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City tighten grip on Arsenal amid goal-fest chaos on Saturday
sports7 hours ago

City tighten grip on Arsenal amid goal-fest chaos on Saturday

Manchester City won again without Haaland, with Cherki and Semenyo starring to beat Leeds and pull within two points of Arsenal. A chaotic set of 3pm fixtures produced a record 19 goals, Liverpool sealed a win over West Ham thanks to three first-half corners, Everton beat Newcastle, Bournemouth drew with Sunderland, and Burnley’s late rally against Brentford sparked controversy before final stoppage-time moments kept the drama going. The result tightens the Premier League title race as City’s form continues to rise.

Liverpool vs West Ham: Premier League Live Updates and Team News
sports17 hours ago

Liverpool vs West Ham: Premier League Live Updates and Team News

This Is Anfield runs a live blog for Liverpool's Premier League match against West Ham, with 3pm GMT kick-off as Arne Slot’s side push for European qualification. The post includes early team news (Gomez returns for Liverpool; Hermansen starts for West Ham), links to pre‑match press conferences and streams, and promises real-time updates, plus post‑match reaction and analysis.

Sesko seals gritty United win as Carrick praises team spirit
sports5 days ago

Sesko seals gritty United win as Carrick praises team spirit

Manchester United edged Everton 1-0 at Hill Dickinson Stadium thanks to Benjamin Sesko’s counter-attacking finish after a 70-yard run, with Senne Lammens making a key late save. Interim boss Michael Carrick lauded the team’s spirit and defensive effort and signaled confidence in Sesko’s development as United move to 48 points, three behind Aston Villa and three ahead of Chelsea and Liverpool for a top-four place.

Arsenal rout Spurs as Opta’s supercomputer tips 2025–26 title to the Gunners
sports6 days ago

Arsenal rout Spurs as Opta’s supercomputer tips 2025–26 title to the Gunners

Arsenal hammered Tottenham 4–1 in the North London derby, their biggest away win over Spurs since 1978, moving five points clear at the summit. Opta’s supercomputer then forecast Arsenal as dominant title favorites for 2025–26, giving them about an 82% chance to win the league, with City far back around 17%. The piece also sketches other teams’ chances and relegation predictions for the season road ahead.

O'Reilly's double lifts City to narrow title gap against Newcastle
sports7 days ago

O'Reilly's double lifts City to narrow title gap against Newcastle

Manchester City beat Newcastle United 2-1 to cut Arsenal’s lead in the Premier League to two points, thanks to Nico O’Reilly’s two first-half goals. A disputed offside involving Dan Burn and a late nervy finish kept the guests in the match, but City held on to claim the win. With 11 league games left for both City and Newcastle, the title race remains tight and Arsenal still have work to do to maintain their advantage.

Chelsea’s home woes deepen after late Burnley equaliser
football7 days ago

Chelsea’s home woes deepen after late Burnley equaliser

Chelsea drew 1-1 with Burnley at Stamford Bridge after a 93rd‑minute equaliser, extending their league‑high 17 points dropped from winning positions at home and equalling a season‑high six red cards following Wesley Fofana’s 72nd‑minute dismissal. Manager Liam Rosenior stressed accountability and the need for reliable leaders as Chelsea seek to arrest a growing pattern of sloppy defending and poor finishing on home soil.

Chelsea name XI for Burnley clash at Stamford Bridge
sports7 days ago

Chelsea name XI for Burnley clash at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea and Burnley have announced their starting lineups for a Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge on Feb 21, 2026. Chelsea line up in a 4-2-3-1 with Sánchez in goal, a back four including James as captain, holding midfielders Santos and Caicedo, and an attacking trio of Enzo, Palmer and Neto supporting João Pedro. Burnley name Dúbravka in goal with a defensive line and midfield behind Laurent. Referee Lewis Smith (VAR: Michael Salisbury) and regional TV/streaming options are listed for various regions.

Tudor Era Begins as Spurs Seek Upset in North London Derby
sports8 days ago

Tudor Era Begins as Spurs Seek Upset in North London Derby

Interim Tottenham boss Igor Tudor faces a tough test as Spurs sit 16th and near relegation, hosting league-leading Arsenal in the North London Derby. Arsenal remain top but have stumbled recently, while Tudor aims to shore up defense and push a more direct attack in a possible 3-4-2-1 setup with limited options. The match is as much about mood and momentum as tactics, with a result capable of reshaping the season for Spurs or reinforcing Arsenal’s title push.

Arsenal squander 2-0 lead as Wolves rally to 2-2 draw, title lead shrinks
sports9 days ago

Arsenal squander 2-0 lead as Wolves rally to 2-2 draw, title lead shrinks

Arsenal led 2-0 through Bukayo Saka and Piero Hincapie, but Wolves fought back with Hugo Bueno’s curler (61') and Tom Edozie’s stoppage-time equaliser deflected in by Riccardo Calafiori, earning a 2-2 draw. The result tightens Arsenal’s Premier League advantage over Manchester City to five points with a game in hand, while Wolves stay bottom and flirt with Derby County’s record-low points.

Arsenal's title bid hits a nervy snag after late Wolves leveller
sports10 days ago

Arsenal's title bid hits a nervy snag after late Wolves leveller

Arsenal blew a 2-0 lead and were held to a dramatic 2-2 draw by bottom-side Wolves, raising fresh questions about their mental toughness in the title race. With City narrowing the gap, the result sharpens the pressure on Arteta’s team ahead of crucial London derbies, as a stoppage-time own goal by Tom Edozie salvaged a point for Wolves and prompted warnings that Arsenal must improve their decision-making and performance when leading.