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      Premier League fixtures on TV: Where to watch the matches this weekend

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      GRAB your popcorn football lovers as the Premier League returns for another weekend of scintillating action – and they’ll be plenty to feast your eyes on at the click of a button.Manchester United were humiliated live for the world to see on the last Saturday evening showing.
      Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte let their emotions run wild at full timeCredit: Rex
      Whilst Chelsea and Tottenham took part in arguably the feistiest match of the campaign so far.
      But what Premier League games will be broadcasted on television this weekend?
      What Premier League games are on TV this weekend?
      There will be a total of four games being shown live on television this weekend whilst the final fixture on match-day three is set to be played on Monday.
      Saturday August 20

      Tottenham Hotspur vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – 12:30pm (UK) – BT Sport 1
      Bournemouth vs Arsenal – 5:30pm (UK) – Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League

      Sunday August 21

      Leeds United vs Chelsea – 2pm (UK) – Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League
      Newcastle United vs Manchester City – 4:30pm (UK) – Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League

      Monday August 22

      Manchester United vs Liverpool – 8pm (UK) – Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League

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      Fans in the US can head to Peacock to stream all of the above matches.
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      What other fixtures are happening this weekend?
      Saturday August 20

      Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa – 3pm (UK)
      Everton vs Nottingham Forest – 3pm (UK)
      Fulham vs Brentford – 3pm (UK)
      Leicester City vs Southampton – 3pm (UK)

      Sunday August 21

      West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion – 2pm (UK) More

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      Man Utd vs Liverpool: TV channel, live stream, team news and kick-off time for HUGE Premier League clash

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      ALL eyes will be on Manchester United and Liverpool this Monday as they add another chapter to their fierce rivalry – and both sides are more desperate than ever for three points.Erik Ten Hag has endured the worst possible start to his Premier League career in the Red Devils hot seat.
      Manchester United were annihilated by Brentford last weekendCredit: Rex
      Darwin Nunez was sent off for a brutal headbutt on Joachim AndersenCredit: Alamy
      The Dutchman witnessed his new side lose at home to Brighton, before being humiliated by Brentford on the road; two results which have sunk United to the bottom of the table.
      However, it hasn’t been all rosy in the garden for Jurgen Klopp either as his side have failed to pick up a single win in their opening two fixtures.
      And salt was rubbed into the wounds when the Liverpool boss watched his £85 million summer signing get sent off for a brutal headbutt on Crystal Palace’s Joachim Andersen.
      But both English giants have a huge chance to put those horror shows behind in what is already being labelled a six pointer.
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      What time does Manchester United vs Liverpool kick off?

      Manchester United will be entertaining Liverpool on Monday, August 22.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
      Old Trafford in Manchester is the allocated arena for this mouth-watering match and it can hold around 74,879 supporters.
      The Red Devils embarrassed Liverpool when the sides last met during a pre-season fixture.

      What TV channel is Manchester United vs Liverpool on and can I live stream it?

      Manchester United vs Liverpool will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Pre-match build up will commence from 6:30pm on both channels – one hour and 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports have the option to stream the entire action live via the Sky Sports website or Sky Go app.

      Team news
      Erik Ten Hag will be delighted to currently have no fresh injury concerns following his side’s humiliation at Brentford.
      Victor Lindelof and Brandon Williams are more than likely to remain in the treatment room.
      However, the Manchester United gaffer has received a huge boost with Anthony Martial returning to training.
      Elsewhere, Jurgen Klopp has claimed that his side are ‘cursed’ with injuries ahead of the blockbuster encounter against Manchester United.
      The Liverpool boss will continue to be without Diogo Jota, Thiago, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Joel Matip, Ibrahima Konate and Curtis Jones.
      English duo Joe Gomez and Jordan Henderson will need to have further assessments despite making the bench against Crystal Palace.
      Whilst Darwin Nunez is ruled out for the next three matches having received a red card for his erratic headbutt.
      Latest odds

      Man Utd to win 9/2
      Draw 16/5
      Liverpool to win 11/20

      *Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct at time of publication
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      Who is Michael Knighton? Ex-Man Utd director preparing ‘hostile’ Glazer family takeover

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      ENGLISH businessman Michael Knighton was once heavily involved in Manchester United – and he could be in for a second bite of the cherry.The successful Englishman is reportedly preparing a hostile bid to buy United back from the Glazer family.
      Michael Knighton was on the board at Manchester United once beforeCredit: Rex
      Alex Ferguson shaking hands with former board member Michael KnightonCredit: Getty
      And Knighton went as far as to label Manchester United a ‘club in crisis’.
      But who is Michael Knighton and what happened when he last was involved with the Red Devils?
      Who is Michael Knighton?
      Born October 4, 1951, Michael Knighton was raised in Derbyshire and spent most of his youth playing football.
      As a teenager, Knighton represented Coventry City as an apprentice for a year before his career was cut short due to a thigh injury.
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      However, this enabled the successful businessman to focus on his studies at Durham University’s Bede College where he secured a degree in Physical Education (PE).
      And then Michael went to St. Cuthbert’s College to study philosophy, politics and Mandarin Chinese before becoming a PE teacher as well as teaching geography in 1976.
      But by 1984, the Englishman quit to focus on property interests with his first huge asset being Manchester United.
      What happened with the previous Manchester United takeover deal?
      Knighton made a £20 million takeover bid for Manchester United in August 1989.
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      This was the second record figure for a British football club – a offer which was accepted by former Chief Executive Martin Edwards.
      Michael made promises to his board members that he would invest £10m in Old Trafford.
      He even appeared on the pitch before a game fully dressed in the kit before completing a series of kick-ups.
      Knighton came out onto the pitch to do kick-ups at Old TraffordCredit: Hulton Archive – Getty
      The driving force for the takeover was a Knighton-controlled company named MK Trafford Holdings and a £10m contract for Edwards was signed.
      However, former Debenhams executive Bob Thornton and Stanley Cohen who were investors of MK Trafford, pulled out in mid-September which led Knighton to source other financial backers.
      And despite, Michael proving to United chief executive Martin Edwards that he had the funds to complete the takeover deal, Knighton abandoned his bid for a seat on the board.
      But in 1997, the wealthy icon resigned from the football club after being “publicly humiliated’ over claims he and his wife Rosemary had seen a UFO in 1976.
      What other teams has Michael Knighton been involved with?
      Michael Knighton turned his attentions to Carlisle after the Manchester United deal.
      Knighton bought Carlisle in 1992Credit: Rex
      The wealthy Englishman bough Carlisle in 1992 when they were at the bottom of the Football League.
      However, initial success saw his new club win Division Three and secure promotion in 1995 with a record number of 91 points.
      What is Michael Knighton’s net worth?
      Knighton walked away from football in 2002 and now he currently spends his time painting, sculpting and writing poetry.
      The Englishman has a reported net worth of £5.7 million. More

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      Leeds vs Chelsea: TV channel, live stream, team news and kick-off time for Premier League clash

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      CHELSEA return to the big screens on Sunday for a tough trip to Leeds United – and Thomas Tuchel will be watching from afar.The Blues boss saw red last weekend courtesy of some emotional full-time antics with Tottenham manager Antonio Conte.
      Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte for their full-time antics last weekendCredit: Rex
      Rodrigo’s double came in vain as Leeds could only achieve a draw against SouthamptonCredit: Getty
      Which incidentally rubbed salt into the wounds as Tuchel saw Harry Kane’s last-gasp header snatch the three points from his side’s hands.
      However, Chelsea will be eager to do their gaffer proud when they come up against a rejuvenated Leeds side away from home.
      But Jesse Marsch’s team could feel a little deflated having recently threw away a two goal lead at St. Mary’s to draw 2-2 with Southampton.
      What time does Leeds vs Chelsea kick off?

      Leeds are set to entertain Chelsea on Sunday, August 21.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 2pm UK time.
      Elland Road in Leeds is the allocated arena for this match and it can hold around 37,792 spectators.
      Chelsea humiliated the Whites at the back end of last season when the teams met at this same venue.

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      What TV channel is Leeds vs Chelsea on and can I live stream it?

      Leeds vs Chelsea will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Pre-match build up will commence from 1pm UK time – one hour before kick-off on Sky Sports Premier League whilst there will be NO early coverage on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports have the option to stream the entire action live via the Sky Sports website or Sky Go app.

      Team news
      Leeds’ lengthy list of injuries will have some new additions as gaffer Jesse Marsch confirmed that Patrick Bamford picked up a knock during the match against Southampton.
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      Whilst Joe Gelhardt felt a little pain the day before the game which ruled him out.
      They add to the quartet of Junior Firpo, Luke Ayling, Stuart Dallas and Liam Cooper.
      Elsewhere, Thomas Tuchel will be hoping assistant coach Arno Michels can step up to the plate for this weekends clash with Leeds.
      However, Michels is set to be without French icon N’Golo Kante who picked up a hamstring injury against Tottenham.
      And Mateo Kovacic’s knee problems continues to keep him in the treatment room.
      As for full-back Marcos Alonso, the Spaniard has played no part for Chelsea this season as he is trying to finalise a move to Barcelona.
      Latest odds

      Leeds to win 9/2
      Draw 10/3
      Chelsea to win 1/2

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      What is Oleksandr Usyk’s weight?

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      OLEKSANDR USYK’S highly anticipated heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua is just days away – and he has gained a few pounds.Videos have surfaced showing the unified world champion looking the biggest he has even been during his career.
      Oleksandr Usyk has put on some extra pounds for his iconic clash with Anthony JoshuaCredit: Matchroom Boxing
      Which led fans to thinking the same question of how much does Usyk weigh?
      Find out below…
      What is Oleksandr Usyk’s weight?
      There have been a lot of conflicting reports on Oleksandr Usyk’s true weight going into this iconic clash in Saudi Arabia.
      Reports suggest that the Ukrainian machine currently weighs at 100kg which converts into approximately 220 pounds.
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      However, British star Amir Khan claims that the southpaw boxer has put on a staggering 15kg since his previous encounter with Joshua.
      Which would see Usyk’s weight shoot up to a total of 254lbs – a stone heavier than what AJ weighed in their first clash last September.
      What did Amir Khan say about Oleksandr Usyk’s weight?
      Amir Khan confirmed Usyk’s weight gain was true when quizzed about it by talkSPORT.
      The former champion replied: “Yeah it’s true.
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      “I think I must have told that secret to someone and then that went into the media.
      “He looked in great shape. He looked a lot bigger and lot thicker. Some people put on weight and they’re a bit soft still, he was solid. Honestly, he felt strong, and he put the weight on well.
      “He says he’s put on 15 kilos of muscle since the last fight. Now is that going to slow him down? I don’t think so. I’ve seen him shadow boxing, seen him on the pads, he looked really quick, great footwork he has.”
      When is Joshua vs Usyk 2?

      Joshua vs Usyk 2 will take place on Saturday, August 20.
      The fight is going to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
      It is set to be a late one for UK viewers, with 10.54pm revealed as the approximate start time.

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      Premier League top scorers 2022/23: Who is leading the race for the Golden Boot?

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      THE Premier League Golden Boot award is always hotly contested between the best strikers in the top flight and this year will be no different.Last year, Mohamed Salah and Son Heung-min shared the award with legends such as Thierry Henry, Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane previously scooping the prize.
      Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah won the Golden Boot with Son Heung-min last seasonCredit: Getty
      Who are the favourites to win the Premier League Golden Boot?
      Once again, Liverpool superstar Salah is expected to be right at the top of the standings but he will face fierce competition.
      New Manchester City signing Erling Haaland, Tottenham’s Harry Kane and Son Heung-min as well as Gabriel Jesus at Arsenal are all candidates to net the most.
      Liverpool also brought in Darwin Nunez and Ronaldo is a sure bet to score plenty at an underperforming Manchester United.
      Outsiders for the gong are the likes of Callum Wilson at Newcastle, Raheem Sterling at Chelsea and Jamie Vardy at Leicester.
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      Premier League top scorers 2022/23
      As of Tuesday, August 16
      Name – Club – Goals – Assists

      Rodrigo – Leeds – 3 – 0
      Gabriel Jesus – Arsenal – 2 – 2
      Erling Haaland – Man City – 2 – 1
      Josh DaSilva – Brentford – 2 – 0
      Pascal Gross – Brighton – 2 – 0
      Gabriel Martinelli – Arsenal – 2 – 0
      Aleksandar Mitrovic – Fulham – 2 – 0
      Kevin De Bruyne – Man City – 1 – 2
      Ivan Toney – Brentford – 1 – 2
      Darwin Nunez – Liverpool – 1 – 2
      Phil Foden – Man City – 1 – 2
      Mathias Jensen – Brentford – 1 – 2
      Dejan Kulusevski – Tottenham – 1 – 2
      James Maddison – Leicester – 1 – 2
      Granit Xhaka – Arsenal 1 – 2

      Leeds star Rodrigo leads the way after two gameweeks in the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Who scored in the Premier League in Gameweek 2?
      Gabriel Jesus made a big impact as Arsenal beat Leicester 4-2.The former Manchester City forward was on target twice and provided two assists to his teammates.
      The man at the top of the standings at this early stage of the season is Leeds star Rodrigo.
      He netted twice in the 2-2 draw with Southampton to add to his goal in the opening week.
      It was a quiet week for Erling Haaland despite City putting Bournemouth to the sword in a 4-0 hammering.
      Instead, it was Kevin de Bruyne on target and scoring his first goal of the campaign.
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      Who has previously won the Premier League Golden Boot?

      1992/93 – Terry Sheringham (Tottenham), 22 goals
      1993/94 – Andy Cole (Newcastle), 34 goals
      1994/95 – Alan Shearer (Blackburn), 34 goals
      1995/96 – Alan Shearer (Blackburn), 31 goals
      1996/97 – Alan Shearer (Newcastle), 25 goals
      1997/98 – Chris Sutton (Blackburn), Dion Dublin (Coventry), Michael Owen (Liverpool), 18 goals
      1998/99 – Michael Owen (Liverpool), Dwight Yorke (Man Utd), Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink (Leeds), 18 goals
      1999/00 – Kevin Phillips (Sunderland), 30 goals
      2000/01 – Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink (Chelsea), 23 goals
      2001/02 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 24 goals
      2002/03 – Ruud van Nistelrooy (Man Utd), 25 goals
      2003/04 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 30 goals
      2004/05 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 25 goals
      2005/06 – Thierry Henry (Arsenal), 27 goals
      2006/07 – Didier Drogba (Chelsea), 20 goals

      Cristiano Ronaldo was the Premier League’s top goalscorer in the 2007/08 seasonCredit: Reuters

      2007/08 – Cristiano Ronaldo (Man Utd), 31 goals
      2008/09 – Nicolas Anelka (Chelsea), 19 goals
      2009/10 – Didier Drogba (Chelsea), 29 goals
      2010/11 – Carlos Tevez (Man City), Dimitar Berbatov (Man Utd), 20 goals
      2011/12 – Robin van Persie (Arsenal), 30 goals
      2012/13 – Robin van Persie (Man Utd), 26 goals
      2013/14 – Luis Suarez (Liverpool), 31 goals
      2014/15 – Sergio Aguero (Man City), 26 goals
      2015/16 – Harry Kane (Tottenham), 25 goals
      2016/17 – Harry Kane (Tottenham), 29 goals
      2017/18 – Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), 32 goals
      2018/19 – Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal), Sadio Mane (Liverpool), Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), 22 goals
      2019/20 – Jamie Vardy (Leicester), 23 goals
      2020/21 – Harry Kane (Tottenham), 23 goals
      2021/22 – Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Son Heung-min (Tottenham), 23 goals

      What Son said after sharing Golden Boot with Salah
      After sharing the 2021/22 award with Salah of Liverpool, Tottenham’s Son was ecstatic.
      He said: “Even Lucas [Moura] who came on, Stevie [Steven Bergwijn], H [Kane], Eric [Dier], Ben [Davies].
      “Every player was next to me and said, ‘Sonny you’ve got to do this, you believe and you will get another chance’. Finally I scored and I scored second goal, it was just incredible.
      The Golden Boot was shared by Son Heung-min and Mohamed Salah last seasonCredit: PA
      “Today I missed the easiest chances but I scored one of the toughest chances.
      “I’m very happy and I’m really, really grateful for the team that they helped me a lot, especially all season but this game today [Sunday], after 3-0 everyone was just like ‘Go on Son, go on Son! You got to do this, you deserve this’.
      “I was really appreciative and that’s why I was pushing myself as well.” More

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      Oleksandr Usyk haircut: What is an oseledets and what does it symbolise in Ukraine?

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      OLEKSANDR USYK is looking to retain his heavyweight belts as he takes on Anthony Joshua in a huge rematch in Saudi Arabia.But the formerly shaven-headed Ukrainian has a new look as he aims to bring a much needed boost to his country following the Russian invasion.
      Oleksandr Usyk turned up to his pre-fight press conference with Anthony Joshua sporting a traditional Ukrainian Cossack haircutCredit: Alamy
      Attending pre-fight press conferences, Usyk sported a single lock of hair on his otherwise fully-shaved head, a style known as an osedelets.
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      What does Oleksandr Usyk’s haircut symbolise?
      The osedelets is the traditional haircut of the Cossacks, a warrior people from South and East Ukraine and parts of Russia.
      In Russia, it is often referred to as a khokhol and used as a derogatory term for Ukrainians.
      Despite being shaven-headed when he beat Anthony Joshua in 2021, Usyk has fought on many previous occasions with an osedelets.
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      Usyk also had the osedelets during the London 2012 Olympic GamesCredit: AFP – Getty
      This includes the day he won the heavyweight gold medal at the London 2012 Olympics, one day before Joshua would become super-heavyweight Olympic champion.
      Then, he said: “You should know that Cossack oseledets haircut and hopak on the ring are not simply part of image for me, they are a tribute to our history and culture.”
      The hopak is a traditional Cossack dance which Usyk also performed after beating Joshua at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
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      Where did the osedelets originate?
      Halfshaven haircuts are believed to have been adopted by the Vikings from the Slavic people they conquered when they captured Kyiv in the 10th Century and created Kievan Rus, the state which would become both today’s Ukraine and Russia.
      They enjoyed such popularity among Viking peoples that William the Conqueror is seen with a similar hairstyle in the Bayeux Tapestry depicting the victory of the Normans at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
      Usyk talking to the media in the build-up to the fight in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
      The osedelets in its current form was adopted by Ukrainian Cossacks in the 16th Century, who would leave a long central strip which was often braided or tied in a topknot, on top of a shaven head.
      It was repopularised in the early 20th Century among Ukrainian nationalists before being suppressed during Stalin’s rule.
      It would then make another comeback with Ukraine’s independence in the 1990s.
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      Tottenham vs Wolves: TV channel, live stream, team news and kick-off time for Premier League match

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      TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR will be eager to put Saturday evening’s antics behind them when they welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers to North London on the weekend.Harry Kane’s last-gasp header secured Spurs a point against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
      Harry Kane’s stoppage time header rescued a point for Spurs against ChelseaCredit: Reuters
      Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel let their emotions get the best of them at full timeCredit: Rex
      But Antonio Conte’s bust-up with Blues boss Thomas Tuchel after the final whistle stole the headlines in what was a thrilling London derby.
      However, both managers received a red card for the altercation which means that Conte will be forced to cheer his team on against Wolves from the stands.
      And this situation has come at the worst possible time as Bruno Lage will be eager for his West Midlands outfit to put an end to their winless Premier League start.
      What time does Tottenham vs Wolves kick off?

      Tottenham entertain Wolves on Saturday, August 20.
      It is scheduled for the lunchtime kick-off slot which is 12:30pm UK time.
      The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London is the designated venue for this match and it can hold around 62,850 fans.
      Wolves stunned Spurs when the sides last met in February at this same ground.

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      What TV channel is Tottenham vs Wolves on and can I live stream it?

      Tottenham vs Wolves will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      The build-up is expected to commence from 11:30am UK time – one hour before kick-off.
      Subscription members of BT Sport have the option to the stream the entire action live via the BT sport website or BT Sport app.

      Team news
      Antonio Conte will be delighted to be a couple of players away from having a full-strength squad.
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      However, Oliver Skipp’s hairline fracture on his heel is expected to keep the midfield maestro out.
      Whilst summer signing Clement Lenglet’s adductor issue continues to cause him trouble and will need to be assessed ahead of the match.
      Elsewhere, Wolves boss Bruno Lage will more than likely be without talisman Raul Jimenez and Chiquinho yet again.
      But there could be a return for Joao Moutinho who picked up a knock against Leeds on the opening day.
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      Tottenham to win 1/3
      Draw 4/1
      Wolves to win 8/1

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