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      Crystal Palace vs Arsenal: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for TONIGHT’S Premier League opener

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      ALL eyes will be on Arsenal as they begin the Premier League season against Crystal Palace tonight – and they will NOT want a repeat of the last year.The Gunners were humiliated by Brentford on the opening day of the 2021/22 campaign.
      Arsenal were beaten on the opening day of last season by London rivals BrentfordCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Oleksandr Zinchenko joined in with Gabriel Jesus’ hattrick celebrations against SevillaCredit: Getty
      And they were bottom of the table by the first international break with NINE goals conceded and ZERO scored.
      However, hope has been restored amongst the Arsenal camp as summer signings Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko will hope to hit the ground running in their Premier League debuts for the club.
      But the North London outfit have only beaten Crystal Palace three times in their last ten encounters.
      What time does Crystal Palace vs Arsenal kick off?

      Crystal Palace will be rolling out the red carpet for Arsenal tonight – Friday, August 5.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
      Selhurst Park in South London will host the first game of the new Premier League season and it can hold around 25,000 fans.
      Palace dismantled the Gunners 3-0 when the London rivals met towards the end of last season.

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

      Crystal Palace vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
      Pre-match coverage will commence from 6:30pm UK time on both channels.
      Subscription holders of Sky Sports also have the option to stream the entire action live via the Sky Go app and Sky Sports website.

      Can I listen to Crystal Palace vs Arsenal?
      Yes you can. The Premier League’s big opener will be broadcast live on talkSPORT.
      talkSPORT begin their GameDay coverage from 7pm.
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      Team news
      Patrick Vieira seems to be having goalkeeper troubles ahead of the huge opening clash against his former side as a player.
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      Jack Butland’s broken hand has ruled him out of the clash but Sam Johnstone is close to recovering from his thigh problem.
      Mikel Arteta has been forced to be without the quartet of Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Fabio Vieira and Emile Smith Rowe.
      But the Arsenal boss confirmed after the thrashing on Sevilla, that ‘most’ of them will be ready.
      Arteta said: “They’ll have to go through what they need to this week and then hopefully we’ll have them available.
      “They are lacking minutes but we’ll have to build that up like any other injury that we get during the season.”
      Latest odds

      Crystal Palace to win 17/5
      Draw 27/10
      Arsenal to win 5/6

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      What is the TV football blackout law in the UK and why does it exist?

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      THERE’S nothing more frustrating than finding out the team you support is being broadcasted live on TV – unless they lose of course.The TV football blackout law was introduced before the inception of the Premier League in 1992.
      Chelsea vs Liverpool in 2012 was the first FA Cup final to be moved from 3pm to 5:15pmCredit: EPA
      But it is a rule which is currently only being implemented in the United Kingdom.
      Find out more on the TV football black out law below…
      What is the TV football blackout law?
      The football blackout law is a rule which means that prohibits any Premier League, Football League or FA Cup side from being broadcasted on live television between 2:45pm and 5:15pm.
      Which is a rule that mostly affects 3pm Saturday kick-offs as they all fall between the blackout time restriction.
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      Games can still go ahead at those times but they are forbidden from being shown on TV in the UK.
      Why is there a TV football blackout law?
      Former Burnley chairman Bob Lord convinced Football League chairmen in the 1960s that televised matches on Saturday afternoons would have a negative impact on the attendance of lower league matches.
      For example if the North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur was to be televised during that time, fans of lower division teams could prefer to watch that live instead.
      And this would ultimately reduced the income of lower league football which is why the blackout law still exists more than 40 years on.
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      Has the TV football blackout law ever been broken?
      Up until 2012, the FA Cup final was an exception to the TV blackout law but it has now been moved from 3pm to 5pm.
      However Brighton & Hove Albion’s encounter with Arsenal was the first Saturday 3pm Premier League game broadcasted as part of ‘Project Restart’ following the pandemic in 2020. More

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      How many substitutions can Premier League teams make this season and how do the intervals work?

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      WITH a new Premier League season comes a fresh sense of hope – but it has also meant some rule changes too.Clubs in England’s top division have voted in favour to increase the amount of substitutions allocated in a match.
      Premier League sides are allowed to make more subs in the 2022/23 seasonCredit: Getty
      But how many subs have been granted and what does it mean for the stoppages in play?
      How many substitutions can Premier League teams make this season?
      Premier League teams have agreed to five substitutes being permitted during each match in the upcoming season.
      This was a rule that was introduced back in May 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic but the league reverted back to three subs in the 2020/21 campaign.
      Ten-top flight clubs were reportedly against re-introducing the rule as they claimed that it would be a huge disadvantage to the smaller sides.
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      However the chair of the Professional Footballers Association Maheta Molango believes that having five subs in place ensures players get a chance to recover properly between matches.
      How will the intervals work?
      A total of nine substitutes can be named on the bench by either side and five substitutes can be introduced during the match.
      But clubs have to make their five subs in just three intervals and CANNOT stop the game five times to make their changes.
      However, there will be an additional opportunity to make a switch at half-time and concussion subs will still be allowed.
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      What has been said?
      PFA chief executive Maheta Molango further highlighted how the extra changes would help players fatigue issues.
      Molango said: “When meeting our members, the most common issue they want to discuss is the impact of fixture congestion.
      “It’s clear to me that the number of games being played is directly affecting players’ health and wellbeing.
      “The adoption of this rule is a welcome step forward in what needs to be an ongoing effort to address issues with player fatigue, making sure they have the opportunity to perform at their best and to maintain the competitive edge that makes English football the best in the world.” More

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      What Premier League games are on TV this weekend?

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      GRAB your popcorn football lovers as the Premier League returns TONIGHT – and they’ll be plenty to feast your eyes on at the click of a button.Arsenal face a second consecutive opening away day trip in London when they take on Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
      Manchester City pipped Liverpool to the Premier League title last seasonCredit: AFP
      Whilst West Ham roll out the red carpet for the current holders Manchester City.
      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 five games being shown live on television this weekend.
      Friday August 5

      Saturday August 6

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      Sunday August 7

      Fans in the US can head to Peacock to stream all of the above matches.
      What other fixtures are happening this weekend?
      Saturday August 6

      Bournemouth vs Aston Villa – 2pm (UK)
      Leeds United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – 3pm (UK)
      Newcastle United vs Nottingham Forest – 3pm (UK)
      Tottenham Hotspur vs Southampton – 3pm (UK)

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      Sunday August 7

      Leicester City vs Brentford – 2pm (UK) More

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      Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for heavyweight clash

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      JOE JOYCE and Joseph Parker finally have a date pencilled in for their big heavyweight clash later this year. The pair were on course to battle in the summer but contract talks broke down.
      Joe Joyce stopped Christian Hammer in his last fightCredit: Reuters
      Joseph Parker beat Derek Chisora on points last DecemberCredit: PA
      Parker has since signed with Boxxer and Sky Sports, while Joyce is still contracted to Frank Warren and Queensberry.
      But with promotional differences cast aside, Joyce and Parker have signed on the dotted line for a big autumn fight.
      Parker hasn’t fought since a unanimous decision win over Derek Chisora last December, while Joyce stopped Christian Hammer last month.
      With both men after world title shots, the stakes don’t get much higher in the heavyweight division.

      When is Joyce vs Parker?

      Joyce is set to clash with Parker on Saturday, September 24.
      The clash will take place at the AO Arena in Manchester.
      Ring-walks for the main event can be expected to get underway from around 10.30pm UK time.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Joyce vs Parker will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office in the UK.
      A price for the event has yet to be determined but it’s expected the fight will cost fans £19.95.
      You can live stream the clash from the BT Sport Box Office app, which is available for download onto your mobile and tablet device.

      Joyce vs Parker undercard
      There has yet to be any details on the undercard for Joyce vs Parker.
      Stay tuned to SunSport for all the details as we get them.
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      What has been said?
      Joyce said: “This fight has been a long time in the making.
      “Parker realised he had nowhere else to go and eventually had to take this fight. No 1 vs No 2.
      “The winner goes on to fight for the world title! It’s going to be a cracking fight and you will see why he tried so hard to avoid me!”
      Parker added: “On Saturday, September 24th, the fans in Manchester will see the very best of me. And Joe Joyce will see exactly why I will become the heavyweight champion of the world again with BOXXER.
      “I am working hard with my trainer Andy Lee, everything is going smoothly and I truly feel great.
      “I have waited patiently to get this fight on and let me tell you now, the Juggernaut’s journey ends right here. He has nowhere to run.” More

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      Is Leicester vs Brentford on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for Premier League opener

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      LEICESTER CITY kick off their 2022/23 Premier League campaign with a home fixture against London opposition Brentford.There could be some moans and groans around the stadium as the Foxes are the ONLY side to have not signed a single player in all the top English leagues.
      James Maddison inspired Leicester’s narrow 2-1 win over Brentford in MarchCredit: Getty
      Brentford embarrassed Arsenal on the opening day of last seasonCredit: Rex
      Plus, clubs are circling some of Leicester’s prized assets such as Wesley Fofana, James Maddison and Youri Tielemans this summer.
      Also, the match itself won’t be easy in the slightest as the Bees will be eager to replicate their opening performance from last season when they humiliated Arsenal.
      However, the Foxes took all six points off Thomas Frank’s team in their recent encounters which will give Brendan Rodgers’ men a lot of hope.
      What time does Leicester vs Brentford kick off?

      Leicester City will be entertaining Brentford on Sunday, August 7.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 2pm UK time.
      King Power Stadium in Leicester is the allocated arena for this Premier League fixture and it can hold around 32,312 fans.
      The Foxes scraped a 2-1 victory when these sides last met in March this year.

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      What TV channel is Leicester vs Brentford on and can I live stream it?

      Unfortunately, Leicester City vs Brentford will NOT be broadcast live on television in the UK.

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      Team news
      Brendon Rodgers will be sweating over the fitness of midfield maestro Wilfried Ndidi who suffered a twisted ankle with less than half way of last season to go.
      And full-back Ryan Bertrand who has been having knee troubles since Boxing Day in 2021.
      Not to mention this will be Leicester’s first Premier League season in 12 years without legendary goal keeper Kasper Schmeichel.
      But the Leicester boss revealed that Hamza Choudhury has returned to training so he could be in line for a start against Brentford.
      Elsewhere, the Bees boss Thomas Frank will be buzzing to have Christian Norgaard back amongst the first team having missed so much of pre-season with a muscular injury.
      Frank also mentioned that Noorgard will start in their opening game against Leicester.
      However, Brentford are set to be without the trio of Sergi Canos, Ethan Pinnock and Kristoffe Ajer.
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      Latest odds

      Leicester to win 19/20
      Draw 13/5
      Brentford 5/2

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      Is Bournemouth vs Aston Villa on TV? Channel, live stream, kick-off time, team news for Premier League game

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      BOURNEMOUTH once again return to Premier League action this Saturday when they host Steven Gerrard’s Aston Villa on home soil.The Cherries secured automatic promotion from the Championship with a 1-0 over Nottingham Forest at the beginning of May.
      Bournemouth secured promotion with a gruelling win over Nottingham ForestCredit: Getty
      Steven Gerrard continued his Aston Villa rebuild with the signing of Boubacar KamaraCredit: Getty
      Which also meant that Scott Parker’s side had only been out of England’s top division for one season after being relegated in 2019/20.
      However, Bournemouth find themselves a tricky test in Steven Gerrard’s new and improved Aston Villa side.
      But the Cherries will have confidence as they done the double over Villa in their most recent Premier League campaign.
      What time does Bournemouth vs Aston Villa kick off?

      Bournemouth’s return to the Premier League against Aston Villa will take place on Saturday, August 6.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 3pm UK time.
      Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth is the chosen arena for this clash and it can hold approximately 11,379 supporters.
      A 44th minute strike from former defender Nathan Ake turned out to be the difference maker when the sides last met in 2020.

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      Is Bournemouth vs Aston Villa on TV and can I live stream it?

      Unfortunately, Bournemouth vs Aston Villa will NOT be broadcasted live on television in the UK.
      This is due to the football blackout laws which prevents matches from being shown live between 2:45pm-5:15pm.
      However fans overseas in the United States can stream the entire action on Peacock.

      Team news
      Bournemouth fans will have to be a little more patient before seeing summer signings Ryan Fredericks and Joe Rothwell as Scott Parker confirmed that they are both still recovering from minor knocks.
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      The Cherries boss said: “He [Rotherwell] did a sprint and just felt something in his quad. He won’t be ready for the start of the season.
      “Ryan Fredericks is on the grass again. Again, next weekend comes a bit too quick for him, but he is on the right track.”
      But former Middlesbrough winger Marcus Tavernier will be eager to impress on the flanks for Bournemouth.
      Meanwhile, Steven Gerrard faces some problems of his own as Ezri Konsa and Kortney Hause are likely to miss their Premier League opener whilst Carney Chukwuemeka is all set to join Chelsea.
      However, Leon Bailey is fit and firing again having featured in all five pre-season fixtures.
      And summer signing Boubacar Kamara is also in contention to feature in his first competitive fixture for Villa.
      Latest odds

      Bournemouth to win 27/10
      Draw 5/2
      Aston Villa to win 21/20

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      Who is Mikel Arteta’s wife Lorena Bernal? Miss World candidate, CSI: Miami actress and Arsenal manager’s partner

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      LORENA BERNAL is the wife of Arsenal’s new manager Mikel Arteta.The hugely talented model speaks three languages and has also made her name as an actor and television host.
      Lorena was born in San Miguel de Tucaman, ArgentinaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Who is Lorena Bernal?
      Lorena was born on May 12, 1981 in Tucuman, Argentina – but she moved to San Sebastian in Spain at the age of one.
      But she was on the move again, this time to America to begin working as a model at seven years old.
      The brunette beauty has since worked as a TV host and actress in Spain and in America, featuring on Chuck and CSI: Miami.
      The model can speak French, Spanish and English.
      Mikel Arteta is the current Arsenal managerCredit: Splash

      Did she win the Miss World competition?
      She was named Miss Spain 1999 at the age of 17.
      But she could not represent herself in the Miss Universe because of her age.
      The model then went to Miss World where she came in the top ten.
      She has starred in several TV series in Spain and the United StatesCredit: Getty – Contributor
      When did she get married to Mikel Arteta and do they have any children?
      She met the former Arsenal star in 2002 and claims that she did not know he was a footballer when they first met.
      After dating for six years, the couple got married in Mallorca, Spain in 2010.
      The pair have three sons together: Gabriel, Daniel and Oliver.

      Is she on social media?
      As you would expect with not only a model and actress, but also the wife of a well-known sports star – Lorena has built up a tidy following.
      She has over 34,300 followers on Instagram, where she regularly posts photoshoots, family life and destinations she has visited.
      The model is also on Twitter with over 19k followers, but does not keep as updated on that platform. More