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Premier League reveals October 2025 player and manager nominees
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The Premier League has announced the shortlists for the EA SPORTS Player of the Month and Barclays Manager of the Month awards for October 2025. Eight players and four managers were nominated based on their outstanding performances during the month. Fan votes will combine with expert opinions to select the winners.
Arsenal faces Crystal Palace in Premier League summit clash
Premier League leaders Arsenal host Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, aiming to extend their perfect start in the Champions League and maintain their three-point advantage at the top. The Gunners recently thrashed Atlético Madrid 4-0, while Palace are winless in their last three matches across all competitions. Both teams enter with injury concerns, setting the stage for a competitive London derby.
Premier league confirms officials for Liverpool vs Aston Villa
October 28, 2025 21:34Bryan Mbeumo voted player of the matchweek for Manchester United
Eden Hazard inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame
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Eden Hazard has been inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame as the 26th recipient, recognizing his exceptional contributions during seven seasons at Chelsea. The Belgian winger, who retired in 2023, won two Premier League titles and earned multiple individual awards for his dazzling play. He joins fellow Chelsea legends like John Terry and Didier Drogba in the honor.
Manchester United's progress eight games into the season
Eight games into the Premier League season, Manchester United are showing signs of improvement under manager Ruben Amorim despite ongoing squad rebuild challenges. New signings are contributing effectively, and key players like Bruno Fernandes continue to perform vital roles. Tactical adjustments have helped the team secure good results against a tough fixture schedule.
Manchester United secure 4-2 win over Brighton for third straight victory
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Manchester United defeated Brighton 4-2 at Old Trafford to claim their third consecutive Premier League win under Ruben Amorim. Bryan Mbeumo scored twice, while Matheus Cunha and Casemiro also found the net for the hosts. Danny Welbeck and Charalampos Kostoulas pulled goals back for Brighton, but United held on to move into fourth place.
Bukayo Saka credits Newcastle win for Arsenal's Premier League belief
Bukayo Saka has identified Arsenal's dramatic 2-1 victory over Newcastle United as the moment that convinced him the team can win the Premier League title. The Gunners, who lead the table by four points after nine games, overcame a 1-0 deficit with late goals from Mikel Merino and Gabriel Magalhaes. Saka emphasized the squad's improved depth despite injuries as a key factor in their strong start.
Tottenham secure 3-0 win at Everton with van de Ven brace
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Tottenham Hotspur defeated Everton 3-0 in the Premier League, thanks to a Micky van de Ven brace from set pieces and a late Pape Sarr header. The victory extends Tottenham's strong away form under manager Thomas Frank, while Everton suffered their first home loss at their new stadium. Set pieces proved decisive, with Everton conceding their first goals from corners this season.
Liverpool's title defense falters with 3-2 loss to Brentford
Reigning Premier League champions Liverpool suffered a 3-2 defeat to Brentford on Saturday, marking their fourth league loss of the season and extending a run of four straight defeats across competitions. Manager Arne Slot offered several mitigations for the poor form, while Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola remained optimistic about Liverpool's title chances despite recent setbacks.
Sunderland stuns Chelsea with stoppage-time winner
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Sunderland secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, thanks to Chemsdine Talbi's 93rd-minute goal. The win propelled the promoted Black Cats to second in the Premier League with 17 points from nine games. Chelsea's four-game winning streak ended, leaving them in seventh place.
Guardiola credits Pulis's Stoke for Premier League set-piece emphasis
Pep Guardiola has suggested that Tony Pulis's Stoke City inspired the Premier League's growing focus on set pieces and direct play. The Manchester City manager shared these thoughts ahead of his team's Carabao Cup fourth-round trip to Swansea on Wednesday night. He also outlined plans to rest Erling Haaland and start Omar Marmoush.
Premier league set for single boxing day match in 2025
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The Premier League is likely to schedule just one fixture on Boxing Day 2025 due to a crowded calendar and broadcast commitments. Falling on a Friday, the date will follow standard scheduling with only one televised game, while the rest shift to the weekend. This breaks from tradition but is expected to be a one-off occurrence.
Arsenal defeats Crystal Palace 1-0 to open four-point Premier League lead
Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace in the Premier League on October 26, 2025, thanks to Eberechi Eze's first-half goal. The win marked Arsenal's fourth consecutive league success and extended their lead at the top to four points after nine games. Pundits praised the Gunners' defensive solidity and key players like Gabriel Magalhaes amid rivals' stumbles.
Arsenal extend lead at Premier League summit after Palace win
Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace to move four points clear at the top of the Premier League table. Eberechi Eze scored his first league goal for the Gunners against his former club, extending their unbeaten run to 10 games. The result came as rivals Liverpool and Manchester City suffered defeats, boosting Arsenal's title hopes.
Premier League enters chaotic era with surprising results
The 2024/25 Premier League season has begun with widespread unpredictability, echoing past periods of turbulence. Arsenal lead by six points after nine games, while promoted teams like Sunderland thrive and established clubs like Liverpool and Nottingham Forest struggle unexpectedly.
Brentford defeat Liverpool 3-2 in Premier League thriller
Brentford secured a 3-2 victory over defending Premier League champions Liverpool at the Gtech Community Stadium, extending Liverpool's losing streak to four consecutive league games. Dango Ouattara and Kevin Schade scored early for the hosts, with Milos Kerkez and Mohamed Salah replying for Liverpool, but Igor Thiago's penalty proved decisive. The result leaves Liverpool sixth in the table, four points behind leaders Arsenal.
Premier league declines 3pm blackout exemption for festive games
The Premier League has been granted an exemption to broadcast Saturday 3pm matches on December 27 and January 3 during the festive period, but it will not exercise this option. This decision upholds the traditional UK blackout rule designed to protect attendances at lower-league games. The league remains committed to the blackout until at least the end of its current broadcast rights cycle in 2029.
Alan Shearer voices concerns over Newcastle United's Champions League impact
Newcastle United secured a 2-1 victory over Fulham with a late goal from Bruno Guimaraes, climbing to 12th in the Premier League despite struggling after their Champions League win against Benfica. Alan Shearer has expressed worries about the toll of balancing European and domestic commitments on the team. While Newcastle have earned six points from nine in the Champions League, Shearer highlights the draining nature of such fixtures.
Juventus eye January transfer for Chelsea's Malo Gusto
Serie A club Juventus are reportedly considering a January move for Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto, according to Italian reports. The 22-year-old Frenchman has been a capable deputy to Reece James but faces an uncertain future amid interest from the Champions League side. Gusto serves as an alternative target if Juventus fail to sign Atletico Madrid's Nahuel Molina.