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      TNT Sports left without a Premier League game to broadcast this weekend due to little-known TV rule

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      TNT SPORTS will not broadcast a live Premier League match this weekend due to a little-known TV rule.The broadcaster has a rights deal with the league for 52 live matches a season.TNT Sports are without a live Premier League match this weekendCredit: GettyLeicester vs Nottingham Forest is one of four live matches on Sky Sports this weekCredit: GettyA majority of those matches are in the Saturday lunchtime kick-off at 12.30 each weekend.However, this weekend sees no early kick-off and no Premier League match on TNT Sports.Instead, Sky Sports will broadcast four matches, starting with Friday night’s East Midlands Derby between Leicester and Nottingham Forest.The absence of a match from TNT Sports comes from a clause in their broadcast package.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAs a result, the broadcaster has to choose four blank weekends throughout the season.The next instance of this will occur on the weekend of November 30 to December 1.Meanwhile, TNT Sports are instead showing live A-League and Serie A action this weekend, including Inter Milan vs Juventus on Sunday.Elsewhere, Sky Sports’ coverage continues with the Saturday Night Football between Everton and Fulham.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSuper Sunday will then feature Chelsea vs Newcastle and Arsenal vs Liverpool.TNT Sports’ Premier League offerings return next weekend with Newcastle hosting the Gunners in their usual 12.30pm Saturday slot.Ally McCoist meets Sir Alex Ferguson in new TNT Sports show Ally’s Social Club The broadcaster agreed a new four-year TV rights deal last year, which begins next season.It will see the continuation of their 52 live matches across the campaign, primarily with 32 Saturday 12.30pm kick-offs.A further 20 midweek matches will also be shown across two rounds of fixtures.The deal runs from the 2025/26 season to the end of the 2028/29 campaign.TNT Sports will instead show Inter Milan vs Juventus on Sunday eveningCredit: Rex More

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      West Ham star Michail Antonio forced to take SCISSORS to his own kit for unusual problem

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      MICHAIL ANTONIO has been forced to take scissors to his own kit due to an unusual problem.The striker’s shirt has appeared slightly differently to his team-mates’ jerseys so far this season.Michael Antonio has been forced to take scissors to his own kit this seasonCredit: GettyThe West Ham forward felt the collar was too tight around his neckCredit: GettyIt comes after he complained about the feel of the Hammers’ new Umbro strip.Antonio felt the collar was too tight around his neck during the early weeks of the campaign.As a result, he has been cutting a slit into his collar, which is visible during matches.He once again had a self-made cut as he lined up against Tottenham last weekend, though.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Hammers enjoyed a disappointing return from the international break as they fell to a 4-1 loss to their London rivals.Antonio, who started the match, played 61 minutes before being replaced by Crysencio Summerville.The Jamaica international has one goal and one assist in eight Premier League appearances this season.He is also into his 10th season with the Hammers, although his current contract expires at the end of the season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWest Ham fans will be hoping Antonio can add to his tally at the London Stadium on Sunday.Manchester United are the visitors, with the Hammers able to leapfrog their opponents with a victory.Michail Antonio slept during West Ham’s celebrations after European Conference League triumphJulen Lopetegui’s side can even jump as high as 10th from their current position of 15th if they win this weekend.Antonio has scored once in eight Premier League appearances so far this seasonCredit: Alamy More

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      Injuries & suspensions update ahead of Gameweek 9: Diogo Jota and Son Heung-min among absentees

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      DREAM TEAM brings you all the latest injury, suspension and availability news ahead of Gameweek 9 in one easily digestible dose.Ange Postecoglou tossed a spanner in the works in his Friday press conference when he labelled Son Heung-min “unlikely” to feature for Tottenham at Crystal Palace this weekend.Son is a major doubt once again following his comeback game last weekendCredit: RexThe South Korean superstar returned from injury last weekend but complained of “soreness” after his impressive performance against West Ham.It remains to be seen whether the 32-year-old will feature against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup in midweek.Diogo Jota incurred a rib injury in Gameweek 8 and will not travel with the Liverpool squad to Arsenal this Sunday.Federico Chiesa and Conor Bradley are doubts for the Reds while Alisson and Harvey Elliott remain sidelined.As for the Gunners, Bukayo Saka, Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori were all missing from Friday’s open training session and are therefore major doubts for this weekend’s blockbuster clash.Mikel Arteta kept his cards close to his chest when asked about all three players, not that Dream Team bosses will place much trust in the Spaniard’s words after last week.Calafiori was forced off in midweekCredit: AlamyWhat is known is that this game comes too soon for Martin Odegaard while William Saliba is set to serve his one-game suspension following his much-discussed red card at Bournemouth.To round off the title challengers, Rodri, Oscar Bobb, Kevin De Bruyne, Jack Grealish, Jeremy Doku and Kyle Walker are Manchester City’s absentees ahead of Southampton’s visit to Etihad on Saturday.While Aston Villa have a clean bill of health; Jaden Philogene is suspended having been sent off at Fulham last weekend.Bournemouth’s Alex Scott has undergone surgery on his knee and will be unavailable for at least six weeks.Luis Sinisterra’s injury is less severe but he also won’t feature for the Cherries at Villa Park on Saturday.Kudus is suspended after his red card against SpursCredit: PAMohammed Kudus starts his three-game ban (which may yet be extended) after his dismissal for violent conduct against Spurs last weekend.Julen Lopetegui offered no other availability updates during his press conference but Niclas Fullkrug most likely still incapacitated. As for the Hammers’ weekend opponents, Manchester United, Antony was stretchered off against Fenerbahce on Thursday night and will surely be absent from the next matchday squad.Bruno Fernandes is expected to return having skipped Europa League duties.Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOWARSENALInjuries: Kieran Tierney, Martin Odegaard, Jurrien Timber (doubt), Bukayo Saka (doubt), Riccardo Calafiori (doubt), Takehiro TomiyasuSuspensions: William SalibaASTON VILLAInjuries: NoneSuspensions: Jaden PhilogeneBOURNEMOUTHInjuries: Luis Sinisterra, Alex ScottSuspensions: NoneBRENTFORDInjuries: Aaron Hickey, Igor Thiago, Josh Dasilva, Gustavo Nunes, Rico HenrySuspensions: NoneBRIGHTONInjuries: Solly March (doubt), Matt O’Riley, James Milner, Joao Pedro, Adam Webster, Danny Welbeck (doubt), Yankuba Minteh (doubt)Suspensions: NoneCHELSEAInjuries: NoneSuspensions: NoneCRYSTAL PALACEInjuries: Matheus Franca, Chris Richards, Cheick Doucoure, Chadi RiadSuspensions: NoneEVERTONInjuries: Youssef Chermiti, Armando Broja, Tim Iroegbunam, James GarnerSuspensions: NoneFULHAMInjuries: Sasa Lukic, Timothy Castagne, Jorge Cuenca (doubt)Suspensions: Joachim AndersenIPSWICHInjuries: Jens Cajuste (doubt), Axel Tuanzebe, Massimo Luongo, Ben Johnson, Jacob GreavesSuspensions: NoneLEICESTERInjuries: Patson Daka, Jakub Stolarczyk, Hamza Choudhury, Jannick VestergaardSuspensions: NoneLIVERPOOLInjuries: Harvey Elliott, Federico Chiesa (doubt), Alisson, Conor Bradley (doubt), Diogo JotaSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER CITYInjuries: Nathan Ake, Oscar Bobb, Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, Kyle Walker, Jeremy Doku, Jack GrealishSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER UNITEDInjuries: Luke Shaw, Leny Yoro, Tyrell Malacia, Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire, Mason Mount, Casemiro (doubt)Suspensions: NoneNEWCASTLEInjuries: Callum Wilson, Jamaal Lascelles, Sven Botman, Matt Targett (doubt), Kieran Trippier, Martin Dubravka (doubt)Suspensions: NoneNOTTINGHAM FORESTInjuries: Danilo, Ibrahim Sangare, Morgan Gibbs-White, Callum Hudson-Odoi (doubt)Suspensions: NoneSOUTHAMPTONInjuries: Gavin Bazunu, Ross Stewart, Will SmallboneSuspensions: Ryan FraserTOTTENHAMInjuries: Son Heung-min, Djed SpenceSuspensions: NoneWEST HAMInjuries: Niclas FullkrugSuspensions: Mohammed KudusWOLVESInjuries: Sasa Kalajdzic, Enso Gonzalez, Boubacar Traore, Bastien Meupiyou (doubt), Yerson Mosquera, Hwang Hee-chanSuspensions: NoneBetMGM sign up offerBetMGM: Get £40 in free bets — HERE**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. 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      Man City star Savinho reveals shockingly ‘dangerous’ career he would have loved to have taken on if not for football

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      MANCHESTER CITY’S newest star Savinho could have been in a completely different and far more dangerous profession.The Brazilian, 20, has been a stand-out performer for Pep Guardiola’s side since his arrival at the Etihad this summer.Man City star Savinho has revealed what he would be doing if he wasn’t a footballerCredit: GettyThe winger moved from fellow City Football Group side Troyes this summer in a deal worth £21million.While he has also cemented himself as a regular starter for the Brazilian national team.But all that could have been very different if a young Savinho had chosen to take a path down a completely different sport.The former Girona loanee has revealed that if he wasn’t a footballer he would probably be a BULL RIDER.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe Premier League star grew up on a farm in a small coastal area of Brazil called Sao Mateus.And he reckons if he hadn’t followed his dreams of making it as a professional footballer, he’d be spending his weekends trying to stay on the back of a bull.He told the Daily Mail: “Until I was about 16 I would always ride, not so much nowadays in case something happens. But before I’d go out a lot.”Now I’m a bit more worried about coming off, because it’s been a while since I’ve ridden. Most read in FootballSavinho could have been a professional bull riderCredit: RexFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”But also to be professional – in case you fall, in case you get injured. I have a bit of a fear about that.”He added: “Somebody gets onto a bull and the bull’s jumping around a lot, you know? Pep Guardiola says part of him will leave Man City when Txiki Begiristain goes “You have to hold on for eight seconds. I’ve never had a go. It’s very dangerous! If I wasn’t a footballer then I would!”One man who will definitely be happy that Savinho is staying well away from the bulls is Pep Guardiola.The City gaffer has gushed about his winger’s mentality and application on the pitch.He said: “What I like is I have the feeling he wants to be the best, the best on the pitch, to try things and participate in everything, to have the ball and try again.“He’s not scoring goals but he will take the ball and shoot. We had a free-kick against Wolves and he wanted to take it.“He’s a young guy and I have the feeling that he’s here to become a good player.“That defines the really good players. With courage and consistency with his ambition he will get there.”Pep Guardiola has gushed about SavinhoCredit: Reuters More

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      Bukayo Saka: Arsenal star one of three key men to MISS training ahead of crunch Liverpool Premier League showdown

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      BUKAYO SAKA is one of three Arsenal stars who missed training on Friday ahead of their clash with Liverpool.The Gunners welcome the Premier League leaders to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.Bukayo Saka was one of three Arsenal stars to miss training on FridayCredit: GettyThe Gunners trained at London Colney on Friday ahead of their clash with LiverpoolCredit: X/ SkySportsPLA win for the hosts would see them close the gap to their opponents to just a single point.However, they would slip seven points adrift with a second league defeat in a row.To add to Mikel Arteta’s woes ahead of the match, he looks set to be without three key men this weekend.Saka, Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber were all absent from Friday’s session at London Colney.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSThe trio are all being assessed before Sunday but are currently doubts for the match.Calafiori was forced off against Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday night after injuring his knee.Meanwhile, Timber has missed the last three matches after being taken off at half-time against Paris Saint-Germain on October 1.As for Saka, he has not trained since picking up a thigh injury on international duty.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe winger limped off during England’s defeat to Greece before returning to Arsenal to be assessed.Arteta now looks set to be without seven first-team players on Sunday if Saka, Calafiori and Timber all miss out.How Arsenal can fool Liverpool with ‘musical chairs’ trap Trent Alexander-Arnold must beware ofRiccardo Calafiori was forced off with a knee injury against Shakhtar Donetsk on TuesdayCredit: AlamyJurrien Timber has missed Arsenal’s last three matches through injuryCredit: GettyMartin Odegaard remains sidelined with an ankle injury alongside long-term absentees Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney.William Saliba will also miss out through suspension as he serves a one-game ban.The defender was sent off in last weekend’s 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth.Arsenal ratings vs Shakhtar: Jesus reminds fans of his quality but Trossard flops for poor GunnersARSENAL continued their unbeaten run in the Champions League with a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk – but it was far from a convincing performance.Gabriel Martinelli orchestrated the decisive goal when his low-driven strike hit the post and deflected in off the back of goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk.Here’s how SunSport’s Tony Robertson rated the Gunners…DAVID RAYA – 7Seldom asked to do much aside from recycle the ball to Gabriel or Saliba until the final stagesPushed a potentially dangerous cross out of danger in the 84th minute. Pulled out a magnificent low save in injury time before claiming a dangerous cross to keep his clean sheet.BEN WHITE – 6Back in at right-back today and played as if he had never been out of the team. Received a yellow card in the 34th minute. Subbed at half-time for Mikel Merino.WILLIAM SALIBA – 7In the team after his red card against Bournemouth, played like his typically assured self marshalling the defence.One or two sloppy passes late in the second half but otherwise can have no complaints with another solid performance.GABRIEL MAGALHAES – 5Sloppily gave the ball away to hand the visitors a dangerous chance out of nothing. Had another lapse just after the opener but in the end he was bailed out by Calafiori.Marked improvement in the second half.RICCARDO CALAFIORI – 6Skied a golden chance over the bar after six minutes. Tested the goalkeeper again after 24 minutes.Dragged his foot and went down injured after skipping under a tackle in the 67th minute. Replaced by Myles Lewis-Skelly in 71st minute.THOMAS PARTEY – 6Comfortable evening in midfield for him. Recycled the ball well when at his feet and kept play ticking over.Moved to right back as White was hooked but didn’t have too many worries. When he was caught out of position Rice was able to cover.DECLAN RICE – 6Like Partey, he had a quiet night in midfield with Shakhtar unable to retain meaningful possession.Moved into the six as White was hooked and Partey moved to right-back. Cut out a dangerous low cross at the edge of the area. LEANDRO TROSSARD – 4Nothing quite went right for him all night with some sloppy touches ending attacks and putting Arsenal in trouble.Summed up his night by missing a 77th minute penalty and was hooked in the 88th minute.GABRIEL JESUS – 8Wore the captain’s armband and looked bright down the right wing.Denied a well-deserved goal by the feet of the keeper in the 43rd minute after Havertz played him in.Second half saw more good link play, but never had another chance to end his goal drought as he was replaced by Sterling in the 68th minute.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 7Grew into the game following a quiet start and was rewarded with a goal, of sorts, after 30 minutes.Brazilian cut inside from the left wing before firing a shot to the near post before the shot rebounded off the woodwork and hit the goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk to go in the net. KAI HAVERTZ – 7Centimeters away from getting Arsenal’s second in the 39th minute after Jesus squared a volley back across goal.Returned the favour to set up his team-mate moments later only for the goalkeeper to prevent a goal.Won a free-kick at the very end of the game to run the clock down.SUBSMikel Merino (on for White HT) – 6Some nice touches and stitched play together well. A solid yet unspectacular performance.Raheem Sterling (on for Jesus 68 mins) – 6Tried to play on the shoulder of the last man but did not have the pace find the clear cut chance he would have liked.Myles Lewis-Skelly (on for Calafiori 71 mins) – 6Slotted in at left-back and was not afraid to show for the ball but often did not receive it while tucking infield.Jorginho (on for Trossard 88 mins) – N/A More

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      Iconic ex-Premier League referee warns Arsenal that officials have cottoned on to their secret weapon in title blow

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      FORMER Premier League referee Peter Walton has warned Arsenal that officials are aware of their tactics.The Gunners currently sit four points behind leaders Liverpool and three off champions Manchester City in the race for the title.Arsenal’s clever set pieces earned them a huge win over SpursCredit: AlamyPeter Walton has warned the Gunners their set-piece goals might dry upCredit: ITVPrior to the Reds travelling to the Emirates on Sunday, Walton has claimed that refs are becoming increasingly aware of their corner-kick routines.Mikel Arteta’s side are well-drilled at set-pieces and are often instructed to block opponents to allow for the likes of Gabriel Magalhaes to attack Bukayo Saka’s delivery at the back post.But Walton, who was a Prem ref from 2003 to 2012, has suggested that set-piece coach Nicolas Jover might need to come up with a new plan as refs are cottoning on to their tricks.He wrote in The Times: “In my day, Chelsea were good at blocking opponents off the ball, but then referees and the media drew attention to their tactics and they were much more likely to be caught. READ MORE ON ARSENAL”I sense a similar process has happened recently with Arsenal’s set pieces.”But so far the tactic is still working for Arsenal and they have scored three goals from set pieces this season.Only Aston Villa, Brighton, Leicester and Everton have netted more.Last term, they were the highest scorers from them with 20 goals.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSArsenal already have an issue to resolve when it comes to referees as they have had a player sent off in three of their last six league games.The North Londoners have had 18 red cards since Arteta took over in December 2019 – SIX more than any other team.One more this season will be their 108th red of the Premier League era – a joint-record alongside Everton.Arsenal star Saka of three key men to miss training ahead of crunch Liverpool Premier League showdown Arsenal ratings vs Shakhtar: Jesus reminds fans of his quality but Trossard flops for poor GunnersARSENAL continued their unbeaten run in the Champions League with a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk – but it was far from a convincing performance.Gabriel Martinelli orchestrated the decisive goal when his low-driven strike hit the post and deflected in off the back of goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk.Here’s how SunSport’s Tony Robertson rated the Gunners…DAVID RAYA – 7Seldom asked to do much aside from recycle the ball to Gabriel or Saliba until the final stagesPushed a potentially dangerous cross out of danger in the 84th minute. Pulled out a magnificent low save in injury time before claiming a dangerous cross to keep his clean sheet.BEN WHITE – 6Back in at right-back today and played as if he had never been out of the team. Received a yellow card in the 34th minute. Subbed at half-time for Mikel Merino.WILLIAM SALIBA – 7In the team after his red card against Bournemouth, played like his typically assured self marshalling the defence.One or two sloppy passes late in the second half but otherwise can have no complaints with another solid performance.GABRIEL MAGALHAES – 5Sloppily gave the ball away to hand the visitors a dangerous chance out of nothing. Had another lapse just after the opener but in the end he was bailed out by Calafiori.Marked improvement in the second half.RICCARDO CALAFIORI – 6Skied a golden chance over the bar after six minutes. Tested the goalkeeper again after 24 minutes.Dragged his foot and went down injured after skipping under a tackle in the 67th minute. Replaced by Myles Lewis-Skelly in 71st minute.THOMAS PARTEY – 6Comfortable evening in midfield for him. Recycled the ball well when at his feet and kept play ticking over.Moved to right back as White was hooked but didn’t have too many worries. When he was caught out of position Rice was able to cover.DECLAN RICE – 6Like Partey, he had a quiet night in midfield with Shakhtar unable to retain meaningful possession.Moved into the six as White was hooked and Partey moved to right-back. Cut out a dangerous low cross at the edge of the area. LEANDRO TROSSARD – 4Nothing quite went right for him all night with some sloppy touches ending attacks and putting Arsenal in trouble.Summed up his night by missing a 77th minute penalty and was hooked in the 88th minute.GABRIEL JESUS – 8Wore the captain’s armband and looked bright down the right wing.Denied a well-deserved goal by the feet of the keeper in the 43rd minute after Havertz played him in.Second half saw more good link play, but never had another chance to end his goal drought as he was replaced by Sterling in the 68th minute.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 7Grew into the game following a quiet start and was rewarded with a goal, of sorts, after 30 minutes.Brazilian cut inside from the left wing before firing a shot to the near post before the shot rebounded off the woodwork and hit the goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk to go in the net. KAI HAVERTZ – 7Centimeters away from getting Arsenal’s second in the 39th minute after Jesus squared a volley back across goal.Returned the favour to set up his team-mate moments later only for the goalkeeper to prevent a goal.Won a free-kick at the very end of the game to run the clock down.SUBSMikel Merino (on for White HT) – 6Some nice touches and stitched play together well. A solid yet unspectacular performance.Raheem Sterling (on for Jesus 68 mins) – 6Tried to play on the shoulder of the last man but did not have the pace find the clear cut chance he would have liked.Myles Lewis-Skelly (on for Calafiori 71 mins) – 6Slotted in at left-back and was not afraid to show for the ball but often did not receive it while tucking infield.Jorginho (on for Trossard 88 mins) – N/A More

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      Why is there no 12.30pm kick off in the Premier League on Saturday?

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      THE 2024/25 Premier League season has got off to a flying start – and even more thrilling action will take place this weekend.Gameweek Nine begins with Leicester City hosting Nottingham Forest in only the second Friday night match of the campaign.TNT Sports will not broadcast a Saturday lunchtime match this weekendCredit: GettyNuno Espirito Santo’s men travel to the King Power Stadium just four days after their 1-0 win over Crystal Palace on Monday night.But the unusual Friday evening Premier League clash between Leicester and Forest is not the reason behind why there is no early Premier League game on Saturday.SunSport has all the details below.Why is there no 12.30pm kick off in the Premier League on Saturday?There is no 12.30pm kick off in the Premier League on Saturday due to no games being selected for broadcast.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTNT Sports are the provider that occupies the 12.30pm slot for top-flight matches with Package A.The broadcasting giants are able to air 52 Premier League games a season, which are split between Saturday lunchtime and all 20 fixtures from two separate midweek Gameweeks.After the two rounds of midweek fixtures, TNT are left with 32 picks from the remaining 36 Gameweeks.This means that the broadcaster must have four weekends where they are not able to air a Premier League fixture.Most read in FootballTNT have opted to make this Saturday the first Gameweek of the season without a Saturday lunchtime fixture after eight consecutive picks.Full Premier League schedule for NovemberSaturday 2 November12:30 Newcastle v Arsenal (TNT Sports)AFC Bournemouth v Man CityIpswich Town v LeicesterLiverpool v BrightonNott’m Forest v West HamSouthampton v Everton17:30 Wolves v Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)Sunday 3 November14:00 Spurs v Aston Villa (Sky Sports)16:30 Man Utd v Chelsea (Sky Sports)Monday 4 November20:00 Fulham v Brentford (Sky Sports)Saturday 9 NovemberBrentford v AFC BournemouthCrystal Palace v FulhamWest Ham v EvertonWolves v Southampton17:30 Brighton v Man City (Sky Sports)20:00 Liverpool v Aston Villa (TNT Sports)Sunday 10 November14:00 Man Utd v Leicester*14:00 Spurs v Ipswich Town*14:00 Nott’m Forest v Newcastle (Sky Sports)16:30 Chelsea v Arsenal (Sky Sports)*Due to participation in UEFA Europa League the preceding ThursdaySaturday 23 November12:30 Leicester v Chelsea (TNT Sports)AFC Bournemouth v BrightonArsenal v Nott’m ForestAston Villa v Crystal PalaceEverton v BrentfordFulham v Wolves17:30 Man City v Spurs (Sky Sports)Sunday 24 November14:00 Southampton v Liverpool (Sky Sports)16:30 Ipswich Town v Man Utd (Sky Sports)Monday 25 November20:00 Newcastle v West Ham (Sky Sports)Friday 29 November20:00 Brighton v Southampton (Sky Sports)Saturday 30 NovemberBrentford v LeicesterCrystal Palace v NewcastleNottingham Forest v Ipswich TownWolves v AFC Bournemouth17:30 West Ham v Arsenal (Sky Sports)Sunday 1 December13:30 Chelsea v Aston Villa (Sky Sports)13:30 Man Utd v Everton*13:30 Spurs v Fulham*16:00 Liverpool v Man City (Sky Sports)*Due to participation in UEFA Europa League the preceding ThursdayThere is no official reasoning behind the broadcaster’s decision not to select any fixtures to air this weekend, but European football in midweek has likely played a part.Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa all featured in the Champions League on Tuesday and Wednesday, on TNT Sports channels.Manchester United, Tottenham and Chelsea played on Thursday night, also on TNT Sports, which means they are unable to take the 12.30pm lunchtime slot on Saturday.Arsenal were the only Premier League team in Europe not to be aired live on TNT Sports earlier this week, with Amazon Prime Video holding the rights to air the standout Champions League fixture on Tuesday.Leading Premier League broadcaster Sky Sports selected Arsenal vs Liverpool for the 4.30pm game on Sunday, putting the Gunners and Reds out of consideration for TNT’s lunchtime slot.Aston Villa vs Bournemouth and Man City vs Southampton may have tempted the broadcaster for the 12.30pm pick, but TNT have to bear in mind that clubs can feature a maximum of six times in the Saturday lunchtime slot – so they have to be selective.TNT are also required to show all Premier League clubs at least once at 12.30 on a Saturday.The other fixtures snubbed are Brentford vs Ipswich and Brighton vs Wolves, while Everton vs Fulham is Saturday’s late kick off on Sky Sports. More

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      Arsenal to host Britain’s biggest tournament in another sport but event clashes with Man Utd fixture

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      ARSENAL are set to host Britain’s most prestigious chess tournament.The 2024 XTX Markets London Chess Classic [LCC] will be hosted at the Emirates between November 29 and December 7.The Emirates will host a prestigious chess tournamentCredit: PAEight of the world’s top chess grandmasters will compete at the event including Women’s world champion Ju Wenjun.The round-robin event has a £50,000 jackpot but it will be put on hold on December 4.That is because Arsenal host Manchester United in the Premier League.But for the remainder of the tournament the Emirates will be converted into a venue suited to hosting world class chess.READ MORE ON ARSENALThere will be several high-profile players competing in the LCC including eight-time champion Michael Adams.He will feature in the tournament for the 14th time alongside current British champion Gawain Jones.While England No1 Nikita Vitiugov and England’s youngest-ever grandmaster Shreyas Royal have signed up.The Emirates has hosted multiple events and concerts in recent years.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSArsenal ratings vs Shakhtar: Jesus reminds fans of his quality but Trossard flops for poor GunnersARSENAL continued their unbeaten run in the Champions League with a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk – but it was far from a convincing performance.Gabriel Martinelli orchestrated the decisive goal when his low-driven strike hit the post and deflected in off the back of goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk.Here’s how SunSport’s Tony Robertson rated the Gunners…DAVID RAYA – 7Seldom asked to do much aside from recycle the ball to Gabriel or Saliba until the final stagesPushed a potentially dangerous cross out of danger in the 84th minute. Pulled out a magnificent low save in injury time before claiming a dangerous cross to keep his clean sheet.BEN WHITE – 6Back in at right-back today and played as if he had never been out of the team. Received a yellow card in the 34th minute. Subbed at half-time for Mikel Merino.WILLIAM SALIBA – 7In the team after his red card against Bournemouth, played like his typically assured self marshalling the defence.One or two sloppy passes late in the second half but otherwise can have no complaints with another solid performance.GABRIEL MAGALHAES – 5Sloppily gave the ball away to hand the visitors a dangerous chance out of nothing. Had another lapse just after the opener but in the end he was bailed out by Calafiori.Marked improvement in the second half.RICCARDO CALAFIORI – 6Skied a golden chance over the bar after six minutes. Tested the goalkeeper again after 24 minutes.Dragged his foot and went down injured after skipping under a tackle in the 67th minute. Replaced by Myles Lewis-Skelly in 71st minute.THOMAS PARTEY – 6Comfortable evening in midfield for him. Recycled the ball well when at his feet and kept play ticking over.Moved to right back as White was hooked but didn’t have too many worries. When he was caught out of position Rice was able to cover.DECLAN RICE – 6Like Partey, he had a quiet night in midfield with Shakhtar unable to retain meaningful possession.Moved into the six as White was hooked and Partey moved to right-back. Cut out a dangerous low cross at the edge of the area. LEANDRO TROSSARD – 4Nothing quite went right for him all night with some sloppy touches ending attacks and putting Arsenal in trouble.Summed up his night by missing a 77th minute penalty and was hooked in the 88th minute.GABRIEL JESUS – 8Wore the captain’s armband and looked bright down the right wing.Denied a well-deserved goal by the feet of the keeper in the 43rd minute after Havertz played him in.Second half saw more good link play, but never had another chance to end his goal drought as he was replaced by Sterling in the 68th minute.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 7Grew into the game following a quiet start and was rewarded with a goal, of sorts, after 30 minutes.Brazilian cut inside from the left wing before firing a shot to the near post before the shot rebounded off the woodwork and hit the goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk to go in the net. KAI HAVERTZ – 7Centimeters away from getting Arsenal’s second in the 39th minute after Jesus squared a volley back across goal.Returned the favour to set up his team-mate moments later only for the goalkeeper to prevent a goal.Won a free-kick at the very end of the game to run the clock down.SUBSMikel Merino (on for White HT) – 6Some nice touches and stitched play together well. A solid yet unspectacular performance.Raheem Sterling (on for Jesus 68 mins) – 6Tried to play on the shoulder of the last man but did not have the pace find the clear cut chance he would have liked.Myles Lewis-Skelly (on for Calafiori 71 mins) – 6Slotted in at left-back and was not afraid to show for the ball but often did not receive it while tucking infield.Jorginho (on for Trossard 88 mins) – N/AIt was one of the venues for the Rugby League World Cup in 2022, playing host to England’s semi-final defeat to Samoa.Episodes of X-Factor, Britain’s Got Talent and Big Brother have also been filmed at the stadium.The stadium will not, however, host Euro 2028 after the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Wembley were chosen to be London’s venues for the UK and Ireland tournament.Chelsea star spotted at Emirates Stadium watching Arsenal’s Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk More