season.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah (left), scoring his side’s fifth goal against Spurs, is the first player in EPL history to hit double figures in goals and assists before Christmas. Photo: Xinhua
Christmas

Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot spends Christmas Eve helping homeless at charity

Portuguese international defender turned up unannounced with his partner at the homeless charity, surprising visitors with clothing and food.

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Fame and celebrity

Who is singer Anitta’s football beau, Vinicius Souza?

The pair hard-launched their relationship with an Instagram carousel and appearance at Paris Fashion Week; Souza is a sought-after professional footballer currently playing in the EFL Championship.

Fantasy Premier League (FPL)

FPL: splash your Saka cash on Isak, or bet on Foden and City getting better

The title cannot be won over Christmas, but it can certainly be lost in a haze of mince pies and parties. Here are some tips for Gameweek 18.

It took just 23 minutes of Arsenal’s game against Crystal Palace for Bukayo Saka’s Christmas plans to fall down around him. Photo: Reuters

Arsenal boss Arteta challenges Jesus to continue goal streak, lead club to glory

The 27-year-old’s first goal on Saturday was his first EPL goal in 326 days, and with 5 goals in 2 games, his manager feels the worst is over.

Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus (left) celebrates breaking his English Premier League drought against Crystal Palace on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua
While you were sleeping

Liverpool hit Spurs for six, United channel 1980s form, Joshua Fury’s only option

Liverpool will spend Christmas four points clear at the top of the Premier League, Postecoglou rounds on critics, United lose again.

While you were sleeping

Arteta bullish on Arsenal’s title chances, City in relegation mode, Lee goes home

Gabriel Jesus scores again as Arsenal thrash Crystal Palace, Manchester City lose at Aston Villa, and Lee Lok-yin’s darts championship is over.

Everton boss Dyche knows he ‘has to win’ after vote of confidence from new owners

Friedkin Group has completed takeover of Premier League club, and new executive chairman Marc Watts has given Sean Dyche his backing.

Sean Dyche knows the new owners’ goodwill is only likely to last for so long if he doesn’t get Everton winning. Photo: Reuters
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong fans stay away from over-priced Barcelona Real Madrid legends clash

Banks of empty seats at 40-000-capacity Hong Kong Stadium, as city’s football supporters grow fatigued with overhyped veterans matches.

Carles Puyol shadows Fernando Morientes in front of rows of empty seats at Hong Kong Stadium. Photo: Dickson Lee
Fantasy Premier League (FPL)

Tough choice to make for FPL Gameweek 17 captain, but Salah has earned his Spurs

Looking ahead, the Assistant Manager chip could be a game changer, but once activated, that person selected is with you for three weeks.

Spanish La Liga

Guardiola will ‘turn around’ Manchester City, say Barca greats Figo and Puyol

Catalan boss in midst of unprecedented struggle with English Premier League champions City, who have lost eight times in past 11 games.

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