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⚽️ WSL updates from the 5.30pm (BST) kick-off ⚽️ Man City scramble to WSL win over Liverpool | Mail Will 2 min Dominique Janssen, the former Arsenal defender, slides in on Olivia Smith and catches her on the ankle with a follow-through. Arsenal use the free-kick to work the ball forward, but their attack fizzles out…

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After the trials and tribulations of the transfer window Everton can be content to reach the international break unbeaten and up to fifth courtesy of victory over Ipswich. David Moyes, and Pro Ref, will also be relieved that another controversial call from a video assistant referee did not determine the outcome. Thi…

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Millwall keeper Filip Marshcall alleges he was spat at by West Ham forward Taty Castellanos during their 2-2 draw.

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Hull always knew that, sooner or later, they would lose a Premier League game but no one can say that Sergej Jakirovic’s team did not do everything in their power to try and delay that inaugural top tier defeat. After conceding two goals in the opening seven minutes Hull could easily have folded but Jakirovic’s prom…

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So much for the new Invincibles. Arsenal were brought back down to earth with a shuddering bump by a scintillating display from Brighton as Fabian Hurzeler’s vibrant side celebrated the club’s 125th anniversary in style. The special edition shirts they wore to mark the occasion will end up being collector’s items af…

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Tottenham look no closer to solving their problems as they slip to a home defeat by Aston Villa to add to their Premier League misery.

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The Manchester United Muslim Supporters Club says United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe "must go" after he spoke out against immigration and said the country was "on the slide".

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Spurs head coach Roberto de Zerbi says his side "have to be stronger" following their loss against Aston Villa in the Premier League, focusing on the squad's "behaviour" rather than their quality.

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery admires his side's resilience in their 3-2 away victory against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, highlighting the performances of striker Nicolas Jackson and goalkeeper Zion Suzuki.

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West Ham came from two goals down to snatch a draw from a heated London derby at Millwall. The Lions were leading at half-time through goals from Caleb Taylor and Camiel Neghli, but the visitors hit back through Mohamadou Kanté and Konstantinos Mavropanos. The Hammers, sitting top of the Championship and looking for…

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Spurs have a remarkable ability to find new ways of inflicting pain on their fanbase and they did it again on Saturday, petering out from a strong start into humiliating defeat. On the upside, they did get two goals. They were both late consolations, but beggars can’t be choosers. Aston Villa were ruthless after cap…

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Tottenham are still looking for their first Premier League goal of the season.

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⚽️ Updates from across the grounds for Saturday’s games ⚽️ Live scoreboard | Spurs v Aston Villa – updates | Mail Scott GOAL! Stoke City 1-1 Sheffield United (McGlynn 78). Another leveller in the Championship, thanks to Jack McGlynn at the bet365. GOAL! Millwall 2-2 West Ham United (Mavropanos 80). … and now West Ha…

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Spurs scored their first goals of the season but Johan Manzambi, Nicolas Jackson and Emi Buendía earned the win for Villa ⚽️ Today’s fixtures | Send Daniel your thoughts via email This is the 176th meeting between the sides. Spurs have the historical edge having won 79 to Villa’s 62. There have been 32 draws. Contin…

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News, discussion and updates before Saturday’s games This weekend’s fixtures | Tables | Mail us your thoughts Regarding Trent Alexander-Arnold’s England recall , here’s what Tuchel had to say … … and here is Sid Lowe’s analysis , the view from Spain: Thomas Tuchel said Trent Alexander Arnold had enjoyed a good start…

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From obscurity and near oblivion to Premier League and Europe - Brighton celebrate their 125th anniversary.

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Aston Villa and Tottenham are winless in the Premier League - and both in need of inspiration as they prepare to face each other on Saturday.

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Brentford head coach Keith Andrews is full of praise for his side after their resounding 3-0 win against West London rivals Chelsea, branding them "brilliant" following a strong start to the Premier League campaign.

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Chelsea's problem was defending, but with Joao Pedro ruled out through injury, scoring goals has also become an issue.

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Brentford maintain their unbeaten start in the Premier League as they score three second-half goals to beat Chelsea 3-0 at the Gtech Community Stadium.

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Arsenal are open to allowing teenage prodigy Max Dowman to leave the club on loan this term if it aids his development.

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