The 2025/26 Premier League season is underway, and Match week 2 promises a slate of thrilling encounters across the weekend. With fixtures kicking off on Friday and concluding on Bank Holiday Monday the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) has announced the referees, assistants, and VAR teams for each game. These appointments ensure fair play and accurate decision-making in what could be pivotal early-season clashes. Friday, August 22, 2025 West Ham United vs. Chelsea (20:00 UK)

Manchester City are closing the door for Savinho’s proposed move to Spurs, as multiple sources report that figures within the City hierarchy do not wish to lose the player. This comes following the initial reveal of Tottenham’s interest just over a week ago. Manchester City have decided Savinho is to stay That kills any possibility of Rodrygo joining City (Real Madrid did not get an offer for him as it was depending on Savinho leaving) pic.twitter.com/RAaLDSAJh4 — Guillem Balague (@GuillemB

The Premier League’s opening weekend is always a mix of nerves, excitement, and chaos. For some, it’s a chance to lay down a marker for the season ahead. For others, it’s a rude awakening that the top flight shows no mercy. From Liverpool’s late surge at Anfield to Sunderland’s joyous return to the big stage, Matchday 1 of the 2025/26 campaign produced no shortage of storylines. But it also delivered a fresh cast of standout performers—some expected, others less so—who seized the spotlight on op

Tottenham Hotspur kicked off their Premier League campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over newly promoted Burnley, marking a perfect start for head coach Thomas Frank’s era in N17. Two clinical finishes from Richarlison and a neat strike by Brennan Johnson sealed all three points in front of a buoyant home crowd. First Half Spurs dominated possession from the whistle, controlling 68% of the ball as they probed Burnley’s defence with patient build-up play. Early pressure paid off on 10 minu

Tottenham Hotspur kick off their 2025/26 Premier League campaign by hosting Burnley at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Both teams are eager to set the tone for the season, with Spurs aiming to build on their top-four finish last term and Burnley looking to cement their Premier League status after promotion. This clash promises excitement with contrasting styles and key absences. Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs were a revelation in 2024/25, securing Champions League football with their high-pressing, attack

Thomas Frank addressed the media at Hotspur Way on Friday morning in his first Premier League press conference as Tottenham Hotspur head coach, ahead of Saturday's opening match against Burnley. The Dane covered a wide range of topics, including team news, transfers, the racist abuse directed at Mathys Tel following the UEFA Super Cup penalty shoot-out loss to PSG, Yves Bissouma's recent disciplinary issue, Manor Solomon's recovery, young players on loan, and his expectations for the clash with

In a significant development in the summer transfer window, Brentford has turned down Newcastle United's latest offer for their prolific forward Yoane Wissa. The bid, reportedly worth £35 million upfront plus an additional £5 million in add-ons, was rejected by the Bees, who insist they have not set a public target price for the 28-year-old DR Congo international. According to exclusive reports from The Athletic's David Ornstein, Wissa is eager to make the switch to St James' Park, viewing it a

Multiple EFL clubs are targeting former Bluebirds academy star Gabriele Biancheri as Manchester United have given the green-light for his temporary exit. Cardiff City have emerged as contenders in the race to secure Gabriele Biancheri on loan. According to Graeme Bailey and UnitedInFocus, the Red Devils have informed Biancheri that he is free to leave on a temporary basis this summer, with Ruben Amorim’s blessing after the arrival of three senior forwards at Old Trafford. The 18-year-old Wales

Sun Sport report Arsenal preparing a stunning swoop for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, following the unfortunate knee injury to Kai Havertz, which has thrown the Gunners’ striking options into disarray. The 23-year-old England international has caught Mikel Arteta’s attention due to his versatility, capable of playing across all four advanced positions in Arsenal’s system. Having already secured a PFA Young Player of the Year accolade, Rogers has impressed not only with his quality but his adapta

In a press conference held ahead of Crystal Palace's Europa Conference League play-off match against Fredrikstad, manager Oliver Glasner addressed the ongoing transfer rumours surrounding star player Eberechi Eze. Despite interest from clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, Glasner emphasized Eze's professionalism and confirmed that the England international would start in the upcoming fixture. Eze's Professionalism Highlighted The comments came in response to a question from Sky Sports reporter Gary

Arsenal have been dealt a fresh blow after star forward Kai Havertz sustained a knee injury, forcing him into an immediate spell on the sidelines. The 26-year-old Germany international is awaiting the results of early assessments, leaving uncertainty over the severity of the injury and the expected duration of his recovery. Havertz, who joined Arsenal from Chelsea in 2023 for £65 million, has been a versatile and vital part of the Gunners’ attack, contributing nine goals in 23 appearances last

Arsenal are on the verge of securing Leandro Trossard with a new contract, quashing speculation about his potential departure, according to an in-depth report by The Athletic published on August 19, 2025. As the Premier League season gains momentum, Mikel Arteta’s decision to retain the Belgian winger could shape Arsenal’s attacking options ahead of their clash with Liverpool on August 31. Contract Details and Context The Athletic reveals that Arsenal are poised to offer Trossard a two-year

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will be hoping his side can retain the Premier League title this season, however, he believes Arsenal may be the team best placed to win the title. Mikel Arteta's side have come close for the last three seasons, ultimately finishing second each time to either Manchester City or Liverpool. This year marks 21 years since Arsenal last won the Premier League, with the North London side desperate to put an end to their wait. Liverpool are most people's current favour

Sunderland are on the brink of a significant transfer move as the summer window approaches its September 1 deadline, with transfer insider Fabrizio Romano providing a major update on their pursuit of a key target. According to a report in the Sunderland Echo, the Black Cats are actively working to secure a high-profile signing, boosting their ambitions following a stunning 3-0 victory over West Ham United in their Premier League return. Tthis development has ignited excitement among fans on We

Villarreal are making a determined effort to secure what could be their most important signing of the season, with Premier League side Chelsea’s Portuguese defender Renato Veiga emerging as their top target. The La Plana club is aware, however, that landing the 22-year-old would require an unprecedented financial effort. High Price Tag Blocks Deal Although Veiga is no longer in Chelsea’s plans, having once been tracked by Atlético Madrid. The London club is demanding more than €35 million for

Predicting how many goals Alexander Isak would score for Liverpool in the 2025-26 season involves multiple variables, including his role in the team, Liverpool’s tactical setup, his fitness, and the quality of service from teammates. We asked Grok to give us a prediction. Historical Performance Isak scored 23 goals in 34 Premier League games for Newcastle United in the 2024-25 season, with a total of 27 goals across all competitions. His efficiency is notable, outperforming his expected goals