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Arsenal right-back set for first start of the season 19/09/2026
Arsenal right-back Jurrien Timber looks set to make his first start of the season against Brighton andamp; Hove Albion tomorrow.
Barcelona enter talks to sign JJ Gabriel 19/09/2026
Barcelona have entered talks with the representatives of Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel over a free transfer, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
Man Utd set for striker change vs Fulham on Sunday 19/09/2026
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is set to make a striker change when they take on Fulham on the road this weekend.
Arsenal handed quadruple boost ahead of Brighton trip 19/09/2026
Arsenal have been handed a quadruple injury boost ahead of the Premier League clash against Brighton andamp; Hove Albion on the road tomorrow.
Man Utd handed double boost ahead of Fulham game 19/09/2026
Manchester United have been handed a double injury boost ahead of the Premier League clash against Fulham on the road on Sunday afternoon.
Confirmed Chelsea line-up (3-4-2-1) vs Brentford, James and Pedro absent 19/09/2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has named his starting line-up for the Premier League clash against Brentford on the road tonight.