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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
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
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.

Christmas

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

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Fame and celebrity

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

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.

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.

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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.

Gabriel Jesus celebrates after scoring Arsenal’s second against Crystal Palace. Photo: AFP

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.

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.

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.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah (left) usually performs against Tottenham Hotspur at their ground and should be considered for captain, while his manager Arne Slot would be a good pick in Gameweek 24. Photo: dpa
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.

Pep Guardiola is enduring his toughest period as Manchester City manager. Photo: AP

Postecoglou says life of Premier League boss harder than being prime minister

Ange Postecoglou says managers face ‘an election every weekend’ and society is too quick to ‘throw us in the trash’.

South Korea

Tottenham-bound Yang excited about midseason reunion with Korean superstar Son

The 18-year-old signed for Ange Postecoglou’s side from South Korean club Gangwon, for whom he became the youngest-ever scorer in K League 1.

While you were sleeping

Man Utd win dramatic ‘crisis derby’, Chelsea are challengers, Saints sack boss

Ruben Amorim earned a second win of the season over Pep Guardiola, as Manchester City lose an eighth match in 11.

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo celebrates after scoring his side’s last-gasp winner against Manchester City and Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium. Photo: AP
While you were sleeping

Liverpool, Arsenal drop points, Bayern beaten and Taiwan golfer earns LIV spot

A weekend packed with top domestic football action kicked off with big guns across Europe failing to secure wins.

Liverpool were reduced to 10 men early during their clash with Fulham as Andy Robertson (left) was given his marching orders for preventing a goalscoring opportunity. Photo: dpa
Georgia

Ex-Man City centre-forward Kavelashvili set to be Georgia’s new far-right president

The former Georgian footballer is known for his expletive-laden parliament speeches and tirades against government critics and LGBTQ people.

The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

Form team Liverpool potentially set for Hong Kong, Premier League club keeps mum

Influential figures in Hong Kong football are trying to attract the world’s biggest clubs to Kai Tak Sports Park for 2025.

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Fantasy Premier League (FPL)

FPL: sign up Arsenal’s set-piece king Saliba, new Chelsea danger man Fernandez

With Gabriel’s fitness uncertain, the France defender has stepped in from the Brazilian as a threat from corners.

Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez, left, celebrates after the latest goal from his impressive recent form, which came against Tottenham. Photo: AP
India

Manchester United turn attention to South Asia in bid to discover new talent

Premier League club eyeing young players from India, Nepal, Thailand and United Arab Emirates.

While you were sleeping

No Messi, Ronaldo in World 11, Coote sacked, West Ham win ‘El Sackico’

With midweek continental action across Europe, the big guns sat Monday out, while the Fifpro Team of the Year nominees were announced.

Premier League referee Coote sacked, position ‘untenable’ after Klopp rant

The 42-year-old was suspended last month after the video emerged on social media in which he called the former Liverpool boss ‘arrogant’.

English Premier League referee David Coote has been dismissed following comments branding Jurgen Klopp ‘arrogant’. Photo: Reuters
While you were sleeping

Chelsea edge Spurs in 7-goal thriller, Arsenal stumble, Norris eyes drivers’ crown

Maresca plays down Chelsea’s title credentials, Postecoglou says Spurs still believe, and Arteta says crying doesn’t help anyone.

Cole Palmer’s cheeky penalty put the exclamation point on a signature win for Chelsea at Tottenham. Photo: Reuters
While you were sleeping

City’s suffering continues, United hit 30-year low, Norris leads McLaren 1-2

Manchester’s two Premier League clubs are in for a difficult Christmas, while Lando Norris is hoping to end his F1 season with a title.

Merseyside derby between Everton, Liverpool postponed due to Storm Darragh

High winds and rain have battered the west coast and the decision to call off the lunchtime kick-off was made on Saturday.

While you were sleeping

Premier League’s Christmas rush nears, Norris fastest, Raducanu’s latest reboot

Depending on your sport, it’s the time of year where title credentials get tested, where seasons wrap up, or where dreams are still alive.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah scores his side’s second against Newcastle. Photo: AP
While you were sleeping

Spurs loss heaps pressure on Postecoglou, Pacquiao in hall of fame, WNBA up tempo

Bournemouth beat Tottenham 1-0 in a game where they could have scored three or four, and Spurs have Chelsea on Sunday.

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou reacts to Bournemouth scoring from a corner. Photo: Reuters
While you were sleeping

Arsenal down Utd, Liverpool’s thrilling draw, City back? Finau denies LIV talk

English Premier League leaders pegged back late against Newcastle, as chasing pack all secure impressive victories.

Fifa World Cup

Junichi Inamoto, Japan’s first English Premier League player, retires aged 45

The midfielder joined Arsenal in 2001 but made his EPL debut a year later with Fulham after becoming a national hero at the 2002 World Cup.

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