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      Aston Villa vs Everton: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Premier League clash

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      ASTON VILLA and Everton clash this weekend in the Premier League’s early kick-off in what’s sure to be an entertaining affair. Not only are both sides in need of a win, having lost their opening games of the season last week, there’s a separate rivalry brewing.
      Frank Lampard’s Everton lost to Chelsea on the opening day of the seasonCredit: AP
      Steven Gerrard’s Villa will face Frank Lampard’s Everton this weekendCredit: Getty
      Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard, midfield foes and England team-mates throughout their playing careers, will meet for the first time as managers.
      Lampard’s Everton lost their opening day clash with Chelsea 1-0 while Gerrard’s Villans were defeated 2-0 by newly-promoted Bournemouth.
      Liverpool legend Gerrard will also be desperate to pick up a big win over the Toffees he already beat as Villa boss last season.
      But the visitors won’t make it easy for them.

      What time does Aston Vill vs Everton kick-off?

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Aston Villa vs Everton will be shown live on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport Ultimate.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Team news
      Ben Godfrey faces a long spell on the sidelines after his leg break in the clash with Chelsea last week.
      Yerry Mina is looking at some time on the treatment table too, so new centre-back signing Conor Coady could get a start straight away.
      Rondon could also be recalled up top for Lampard, now that he’s served his suspension from last season.
      Leon Bailey could come out of the Villa XI for Gerrard, with Emiliano Buendia looking a solid option to start from the off.
      Odds

      Aston Villa – 4/5
      Draw – 13/5
      Everton – 18/5

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      Is Southampton vs Leeds on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time, team news for Premier League clash

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      LEEDS travel to Southampton buoyed from their opening weekend triumph over Wolves.Southampton, meanwhile, began with a 4-1 loss at Tottenham Hotspur.
      Leeds kicked off with a stunning win over Wolves
      Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl is expecting an “intense” game against Leeds at St Mary’s.
      Hasenhuttl said: “We know we need a reaction against a committed team.
      “We expect an intense game. We have to be prepared for a tough one.
      “They’re a very committed team with a similar style to us. The 4-2-2-2 is something they have built up and you see all their behaviours are there to be dangerous in this shape. They’ve done well in the summer to bring new players in.”
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      When is Leeds vs Southampton?
      Leeds vs Southampton takes place on Saturday, August 13.
      The match kicks off at 3pm.
      St Mary’s Stadium plays host.
      Is Leeds vs Southampton on TV?
      Leeds vs Southampton will not be broadcast live in the UK.
      This is because the kick-off time falls between the football blackout rule which prohibits any Premier League, Football League or FA Cup side from being broadcast on live television between 2.45pm and 5.15pm on a Saturday.
      What are the odds?
      Southampton to win 5/4
      Draw 5/2
      Leeds to win 21/10
      Odds via Betfair
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      Is Brighton vs Newcastle on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time, team news for Premier League clash

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      BRIGHTON host Newcastle this weekend with both clubs buzzing after securing impressive wins in their opening Premier League matches.The Seagulls downed Manchester United 2-1 while Newcastle beat newly promoted Nottingham Forest 2-0.
      Graham Potter celebrates Brighton’s win at Man Utd
      And Brighton boss Graham Potter was quick to praise the work of ex-Red Devils striker Danny Welbeck in the Old Trafford win.
      Potter said: “I thought he was amazing. He is really enjoying his football.
      “He has had his best pre-season since we’ve been working together. You could see the danger he poses to players at this level.
      “It was fantastic. What impressed me about the team was there was a lot of responsibility out on the pitch.”
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      When is Brighton vs Newcastle?
      Brighton vs Newcastle takes place on Saturday, August 13.
      The match kicks off at 3pm.
      Brighton’s Amex Stadium plays host.
      Is Brighton vs Newcastle on TV?
      Brighton vs Newcastle will not be broadcast live in the UK.
      This is because the kick-off time falls between the football blackout rule which prohibits any Premier League, Football League or FA Cup side from being broadcast on live television between 2.45pm and 5.15pm on a Saturday.
      What are the Brighton vs Newcastle odds?
      Brighton to win 29/20
      Draw 9/4
      Newcastle to win 2/1
      Odds via Betfair
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      Is Wolves vs Fulham on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time, team news for Premier League clash

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      FULHAM take on Wolves this weekend having come tantalisingly close to shocking Liverpool in their season opener.Aleksandar Mitrovic scored twice before Mo Salah tapped home with 10 minutes remaining to rescue the 2-2 draw at Craven Cottage.
      Aleksandar Mitrovic is already off the mark for Fulham this season
      Wolves, meanwhile, suffered a 2-1 defeat at Leeds United and have since loaned out defender Conor Coady to Everton.
      Coady said: “I’ve got to be honest, I didn’t like being sat on the bench at Leeds.
      “I did my best getting behind the lads, I was talking, but it didn’t feel right, I didn’t like it.
      “At 29-years-old, I want to be playing football.”
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      When is Fulham vs Wolves?
      Wolves vs Fulham takes place on Saturday, August 13.
      The match kicks off at 3pm.
      Molineux Stadium plays host.
      Is Fulham vs Wolves on TV?
      Wolves vs Fulham will not be broadcast live in the UK.
      This is because the kick-off time falls between the football blackout rule which prohibits any Premier League, Football League or FA Cup side from being broadcast on live television between 2.45pm and 5.15pm on a Saturday.
      What are the odds?
      Wolves to win 13/10
      Draw 23/10
      Fulham to win 11/5
      Odds via Betfair
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      Is Man City vs Bournemouth on TV? Live stream, kick-off time, team news for Premier League tie

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      MANCHESTER CITY will look to build on their opening day victory when they welcome Bournemouth to the Etihad THIS SATURDAY.The Citizens comfortably cruised to a 2-0 win against West Ham in East London.
      Erling Haaland’s double sealed all three points for Man City against West HamCredit: Rex
      Bournemouth got their Premier League return off to the perfect startCredit: Rex
      And summer signing Erling Haaland was star of the show as the Norwegian netted both goals for City.
      But life may not be so rosy for Haaland this time round as Bournemouth will be full of confidence having thumped Aston Villa on match-day one.
      However, the Cherries have NEVER beaten Manchester City since data has been recorded.
      What time does Manchester City vs Bournemouth kick off?

      Manchester City roll out the red carpet for Bournemouth on Saturday, August 14.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 3pm UK time.
      Etihad Stadium in Manchester will be the allocated arena for this encounter which can hold around 55,097.
      City sent Bournemouth crashing out of the League Cup when the sides last met in 2020.

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      Is Manchester City vs Bournemouth on TV and can I live stream it?

      Unfortunately, Manchester City’s encounter with Bournemouth will NOT be broadcasted live on TV in the UK.
      This is due to the football TV blackout law in the UK.
      However subscription members of Premier Player HD can stream the entire action live through livesocccertv.com.

      Team news
      Pep Guardiola currently has no fresh injury concerns ahead of Manchester City’s clash with Bournemouth.
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      However, the Citizens boss is likely to still be without Aymeric Laporte who had to undergo knee surgery.
      Meanwhile, Bournemouth boss Scott Parker will be hopeful of giving summer signing Ryan Fredericks some minutes as he has been suffering with a calf injury.
      However, the other two new recruits Joe Rothwell and David Brooks are in need of a little longer.
      Latest odds

      Man City to win 1/16
      Draw 12/1
      Bournemouth to win 40/1

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      Liverpool vs Crystal Palace: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Premier League clash

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      LIVERPOOL will be eager to get their first three points of the season when they welcome Crystal Palace to Anfield on Monday.Two goals from Aleksandr Mitrovic saw Fulham come agonisingly close to pulling off a early surprise defeat this Premier League campaign.
      Mo Salah and Darwin Nunez both got on the score sheet against FulhamCredit: Alamy
      Crystal Palace were beaten by London rivals Arsenal on the opening dayCredit: Getty
      But summer signing Darwin Nunez and talisman Mo Salah were on hand to rescue the points for the Reds.
      And now, Liverpool roll out the red carpet for a Palace side who were defeated by Arsenal on match-day one.
      Not only that but the Eagles have failed to record a victory over the Reds since 2017.
      What time does Liverpool vs Crystal Palace kick off?

      Liverpool entertain Crystal Palace on Monday, August 15.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
      Anfield in Liverpool will be the designated arena for this match-up which can hold approximately 53,394 spectators.
      Jurgen Klopp’s men ran out 3-1 winners when the clubs last met in January.

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      What TV channel is Liverpool vs Crystal Palace on can I live stream it?

      Liverpool vs Crystal Palace will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Pre-match build up is scheduled to commence from 7pm UK time – one hour before kick-off.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports have the option to the stream the entire active live via the Sky Sports website or Sky Go app.

      Team news
      Jurgen Klopp’s injury crisis continues with Thiago hobbling off in Liverpool’s opening 2-2 draw with Fulham.
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      The Reds boss will also continue to be without Diogo Jota, Curtis Jones, Ibrahima Konate, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Caoimhin Kelleher.
      However, Naby Keita appears to have recovered from his minor illness and Konstantinos Tsimikas is in line to return against the Cottagers.
      Meanwhile, Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira has no fresh injury concerns ahead of this mouth-watering match with Liverpool.
      But Jack Butland, James McArthur, James Tomkins and Michael Olise all remain out.
      Latest odds

      Liverpool to win 2/11
      Draw 11/2
      Crystal Palace to win 14/1

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      Chelsea vs Tottenham: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, and team news for Premier League derby

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      FORMER Chelsea manager Antonio Conte takes his Tottenham side to Stamford Bridge in a big test of the progress they have made.Spurs were impressive on opening day as they hammered Southampton 4-1 in North London.
      Jorginho scored the only goal in Chelsea’s 1-0 win at EvertonCredit: Reuters
      Richarlison will expect to start for Spurs at Stamford BridgeCredit: PA
      Chelsea were less so at Everton away, but did just enough to earn a 1-0 victory over Frank Lampard’s side.
      This is, however, a fixture that Chelsea can always go into with confidence having lost just once at home to Tottenham since 1986.
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      What time does Chelsea vs Tottenham kick off?

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

      Chelsea vs Tottenham is live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.
      Coverage commences at 4pm, after the conclusion of Nottingham Forest vs West Ham.
      To stream the game live, head to Sky Go or Now TV.

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      Team news
      New signing Kalidou Koulibaly should be fit to return for Chelsea against Tottenham after going off in discomfort against Everton.
      Thomas Tuchel confirmed after the match that the Senegal captain simply had cramp and a longer layoff was not expected.
      £62m signing Marc Cucurella came on at the end of the game at Goodison and performed competently, so could be in for a start against Spurs.
      Richarlison is likely to make his Tottenham debut after serving a one-match suspension for picking up a flare when he scored for Everton, ironically, against Chelsea.
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      Latest odds
      Chelsea 6/5
      Draw 12/5
      Tottenham 21/10
      *Odds from Betfair correct as of Wednesday, August 10 More

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      Carabao Cup 2022/23 second round draw: Ball numbers CONFIRMED, start time, live stream, TV channel

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      BRACE yourselves football lovers as the Carabao Cup draw is happening TONIGHT – and some Premier League sides will be in the mix.Liverpool pipped Chelsea to the trophy last campaign following a gruelling penalty shoot-out.
      It took Liverpool penalties for them to beat Chelsea in the Carabao Cup finalCredit: Reuters
      However, neither side will enter the frame at this stage having both qualified for Europe.
      But there will be 13 other top-flight teams for the lower league participants to sink their teeth into.
      Find out more about the Carabao Cup draw below…
      When is the Carabao Cup draw?
      The Carabao Cup draw is set to take place TONIGHT – Wednesday, August 10.
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      It is scheduled to get underway after the conclusion of Sheffield Wednesday’s encounter with Sunderland – approximately 10pm UK time.
      Ex-footballers Michael Gray and Clinton Morrison are expected to conduct the draw alongside host Mark Chapman.
      Will the Carabao Cup draw be on TV and can I live stream it?
      Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football will broadcast the action live in the UK.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports have the option to stream the entire draw live via the Sky Go app or the Sky Sports website.
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      Carabao Cup key dates
      Below are all of the important dates for this year’s Carabao Cup:

      2nd Round: Aug. 23-25
      3rd Round (Rd of 32): Nov. 8-10
      4th Round (Rd of 16): Dec. 20-22
      Quarter-finals: Jan. 10-12
      Semi-finals: Jan. 24-26 (1st leg), Jan. 31-Feb. 2 (2nd leg)
      Final: Sun, Feb. 26

      Will there be extra time?
      Every round in the Carabao Cup leading up to the semi-final will go straight to penalties should the teams finish level after 90 minutes.
      However, the last four is scheduled to play over two legs and extra time will be in effect for the semi-final alongside the final if necessary.
      Second round ball numbers
      North
      1- Aston Villa2 – Barrow3 – Bolton Wanderers4 – Bradford City5 – Burnley6 – Derby County7 – Everton8 – Fleetwood Town9 – Grimsby Town10 – Leeds United11 – Leicester City12 – Lincoln City13 – Morecambe14 – Newcastle United15 – Nottingham Forest16 – Preston North End17 – Rochdale18 – Shrewsbury Town19 – Stockport County20 – Tranmere Rovers21 – Wolverhampton Wanderers22 – Blackburn Rovers or Hartlepool United23 – Middlesbrough or Barnsley24 – Port Vale or Rotherham United25 – Sheffield Wednesday or Sunderland AFC26 – West Bromwich Albion or Sheffield United
      South
      1 – AFC Bournemouth2 – Brentford3 – Brighton & Hove Albion4 – Cambridge United5 – Charlton Athletic6 – Colchester United7 – Crawley Town8 – Crystal Palace9 – Exeter City10 – Forest Green Rovers11 – Fulham12 – Gillingham13 – Milton Keynes Dons14 – Newport County15 – Norwich City16 – Oxford United17 – Portsmouth18 – Southampton19 – Stevenage20 – Walsall21 – Watford22 – Wycombe Wanderers23 – Coventry City or Bristol City24 – Plymouth Argyle or Peterborough United More