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      Brighton vs Chelsea: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for Graham Potter’s AMEX return

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      GRAHAM POTTER will return to Brighton for the first time since he departed the club to join Chelsea earlier this season.The Seagulls are winless under Potter’s replacement Roberto De Zerbi in the Premier League, with the Italian sure to be keen on a victory over his predecessor.
      Graham Potter and Marc Cucurella will face their former club Brighton this weekendCredit: PA
      Mateo Kovacic scored against RB Salzburg as Chelsea qualified from their Champions League group in midweekCredit: Rex
      Potter, on the other hand, is unbeaten since his arrival at Stamford Bridge and will be looking to build on Chelsea’s good form after securing qualification from the group stages in the Champions League.
      It remains to be seen as to what sort of reception the Englishman will receive upon his return to Brighton, but the match promises to be an entertaining affair.
      When is Brighton vs Chelsea?

      Brighton and Hove Albion host Chelsea on Saturday, October 29.
      The match is scheduled to kick off at 3pm UK time.
      The American Express Community Stadium in Brighton will host the clash and can hold up to 31,800 fans.

      Chelsea beat RB Salzburg to qualify from their group in the Champions LeagueCredit: Rex
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      What TV channel is Brighton vs Chelsea on and can I live stream it?

      Unfortunately, the match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to it being a 3pm kick-off in the Premier League.

      What is the team news?
      Joel Veltman and Adam Lallana face a race against time to return to action for the Seagulls as Kaoru Mitoma remains a doubt.
      Levi Colwill will be unable to feature as a loan player from Chelsea, with Billy Gilmour potentially making an appearance against his former club.
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      Chelsea will be without longer-term absentees N’Golo Kante, Reece James and Wesley Fofana for the trip to Brighton.
      Kalidou Koulibaly is also a doubt after missing Chelsea’s victory in Salzburg in midweek after sustaining a knee injury, with Mateo Kovacic forced off injured in the fixture also.
      Latest Odds

      Brighton to win 19/10
      Draw 23/10
      Chelsea to win 6/4

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      Man Utd vs Sheriff Tiraspol: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for Europa League match

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      MANCHESTER UNITED return to Europa League action against Sheriff with the wind in their sails after recently snatching a point at Stamford Bridge.Former Real Madrid star Casemiro scored a stoppage time header to spoil Chelsea’s party.
      Casemiro scored late on to rescue a point for Manchester United against ChelseaCredit: AFP
      And as a result, United only remain a point off fourth-place Chelsea who both have ambitions of securing a top four spot at the end of the season.
      However, Erik Ten Hag’s side will need more than just a point if they are to stand any chance of qualifying for the knock-out rounds as Group winners.
      But first, they’ll need to navigate their way past a Sheriff side who caused the Red Devils problems in the reverse fixture.
      When is Man Utd vs Sheriff?

      Manchester United entertain Sheriff Tiraspol on Thursday, October 27.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
      Old Trafford in Manchester will be the allocated arena for this match and it can host a staggering 74,310 spectators.
      The Red Devils escaped Moldova with a 2-0 win in the reverse Group E fixture.

      Cristiano Ronaldo got on the scoresheet last time out against SheriffCredit: Getty
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      What TV channel is Man Utd vs Sheriff on and can I live stream it?

      Manchester United vs Sheriff Tiraspol will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      Build up is set to get underway from 7:15pm UK time – 45 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscriptions holders of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      Erik Ten Hag would have been delighted to see Harry Maguire, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Anthony Martial all return to training earlier this week.
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      However, Brandon Williams, Axel Tuenzebe and Donny van de Beek will still require more treatment.
      And in a major blow to club and country, French international Raphael Varane was forced off at Stamford Bridge in tears due to a knee injury.
      Elsewhere, Armel Zohouri will be forced to sit this one out having picked up a red card against Real Sociedad on matchday four.
      But Iyayi Atiemwen and Moussa Kyabou should both return to the fold after serving suspensions of their own last time out.
      Latest odds

      Man Utd to win 1/12
      Draw 19/2
      Sheriff to win 33/1

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      PSV vs Arsenal: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for HUGE Europa League clash

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      ARSENAL will be desperate to get back to winning ways in their Europa League encounter against PSV Eindhoven.Stuart Armstrong’s second half strike saw the Gunners’ winning run go up in smoke at St. Mary’s.
      Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw by SouthamptonCredit: Rex
      And Erling Haaland’s double against Brighton helped Manchester City to close the gap on the league leaders down to just two points.
      However, Mikel Arteta’s side now need to readjust their focus on securing a point against PSV which would see them finish top of Group A with a match to spare.
      But the Dutch giants haven’t lost at home since a disappointing 1-0 defeat in the Champions League play off to Rangers, way back in August.
      When is PSV vs Arsenal?

      PSV Eindhoven roll out the red carpet for Arsenal on Thursday, October 27.
      It is scheduled to kick off a little earlier than usual at 5:45pm UK time – 6:45pm local time.
      Philips Stadion in Eindhoven, Netherlands is the allocated arena for this match and it can host approximately 36,500 fans.
      Arsenal scraped a 1-0 victory from PSV when the sides met last in the reverse fixture.

      Granit Xhaka’s sublime right-foot strike fired Arsenal into the knock-out roundsCredit: AFP
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      What TV channel is PSV vs Arsenal on and can I live stream it?

      PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 2 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 5:15pm UK time – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscriptions holders of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      Former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy received a huge injury boost as Noni Madueke, Mauro Junior and Luuk de Jong will be available having missed last week’s defeat at the Emirates.
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      However, the PSV boss will remains without Yorbe Vertessen, Marco van Ginkel, Ismael Salibari, Kjell Peersman and Olivier Boscagli.
      Meanwhile, Mohamed Elneny and Emile Smith Rowe continue to be long-term absentees, while Oleksandr Zinchenko is edging closer to a return.
      But Mikel Arteta could be tempted into resting a number of key players with qualification already in the bag.
      Latest odds

      PSV to win 17/10
      Draw 5/2
      Arsenal to win 7/5

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      Barcelona vs Bayern Munich: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for CRUCIAL Champions League clash

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      BARCELONA are in need of three points against Bayern Munich to stand any chance of progressing to the Champions League last-16.The Spanish giants were on the verge of crashing out in San Siro when Robin Gosens drilled home what looked to be an Inter Milan winner.
      Robert Lewandowski threw Barcelona a life line with his late doubleCredit: Reuters
      But Robert Lewandowski’s late double ensured that Barcelona could live to fight another day.
      However, Xavi’s side face an uphill task of needing to beat table topping Bayern – who they have already lost to in this campaign.
      And the Catalonians will also need to hope that rock-bottom Viktoria Plzen somehow manages to pull off a shock result in Milan.
      When is Barcelona vs Bayern Munich?

      Barcelona’s mouth-watering fixture against Bayern Munich takes place on Wednesday, October 26.
      It is scheduled kick off at 8pm UK time – 9pm local time.
      Nou Camp in Barcelona, Spain is the allocated arena for this encounter and it can host a staggering 99,354 supporters.
      Bayern comfortably beat Barca 2-0 the last time the sides met in September.

      Leroy Sane capped off a 2-0 win for Bayern over Barcelona last time outCredit: Getty
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      What TV channel is Barcelona vs Bayern Munich on and can I live stream it?

      Barcelona vs Bayern Munich will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 5.
      Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the match live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      Barcelona boss Xavi will be tempted to give Hector Bellerin a run out as full-back Sergi Roberto dislocated his shoulder on the weekend.
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      Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen and Memphis Depay are also set to be out.
      But Gavi is expected to be available despite suffering a blow to his abductor.
      Elsewhere, Manuel Neuer, Lucas Hernandez, Leroy Sane and Bouna Sarr will miss the trip to Barcelona.
      However, it gives Julien Naglesmann the opportunity to go with a front three of Sadio Mane, Kinglsey Coman and Serge Gnabry.
      Latest odds

      Barcelona to win 13/10
      Draw 29/10
      Bayern Munich to win 9/5

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      Napoli vs Rangers: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Group A Champions League match in Naples

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      RANGERS will be determined to restore some pride in their Champions League fixture against Napoli – but they face an uphill battle.The Scottish giants were humiliated 7-1 by out-of-form Liverpool in their last European outing despite taking the lead.
      Rangers were thrashed 7-1 by Liverpool in their last Champions League outingCredit: Getty
      And it was a result that meant Rangers are yet to register a single point in this season’s competition.
      However, Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s side can still secure a Europa League spot and they trail third-place Ajax by only three points.
      But Ranger come up against a Napoli side who have gone unbeaten since the start of their 2022/23 campaign.
      When is Napoli vs Rangers?

      Napoli entertain Rangers on Wednesday, October 26.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time – 9pm local time.
      Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples, Italy is the allocated arena for this match and it can host 54,726 fans.
      The Scottish giants were embarrassed on their own turf 3-0 when the sides last met and they also went down to ten men.

      James Sands was sent off in the reverse fixtureCredit: AFP
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      What TV channel is Napoli vs Rangers on and can I live stream it?

      Napoli vs Rangers will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Soort 4 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 7:15pm UK time – 45 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the match live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      Napoli head coach Luciano Spalletti will be delighted to have seen Victor Osihmen return from injury with a winner against Roma on the weekend.
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      However, Amir Rrahmani and Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa’s thigh injuries are expected to keep them out.
      Meanwhile, Giovanni van Bronckhorst will still have a number of key players missing for this huge fixture.
      Glen Kamara, Tom Lawrence, Ianis Hagi, John Soultar, Ryan Jack, Connor Goldson and Filip Helander all look set to be unavailable.
      But on a positive note, Alex Lowry and Kemar Roofe recently returned to action and could be involved in the visitors squad.
      Latest odds

      Napoli to win 1/5
      Draw 11/2
      Rangers to win 13/1

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      Ajax vs Liverpool: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for vital Group A Champions League match

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      LIVERPOOL will be eager to put the Nottingham Forest nightmare to bed by securing Champions League last-16 qualification against Ajax.The Reds were stunned by Forest at the City Ground on Saturday courtesy of Taiwo Awoniyi’s 55th minute strike.
      Liverpool were beaten by Premier League new-boys Nottingham ForestCredit: Getty
      And it meant that Jurgen Klopp’s men have already lost one more match than they did in their ENTIRE 2021/22 Premier League campaign.
      However, Liverpool have a huge opportunity to bounce back as three points against the Dutch giants would seal their spot in the knock-out rounds.
      But Ajax go into this match with confidence having thrashed their Eredivisie opponents RKC Waalwijk 4-1 on the weekend.
      When is Ajax vs Liverpool?

      Ajax entertain Liverpool on Wednesday, October 26.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time – 9pm local time.
      Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands is the chosen venue for this fixture and it can host approximately 55,865 fans.
      Joel Matip’s last-gasp winner secured all three points for Liverpool when the sides met in September.

      Joel Matip secured a late winner last time out against AjaxCredit: Getty
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      What TV channel is Ajax vs Liverpool on and can I live stream it?

      Ajax vs Liverpool will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 4 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to get underway from 7:15pm – 45 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the match live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      Ajax head coach Alfred Schreuder will be delighted not to have had any fresh injury concerns for this huge fixture against Liverpool.
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      And Schreuder could also see the return of Ahmetcan Kaplan who has been sitting on the side-lines with a knee injury.
      Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp is set to be without Joel Matip, Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota, Arthur Melo and Naby Keita.
      However, the Liverpool boss could see the tremendous trio of Thiago, Darwin Nunez and Ibrahima Konate all return to the fold.
      Latest odds

      Ajax to win 3/1
      Draw 3/1
      Liverpool 17/20

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      Borussia Dortmund vs Man City: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Group G Champions League clash

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      MANCHESTER CITY will be determined to secure top spot in Group G when they take on Borussia Dortmund – and their not so secret weapon Erling Haaland is expected to help them achieve that.The Norwegian goal machine returns to Dortmund for the first time since making his £51million switch to the Etihad in the summer.
      Erling Haaland’s double inspired Man City to a 3-1 win over BrightonCredit: Rex
      And he’ll be playing in high spirits after adding another two goals to his incredible goal tally against Brighton on the weekend.
      However, Haaland will be well aware that beating BVB on their home turf can be a very tough ask.
      Furthermore, England wonderkid Jude Bellingham recently inspired Dortmund to a 5-0 thrashing in their most recent Bundesliga outing.
      When is Borussia Dortmund vs Man City?

      Borussia Dortmund roll out the carpet for Manchester City on Tuesday, October 25.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time – 9pm local time.
      Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany is the allocated arena for this encounter and it can host a whopping 81,365 supporters.
      Erling Haaland’s kung-fu style kick snatched all three points for City when the sides last met in September.

      Erling Haaland’s sensational strike snatched three points for City last time outCredit: PA
      What TV channel is Borussia Dortmund vs Man City on and can I live stream it?

      Borussia Dortmund vs Manchester City will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 2 in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to get underway from 7pm UK time – one hour before kick-off.
      Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

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      What is the team news?
      Thomas Meunier, Mateu Morey, Mahmoud Dahoud, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and Sebastien Haller are all ruled out
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      Borussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzic was forced to substitute Nico Schlotterbeck on the weekend which could see him miss the huge fixture against Manchester City too.
      However, Terzic could see Donyell Malen and Marco Reus return to the squad.
      Elsewhere, Pep Guardiola will be forced to continue without the services of English duo Kyle Walker and Kalvin Phillips.
      Sergio Gomez is suspended following his red card in the last Champions League clash against Copenhagen.
      But John Stones is likely to have a part to play after being named on the bench during City’s 3-1 win over Brighton.
      Latest odds

      Dortmund to win 4/1
      Draw 10/3
      Man City to win 8/13

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      RB Salzburg vs Chelsea: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for crucial Champions League clash

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      CHELSEA return to Champions League action with a tough encounter against RB Salzburg – and last-16 qualification hangs in the balance.Graham Potter’s introduction has led to the Blues going on eight-match unbeaten run including the 1-1 draw against Manchester United.
      Kepa Arrizabalaga’s stoppage time error saw Chelsea drop two points at against UnitedCredit: AFP
      Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang ensured that Chelsea did the double over AC MilanCredit: AP
      And Chelsea’s double over Italian giants AC Milan, has put them in pole position in Group E where they can wrap up qualification with a game to spare.
      However, three points for RB Salzburg would see the Austrian giants leapfrog the Blues into top spot.
      Furthermore, Salzburg will prove to be tricky customers as they have only tasted defeat once all season.
      When is RB Salzburg vs Chelsea?

      RB Salzburg entertain Chelsea on Tuesday, October 25.
      It is scheduled to kick off earlier than usual – 5:45pm UK time but 6:45pm local time.
      Red Bull Arena in Wals-Siezenheim is the allocated venue for this fixture and it can host approximately 30,188 spectators.
      Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw when the sides last met in September.

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

      RB Salzburg vs Chelsea will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 4 in the UK.
      Coverage is set to commence from 5pm UK time – 45 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the match live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

      What is the team news?
      RB Salzburg are expected to have a lengthy list of absentees with Julien Omoregie, Fernando, Ousmane Diakite, Nicolas Cpaldo, Dijon Kameri and Sekou Koita all out.
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      Integral midfielder Luka Sucic has also emerged as a fresh concern after being pulled out of the frustrating draw on the weekend.
      However, Strahinja Pavlovic is still eligble to feature against Chelsea despite his reckless red card incident during Salzburg’s Austrian Bundesliga affair.
      Elsewhere, Kalidou Koulibaly will need to be assessed having missed out on the encounter against Manchester United.
      And if deemed unavailable, he’ll be joining Reece James, N’Golo Kante and Wesley Fofana who are all going through their recovery stages.
      Latest odds

      RB Salzburg to win 15/4
      Draw 14/5
      Chelsea to win 3/4

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