Match previews

MANCHESTER CITY will look to inflict more misery on rivals United – but the Red Devils look to have their confidence back.Erling Haaland has been THE Premier League player of the season so far and he is the top scorer.
Erling Haaland has hit the ground running in the Premier League with 11 goals so farCredit: Rex
Marcus Rashford is awarded with Premier League’s player of the month for SeptemberCredit: Manchester United FC va Instagram / @marcusrashford
And Manchester United have not played a game for a month, with matches postponed due to the passing of The Queen.
United have played twice in the Europa League since – losing to Real Sociedad and beating Sheriff Tiraspol.
But Erik ten Hag’s rejuvenated side head into this Manchester derby high in confidence in the league.
United have won their last four Premier League games in a row.
Though champions City have carried on their form from last season, and are yet to taste defeat in the league this term.

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When is Man City vs Man Utd?
Manchester City vs Manchester United takes place on Sunday, October 2.
The Premier League match kicks off at 2pm UK time.
City’s Etihad Stadium plays host to the big derby.
What live stream and TV channel is Man City vs Man Utd on?
Man City vs Man Utd will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League.
Sky begin their coverage at 1pm, with a full hour of build-up.
What is the team news?
Marcus Rashford is set to hand United a huge boost with the in-form forward back in training, alongside Anthony Martial who is also available.
United captain Harry Maguire is set to be sidelined for around two weeks with a hamstring injury, which means Ten Hag will persist with the pairing of Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane.
He played on despite the issue to see out the full 90 minutes at Wembley on Monday but was later spotted limping away from the stadium.
City centre-back John Stones was forced off in the 37th minute with a hamstring injury in the Wembley draw and will miss the derby.
Though City boss Pep Guardiola says Stones could be back inside two weeks.
Guardiola said: “I think he will not be injured for five to six weeks but it will be less. Normally hamstring can be four to six weeks.
“I don’t know when he will be back but maybe 10 days to two weeks hopefully.”
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What are the odds?
Man City win 1/3
Draw 9/2
Man Utd victory 13/2
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TOTTENHAM are facing Arsenal in the Premier League just months after Antonio Conte’s side took the Gunners apart and qualified for the Champions League.But this time, both teams are in red hot form and it should make for an explosive North London derby.
Rob Holding was sent off before Tottenham picked Arsenal apart in the last North London derby in MayCredit: Getty
The 3-0 defeat at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in May truly de-railed Arsenal’s season last year, when they had a top four place in their grasp – but a revenge mission is surely on the cards for Mikel Arteta.
The two teams are first and third respectively, as they sandwich second-placed Manchester City in the top flight standings.
Arsenal are facing a minor injury crisis and could be without up to SEVEN first-team players after the international break.
But after Spurs ended the Gunners’ hopes of Champions League football last season, this is the perfect opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to exact revenge on home soil.
Both teams clinched healthy wins before the international break, with Arsenal breezing past Brentford 3-0 and Conte’s side firing six past struggling Leicester City.
Arsenal have won the last two games against Spurs at the Emirates.

When does Arsenal vs Tottenham kick off?

The North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham takes place on Saturday, October 1.
The game takes place at 12.30pm UK time and is the first fixture in the competition after the international break.
The Emirates Stadium in North London plays host to the Premier League match.
Goals from Harry Kane and Son Heung-min gave Spurs a 3-0 victory last time out, after Rob Holding had been sent off for the visitors.

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

The North London derby is live on BT Sport 1 and Ultimate.
Arsenal vs Tottenham is being live streamed on BT Sport’s website and app
Coverage begins at 11.30am with Lynsey Hipgrave presenting from the Emirates Stadium.

What is the team news?
Mikel Arteta faces a potential headache with seven players at risk of missing the North London derby.
There are currently doubts over Mohamed Elneny, Thomas Partey, Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu.
Oleksandr Zinchenko is likely to be out due to concussion protocols, while Martin Odegaard and Ben White are looking to shrug off minor injury issues.
While Emile Smith Rowe is out until December and will miss the World Cup after having groin surgery.
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What are the odds?
Arsenal to win 19/20
Draw 13/5
Tottenham victory 13/5
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ROCK bottom Leicester City are desperately in need of three points when they welcome East Midlands rivals Nottingham Forest to the King Power on Monday.The Foxes are the only team in English top-flight football to have not recorded a single win this season.
Leicester were humiliated by Tottenham before the international breakCredit: Getty
Nottingham Forest sit in 19th after losing three consecutive Premier League fixutresCredit: Getty
And pressure is seriously mounting on Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers after witnessing his side get embarrassed 6-2 by Tottenham Hotspur before the international break.
However, Forest find themselves on quite the torrid run themselves having lost their last three consecutive Premier League fixtures which includes a 6-0 thrashing by champions Manchester City.
But they say form goes out the window when it comes to a derby – especially one which hasn’t happened as a league fixture since 2014.
When is Leicester vs Nottingham Forest?

Leicester City roll out the red carpet for Nottingham Forest on Monday, October 2.
It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
The King Power Stadium in Leicester is the allocated arena for this match and it can host approximately 32,312 supporters.
Nottingham Forest ran riot when the sides last met in an FA Cup fixture, winning 4-1 at the City Ground.

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

Leicester City’s mouth-watering fixture against Nottingham Forest will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
Coverage is expected to commence at 7pm – a full hour before kick-off.
Subscription members of Sky Sports also have the option to stream the entire action live via the Sky Sports website or Sky Go app.

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What is the team news?
Brendan Rodgers is expected to continue without long-term absentees Ricardo Pereira and Ryan Bertrand.
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But the Foxes gaffer could welcome Patson Daka and Wilfried Ndidi back to the fold depending on assessment results.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper will be tempted to throw some of his key members straight back into the starting eleven.
Both Moussa Niakhate and Emmanuel Dennis returned from international duty early for recovery reasons and are now in contention to feature again.
However it is unclear whether Scott McKenna and Morgan Gibbs-White will be able to participate after withdrawing from the Scotland and England Under-21’s team’s respectively.
Latest odds

Leicester to win 8/11
Draw 29/10
Nottingham Forest to win 10/3

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GRAHAM POTTER will be determined to secure his first win as Chelsea boss when the Blues take a trip across London to face Crystal Palace.Postponements followed by an international break have given the Potter a lot of time to implement his style on the team.
Graham Potter’s first game in charge of Chelsea ended in a 1-1 draw with RB SalzburgCredit: PA
And the new Blues boss will be hopeful his side can rectify their defensive frailties which saw them surrender their lead against RB Salzburg in the Champions League.
However, Palace are quite often a handful at home – something which Liverpool found out earlier on this season.
But the Eagles’ recent record against Chelsea has been abysmal having not beaten their London rivals since a 2-1 win in October 2017.
When is Crystal Palace vs Chelsea?

Crystal Palace are set to entertain their London rivals Chelsea on Saturday, October 1.
It is scheduled to kick off at 3pm UK time.
Selhurst Park in Croydon, South London is the allocated arena for this fixture and it can host approximately 25,486 spectators.
Chelsea secured a 2-0 FA Cup win when the sides last squared up.

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Is Crystal Palace vs Chelsea on TV?

Sadly, Crystal Palace vs Chelsea will NOT be broadcasted live on TV in the UK.
This is due to the TV football blackout law which prohibits matches from being aired live on Saturday’s between 2:45pm and 5:15pm.
However, fans in the US can stream the entire action live via UNIVERSO.

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What is the team news?
The postponements and international break may have done Patrick Vieira some favours as the Eagles boss Could see long-term absentees Jack Butland and James McArthur return to action.
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However, Nathan Ferguson’s ankle injury is set to keep him out for a little while longer.
There has been no clear return date for James Tomkins, and youngster Chris Richards suffered a minor knock on international duty with USA.
Elsewhere, Graham Potter will be hopeful that he can reintroduce N’Golo Kante and Edouard Mendy to the starting line-ups having both returned to the training pitch this week.
N’Golo Kante has only made two appearances this season for ChelseaCredit: Getty
Latest odds

Crystal Palace to win 17/5
Draw 5/2
Chelsea to win 4/5

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MANCHESTER UNITED return for their first Premier League game in a MONTH when they face rivals Man CIty in a huge derby.The Red Devils had matches postponed due to the passing of The Queen.
Injured Harry Maguire misses out for United
United have played twice in the Europa League since – losing to Real Sociedad and beating Sheriff Tiraspol.
But Erik ten Hag’s rejuvenated side head into this Manchester derby high in confidence in the league.
United have won their last four Premier League games in a row.
Though champions City have carried on their form from last season, and are yet to taste defeat in the league this term.
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When is Man City vs Man Utd?
Man City vs Man Utd takes place on Sunday, October 2.
The Premier League match kicks off at 2pm UK time.
City’s Etihad Stadium plays host to the big derby.
John Stones suffered a hamstring injury on England duty
What live stream and TV channel is Man City vs Man Utd on?
Man City vs Man Utd will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League.
Sky begin their coverage at 1pm, with a full hour of build-up.
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What is the team news?
Marcus Rashford is set to hand United a huge boost with the in-form forward back in training.
However, Ten Hag and City counterpart Pep Guardiola suffered injury blows in England’s 3-3 draw with Germany in the Nations League.
United captain Harry Maguire is set to be sidelined for around two weeks with a thigh injury.
He played on despite the issue to see out the full 90 minutes at Wembley on Monday but was later spotted limping away from the stadium.
While City centre-back John Stones was forced off in the 37th minute with a hamstring injury in the Wembley draw, and is a huge doubt for the weekend.
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ARSENAL are out for revenge as they take on North London rivals Tottenham in a match where EITHER side could go top of the table.The two teams are first and third respectively, as they sandwich second-placed Manchester City in the top flight standings.
Arsenal were in superb form as they took Brentford apart before the international breakCredit: Alamy
Arsenal are facing a minor injury crisis and could be without up to SEVEN first-team players after the international break.
But after Spurs ended the Gunners’ hopes of Champions League football last season, this is the perfect opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to exact revenge on home soil.
Both teams clinched healthy wins before the international break, with Arsenal breezing past Brentford 3-0 and Antonio Conte’s side firing six past struggling Leicester City.
Arsenal have won the last two games against Spurs at the Emirates.
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When does Arsenal vs Tottenham kick off?

The North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham takes place on Saturday, October 1.
The game takes place at 12.30pm UK time and is the first fixture in the competition after the international break.
The Emirates Stadium in North London plays host to the Premier League match.
Goals from Harry Kane and Son Heung-min gave Spurs a 3-0 victory last time out, after Rob Holding had been sent off for the visitors.

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

The North London derby is live on BT Sport 1 and Ultimate.
Arsenal vs Tottenham is being live streamed on BT Sport’s website and app
Coverage begins at 11.30am with Lynsey Hipgrave presenting from the Emirates Stadium.

What is the team news?
Mikel Arteta faces a potential headache with eight players at risk of missing the North London derby.
There are currently doubts over Mohamed Elneny, Emile Smith Rowe, Thomas Partey, Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu.
Oleksandr Zinchenko is likely to be out due to concussion protocols, while Martin Odegaard and Ben White are looking to shrug off minor injury issues.
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What are the odds?
Arsenal to win 19/20
Draw 13/5
Tottenham victory 13/5
Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct as of September 27. More