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    Man Utd and Man City ready for £65m Viktor Gyokeres transfer scrap as BOTH sides think they have secret weapon

    RUBEN AMORIM will scrap with old pal Hugo Viana for Sporting Lisbon ace Viktor Gyokeres next year.The striker, 26, became hot property under gaffer Amorim at Sporting and his release clause could see him move for £65million.Viktor Gyokeres has been sensational since joining Sporting LisbonCredit: ReutersRuben Amorim is interested in bringing the striker to Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyManchester United are sure Amorim’s arrival as their boss will secure his signature.But they face a battle with Manchester City and Viana, who will take over as their director of football after he leaves Sporting next summer.Viana oversaw the Sweden star’s bargain signing from Coventry last year.And it proved to be a masterstroke as Gyokeres has since flourished into Europe’s most in-demand striker, with 58 goals for club and country in 2024.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAmorim refused to fuel the speculation at his first United press conference on Friday.But he did admit he hopes Gyokeres stays injury-free and keeps scoring.The new Red Devils boss said: “Viktor Gyokeres is a Sporting player.”He has a game tonight [Friday] and I hope he plays well, doesn’t get injured and continues to be successful at Sporting.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPep Guardiola will be hoping to bring Gyokeres to Manchester CityCredit: ReutersPortuguese Viana, 41, played a key role in Amorim becoming Sporting boss in 2020.But will want to pip him to the post for Gyokeres at City.SunSport’s Man Utd reporter Neil Custis gives verdict on Ruben Amorim’s first press conference and says ‘he has something different’The release clause rules out a bidding war but sets the scene for an intriguing tug-of-war instead.Man Utd have struggled to score goals so far this season, netting just 12 in 11 Premier League games.Meanwhile, neighbours Man City suffered a fifth successive defeat in all competitions on Saturday as Tottenham thrashed them 4-0 at the Etihad.Erling Haaland has scored 12 goals in all competitions, but the team’s next highest scorers are Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic on three.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More

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    David Moyes lined up to replace Sean Dyche as Everton boss by prospective new owners

    DAVID MOYES will be a target for a dramatic return to Everton after the American takeover.The Scot had a successful decade as manager at Goodison before leaving for Manchester United in 2013.David Moyes is being lined up for a return to Everton by the club’s prospective new ownersCredit: ReutersSean Dyche is under huge pressure at Goodison ParkCredit: GettyAnd now Moyes could go back as the stars align.Businessman Dan Friedkin is working on completing his takeover from Farhad Moshiri and is also seeking allies in local Everton fans Andy Bell and George Downing.Their timeframe depends on Moshiri sorting out problems with previous owners and lenders.But the signs are very positive of a change in the coming weeks.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBoss Sean Dyche wants to keep the Toffees out of trouble himself.But if he is sacked, the new regime are thinking of a short-term fix with an experienced replacement.Moyes is liked by some of the prospective new team as a man who knows the club and what it takes to survive in the Premier League.The chance of an Everton return would appeal to the Scot, 61, if the contract is right for him and he is convinced about the new owners, their ideas and the budget.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMoyes has been out of work since May when he left West Ham — another club to which he went back for a second time.And if he could repeat what he did for the Hammers, it would be a great result for Everton.Everton star Iliman Ndiaye’s incredible rise from Sunday League to £15million Premier League star in just six yearsFriedkin has other names in the frame.But three-time LMA manager of the years Moyes is a serious contender. More

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    Man City 0 Tottenham 4: Pep Guardiola loses FIVE in a row for first time ever as Spurs run riot at Etihad

    THIS was supposed to be the day Manchester City were celebrating.Celebrating the news that their all-conquering boss, Pep Guardiola was staying for another two seasons after agreeing to a new deal.James Maddison scored twice in seven minutes for TottenhamCredit: GettyHe broke the deadlock after getting on the end of a brilliant Dejan Kulusevski passCredit: APMaddison then lifted a superb finish over Ederson to double Spurs’ leadCredit: GettyMan City will be eight points adrift of Liverpool if Arne Slot’s men beat SouthamptonCredit: ReutersPep Guardiola had never previously lost five games in a row as a managerCredit: ReutersMaddison produced a superb display for Spurs at the EtihadMan City had a lot of the ball but created very few chancesKulusevski was everywhere as he continues his fine start to the seasonAnd celebrating Rodri being crowned the winner of the Ballon d’Or as the best player on the planet.A spectacular light show greeted him before kick-off, and his teammates gave him a guard of honour.The familiar refrain of ‘we’ve got Guardiola’ to the tune of Glad All Over’ went round the ground as the boss made his way from the dressing room.Then it was over to the Tottenham Hotspur fans as James Maddison enjoyed the biggest and best Birthday party he has ever had.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe turned 28 on this day and, with two goals inside the first 20 minutes, put Tottenham on their way to a famous victory.What a way too for Ange Postecoglou to celebrate his 50th game in charge of the club.Questions about the Aussie had started to be asked after three defeats in five league games.But this was a ‘g’day’ for him as Spurs bounced into the top six.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFor City, well Guardiola had joked as his new contract was announced that if results did not pick up in the next month he could be on his way anyway.How everyone chuckled, but this fifth defeat on the spin was no laughing matter.SunSport’s Man Utd reporter Neil Custis gives verdict on Ruben Amorim’s first press conference and says ‘he has something different’Their worst home defeat since moving to this ground 21 years ago.Man City has not been on a run like this since 2006, when then boss Stuart Pearce lost six in a row.If Liverpool were to win at Southampton on Sunday the gap will stretch to eight points with just shy of a third of the season gone.The two meet next weekend at Anfield.Lose that, and City’s quest for a fifth consecutive title will be over before Christmas.They just don’t look the same City right now.We were putting that down to the uncertainty over the boss and whether the players had taken their foot off the pedal.The midweek news was supposed to have given them a Pep up but despite having 23 shots they could not find the net.Pep Guardiola’s heaviest defeatsApril 2014: Bayern Munich 0 Real Madrid 4October 2016: Barcelona 4 Man City 0January 2017: Everton 4 Man City 0November 2024: Man City 0 Tottenham 4Porro, Maddison and Dominic Solanke celebrated by pretending to drive carsCredit: AFPPedro Porro scored Spurs’ third seven minutes into the second halfCredit: ReutersThey miss Rodri, who is out for the season.They miss a fully fit Kevin De Bruyne.Phil Foden has looked tired all season.There were chances before Spurs broke the deadlock.They fell to finisher supreme Erling Haaland, who also hit the bar in the second period.The game was just four minutes old when he was set up by Josko Gvardiol, who would go on to have a half to forget.The near bottom corner beckoned, but Haaland’s shot deflected off Ben Davis’ heel and went wide.Savinho was then the provider and this time Guglielmo Vicario’s outstretched leg denied him adding to his 15 goals this season.Then in the 13th minute against the run of play Spurs struck.Dejan Kulusevski likes it here. He has scored on his last three visits, including a last-minute equaliser last season.On this occasion, he was the provider and what a provider he is.Before this game he had created 30 chances, the most of any player in the Premier League this season and added another for the opener.He made mincemeat of Gvardiol down the right flank to give himself space to cross and then delivered a ball to the far post which Maddison volleyed home with his instep.A setback became a major problem for the home side when Spurs extended their lead on 20 minutes.Gvardiol’s loose pass was leapt on by Maddison, who fed Son and then did an overlapping run behind his teammate.The ball was fed back to him and he dinked it past Ederson.It could have been more before the break as Son’s curler to the far top corner was well saved by Ederson who also used his fingertips to deny Dominic Solanke’s shot.The last time City were two goals down at the break was in January of 2023 to, guess who, Tottenham.Brennan Johnson slide in to score Spurs’ fourth in stoppage timeCredit: ReutersIt was a famous day for Ange Postecoglou’s sideCredit: ReutersOn that occasion, they roared back to win 4-2.Not this time.Spurs were further ahead just seven minutes into the second-half with City all over the place again.Their attack broke down thanks to Spurs hounding the ball down.They do that at their best and break with great efficiency.Kulusevski was involved again, playing a deep ball to the far side of the boss for Solanke to pull back for Pedro Porro to side foot home with a powerful shot that curled away from the goalkeeper.Porro spent three years at City after an £11million move from Girona but bizarrely never got a game as he was farmed out on loan.So this will have been special for him.In injury time two subs combined as Timo Werner sent a ball to the far post for Brennan Johnson to slide home.For Guardiola this was a seventh defeat at the hands of Spurs in the Premier League more than any other opponent.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt is Feyenoord at home in the Champions League on Tuesday next then that trip to Liverpool.They have roared back before and they really need to find their voice now. 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    Huge pop star loses £20,000 bet on Leicester vs Chelsea clash as fans say ‘never back the early kick-off’

    AMERICAN pop star Jason Derulo lost a massive bet after placing £20,000 on Leicester to beat Chelsea today.The crooner backed the Foxes to triumph in Saturday’s early kick-off with a tasty fee.Pop star Jason Derulo lost a £20,000 bet on Leicester’s 2-1 defeat to ChelseaCredit: GettyDerulo backed the Foxes to win but they were well beaten by the BluesCredit: GettyBut it backfired as visitors Chelsea romped to a 2-1 win at the King Power Stadium.Derulo was in London this week after releasing fifth studio album ‘Nu King’ this year.And while in the capital, he decided to have a punt on the footy.The Florida-born singer, who shot to fame with 2009 hit ‘Watcha Say’, opted for the 12.30pm early kick-off between Leicester and Chelsea.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLYet despite the gulf between the two sides in the Premier League table, Derulo opted to back Leicester for the win.And he put his money where his mouth is by dropping a crisp £20k on Steve Cooper’s relegation-threatened side.A video posted online by Derulo saw him say: “Alright people I’m in the UK right now.“You know when I’m in the UK it’s all about football. So my team Leicester is playing against Chelsea.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“I got $25,000 (£20k) on my team Leicester. Who you got?”Unfortunately for Derulo, the act backfired as Leicester crumbled in a one-sided match. Chelsea player ratings: Enzo Fernandez silences his doubters but Robert Sanchez endures a few shaky moments vs LeicesterThe Foxes were second-best as their only shot on target came through a late penalty.And fans warned Derulo he made a mistake with his choice.One said: “Never back the early kick off.”Another declared: “Blud’s not getting that money back.”One noted: “Waste of money mate.”Another added: “He made the cardinal sin.” More

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    Fulham 1 Wolves 4: Gary O’Neil shows Molineux faithful why he’s still in charge by thumping high-flying Cottagers

    IT PAYS sometimes in football to stick with what you have and not make a drastic change.And how Wolves must be grateful, if not a bit smug, they persevered with Gary O’Neil even when the calls to axe him grew louder and louder.Gary O’Neil silenced the doubters as his Wolves side ran riot at FulhamCredit: PAThe visitors were a goal down before firing FOUR past their hostsCredit: RexMolineux supporters may have been divided about whether the Englishman should have carried on as results got worse.Issuing a P45 during the international break would have been an ideal opportunity for the hierarchy, especially as the side languished in the Premier League bottom three.But O’Neil has never lost the faith of the players and as this comeback romp over Fulham showed, they are fighting for him with every sinew.Matheus Cunha and Joao Gomes will get the plaudits and rightly so but overall all 15 Wolves stars put up a fight, amid difficult and testing circumstances, to register back-to-back Premier League victories.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt is also their first league success on the road since defeating Tottenham in February – how easier O’Neil would have felt on the coach home last night despite the ringing wet coat.It was a soggy, gusty, grey and generally miserable afternoon in West London and the wintry conditions were particularly testing given the slippery surface underfoot.Wolves debuted their third kit, a garish purple number, and their defensive problems worsened pre-game as Craig Dawson, a pillar of the team, was ruled out through sickness.It meant three of their four centre-halves were unavailable for the Craven Cottage trip and emergency measures had to be taken with midfielder Mario Lemina working in tandem alongside defender Toti Gomes.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe skipper had to take evasive action on 17 minutes when the lively Antonee Robinson crossed from the left.As he stretched to clear, the ball deflected off Lemina’s foot and then Fulham striker Raul Jimenez, a former Wolves player, saw his snapshot crash off the crossbar.The Premier League’s Top 10 sexiest managers according to AIThree minutes later, Lemina and the rest of his teammates at the back were culpable for not clearing their lines.Eventually possession fell to Kenny Tete and Alex Iwobi controlled the short pass and then curled a magnificent effort with his left that goalkeeper Jose Sa could not reach.It was a stunner, a contender for goal of the month, and took the Nigerian’s tally for the season to three goals.Fulham were deserving of their lead but Wolves got back into the contest thanks to a moment of magic.Alex Iwobi put Fulham ahead at Craven CottageCredit: PAMatheus Cunha levelled things up as Wolves fought backCredit: PAGabon international Lemina reminded us that he is a makeshift defender as he picked out Cunha with a superb 30-yard long pass just after the half an hour mark.The Brazilian showed off his samba skills, taking it with right and though the ball bounced off his groin, he delicately flicked it beyond Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno.A decent Wolves following had made the trip and they were in full and fine voice on 53 minutes despite the driving rain.After some intricate passing involving Jean-Ricner Bellegarde and Cunha on the edge of the Fulham box, the ball was fed to Joao Gomes.Joao Gomes put the visitors ahead in the second halfCredit: ReutersCunha scored a wonder strike to make it 3-1Credit: RexAnd the Brazilian showed terrific awareness and finishing, taking it with his right and shooting with his left, to guide his attempt past Leno. It was his second goal in three matches.Cunha thought he had a second when he latched on to a misplaced pass by Fulham’s Tom Cairney but despite dancing through the defence, his strike deflected wide.He had to be patient and wait until three minutes from normal time when his exceptional finish beat Leno and capped an important win for the visitors.The fourth goal came deep into stoppage time when substitute Goncalo Guedes benefited from a quick counter-attack and clinically beat Leno.Goncalo Guedes added Wolves’ fourth at the deathCredit: GettyO’Neil has shown why Wolves were right to stick with himCredit: GettyHarry Wilson is Fulham’s supersub and his three goals before the break had helped the Cottagers register 18 points – their highest top-flight tally after 11 games since 1960.The Welshman came on again as a sub – boss Marco Silva is clearly a hard man to impress – but there was no late intervention this time.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis biggest contribution was a shot from distance that hit the crossbar.But Fulham, apart from a brilliant opening 30 minutes, were very poor in the closing stages. More

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    Bournemouth 1 Brighton 2: Joao Pedro and Kaoru Mitoma goals keep Seagulls in top four race despite Baleba red card

    FORGET Storm Bert, Bournemouth were hit by an early swarm of ravishing Seagulls on the south coast.Just four minutes were on the clock and Albion were celebrating a goal for all seasons.Joao Pedro put Brighton in front after just five minutesCredit: PAIt is Pedro’s fourth Premier League goal in six appearances this seasonCredit: ReutersKaoru Mitoma made it two at the beginning of the second halfCredit: RexBrighton are on the cusp of the top four after a stunning start to the seasonCredit: RexCarlos Baleba was sent off for a second yellow cardCredit: GettyBournemouth had large periods of pressure but failed to make it countPedro was key as he scored and assisted for BrightonThe visitors put the wind up their hosts with an array of side flicks, back heels and one-twos.And the slick show of attacking intent ended when Georginio Rutter took a return pass from Danny Welbeck and lashed in a shot.Cherries goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga could only push the ball out to Joao Pedro to net with ease at the back post.Albion took just four minutes after the break to breeze 2-0 up through Kaoru Mitoma.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut there was a little good cheer in the home camp in stoppage time when sub David Brooks lashed home a consolation goal.Antoine Semenyo went close with the final kick of the game as he struck the crossbar, but Brighton held on for the points.Bournemouth were looking to win four home Premier League games in a row for the first time in their history.And the Seagulls were keen to win and notch their 13th point since the start of October to equal the amount league leaders Liverpool have recorded in the same period.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd the driving wind and rain helped to enhance the entertainment as the ball fizzed around the park.Bournemouth were hot from the start and nearly swept ahead after just 70 seconds when Semenyo pulled his shot wide.Gary Neville admits ‘I got it wrong’ and apologises over Rashford criticism as Amorim demands Man Utd ‘change standards’ And in all honesty they should have equalised before the break after producing their own neat openings.Justin Kluivert volleyed one effort straight at Albion goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen on 19 minutes.Then Evanilson raced clear a minute later and shot straight at Verbruggen when he had two team-mates screaming for a pass.Bournemouth then suffered another blow when Semenyo picked up his fifth booking of the campaign for a foul on Rutter.The Ghana international will now be suspended for next week’s trip to Wolverhampton.And just before half-time Evanilson had a “goal” ruled out by VAR for offside.But once again Bert was outshone by the Albion who stormed 2-0 up just four minutes after the break.Pedro had the vision to pass the ball inside the full-back allowing Mitoma to side-foot the ball past a stranded Arrizabalaga – and it was given after a VAR check for offside.The goal stunned the home supporters who normally see their heroes making brisk starts.And once again the home side should have levelled immediately but Evanilson had left his shooting boots back in the dressing room.The Brazilian was desperate to become the first Bournemouth player to score in four successive Premier League games since Callum Wilson in 2019.But when Semenyo set him up just 10 yards out from goal the £40million summer record signing astonishingly placed the ball wide.Then the tables started to turn on Brighton when they suddenly found themselves a man down on 59 minutes.Baleba received an early bath from referee Stuart Attwell for picking up a second yellow for leaving his foot on Milos Kerkez.Bournemouth saw plenty of the ball but their finishing was woefully short on the day.And once again Evanilson was the culprit on 79 minutes when his weak header was comfortably caught by Verbruggen.Then substitute Enes Unal came close to making an instant impact for the hosts after replacing Kerkez.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother sub Dango Ouattara sent in the perfect cross but Unal’s close-range diving header went wide.Brighton conceded that late goal to Brooks but weathered a late storm to take all three points back to Sussex.David Brooks pulled one back for Bournemouth in stoppage timeCredit: Getty More

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    Arsenal 3 Nottingham Forest 0: Gunners romp to commanding win as wonderkid Nwaneri scores first Premier League goal

    FIT and firing Bukayo Saka showed England what they didn’t really miss as he fired Arsenal to a vital victory that stopped the rot.Saka cried off international duty with a knock picked up in the 1-1 draw at Chelsea that had extended the Gunners’ winless run in the Premier League to four games.Bukayo Saka led the way as Arsenal thrashed Nottingham Forest 3-0Credit: GettyThomas Partey netted a rocket in the routCredit: GettyEthan Nwaneri netted his first Premier League goal for the clubCredit: GettyBut the fortnight off had clearly done him good as he scored the early first and then set up substitute Thomas Partey for the second soon after the break.It was a near-perfect afternoon for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, rattling his jewellery in the posh seats.It ended with teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri claiming his first Premier League goal to make it three.But this match was all about Nwaneri’s predecessor as the star boy of the Gunners’ Academy.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIf England captain Harry Kane was watching in Munich, he may have raised an eyebrow at the quality and length – 82 minutes – of Saka’s display.Kane appeared to question the commitment of the many players who did not show up for interim boss Lee Carsley’s last two games in charge.Even without Saka and others, England were able to put eight goals past Greece and the Republic of Ireland.But it was clear again just how important Saka is to this Arsenal team.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe same goes for captain Martin Odegaard, who also shone on his first home appearance since August following the ankle injury he picked up in the first international break.Arsenal had twice gone close even before Saka’s goal.Ben White ruled out for months in mega blow to Arsenal title hopes, confirms Mikel Arteta Leandro Trossard failed to beat Matz Sels from close range inside two minutes and Jurrien Timber had the ball in the net within five.But after a lengthy delay, VAR confirmed the on-field decision that Mikel Merino had been fractionally offside from Martin Odegaard’s free kick before Timber bundled the ball home.Both sets of fans booed how long it took but the home support soon cheered up.Murillo blocked Odegaard’s initial shot but the Arsenal captain then exchanged passes with Saka, who glided past three Forest defenders before smashing the ball past Sels.Saka opened the scoring after just 15 minutesCredit: GettyHe was the best player on the pitch todayCredit: GettyArsenal controlled the rest of the half, with Saka and Odegaard to the foreAt times Arteta’s players were getting in each other’s way in their eagerness to extend the lead. Gabriel Jesus sent a shot wide when well placed.Forest’s only threat came from James Ward-Prowse free kick that Ryan Yates headed over the bar.Trossard forced Sels into another save with five minutes of the half to go and then the Belgian produced an even better stop to keep out Saka’s low effort.Partey doubled Arsenal’s lead early in the second halfCredit: GettyHis super shot sparked super celebrationsCredit: GettyThe home fans were furious at yellow cards given out to Jorginho, Jesus and Saka, while Forest players escaped the same punishment for their offences. Ola Aina’s stoppage-time booking was only a slight consolation as they jeered referee Simon Hooper and his assistants off the pitch at half time.Jorginho in particular had trod a fine line with his protests at Hooper’s decisions.So it was little surprise that Arteta replaced him with Thomas Partey at the break.Nwaneri made it a day to remember for the Arsenal faithfulCredit: GettyHe will never forget his first league goal for the GunnersCredit: GettyEspirito Santo also made a change, sending on Jota Silva for the ineffective Anthony Elanga.But it was Arteta who soon looked like a genius.Forest seemed mesmerised as Saka prowled in their penalty area. He laid the ball back to Partey, who had far too much time to touch the ball out of his feet and beat Sels with a shot that the Forest ‘keeper may feel he could have done more to stop.It still took Espirito Santo another 10 minutes to make further changes.His team then enjoyed their best period of the game, without forcing David Raya into a demanding save. READ MORE SUN STORIESCentre back Nicolas Milenkovic headed over the bar but that was about it even for half chances.Raheem Sterling came on for Saka as Arsenal saw out the game comfortably and fellow sub Nwaneri had already gone close to grabbing a third goal before he converted Sterling’s cutback. More

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    Premier League LIVE SCORES: Palace take lead seconds after Villa misss pen, Brentford down to 10 men – latest updates

    PREMIER LEAGUE action has returned after a two-week international break and there are some mouthwatering fixtures taking place TODAY!Chelsea kicked off the day with a 2-1 at Leicester to leap up to third place.While Unai Emery’s Aston Villa will be hoping his side can return to winning ways against London outfit Crystal Palace.High-flying Fulham host Wolves who recently secured their first win of the season.And the day is rounded off with a thriller at the Etihad as Tottenham travel to Manchester City.Kick-off times: 3pm/5:30pm GMTTV channels: Sky Sports Main Event/Sky Sports Premier LeagueLive streams: NOW TVFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSKEEP up with all the scores and results from the Premier League with our live blog below…HT: Aston Villa 1-2 Crystal PalaceAfter taking the lead early on, it seemed Palace were destined to go into the break trailing after an Aston Villa comeback.As Youri Tielemans stepped up to take a penalty to give the hosts the lead, Henderson made a crucial save for Glasner’s side.They then went one better as youngster Justin Devenny got his first Premier League goal.Copy linkCopiedHT: Arsenal 1-0 Nott’m ForestIt has been one-way traffic in North London.Forest are not playing like a side who have ambitions of European football this season.Nuno Espirito Santo will need a big team talk at The Emirates.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkAnd breathe!What a first 45 minutes we’ve had.Villa looked to have restored normal service when Ollie Watkins ran onto a brilliant John McGinn pass and rounded Dean Henderson to cancel out Ismaila Sarr’s opener.But Villa fluffed a great chance to take the lead when Dean Henderson brilliantly saved Youri Tielemans’ penalty.Palace raced up the park moments later and sprang Villa’s faulty offside trap for a second time.Sarr raced clear and picked out Justin Devenny to score a memorable first Premier League goal in only his second start.Can’t wait for more of this!Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Ken Lawrence at Goodison ParkThomas Frank was booked for protesting over the 41st minute red card brandished be referee Chris Kavanagh at Christian Norgaard for his challenge on Jordan Pickford.The Brentford boss had a point for while Norgaard did catch the England No 1 there was absolutely zero intent to do damage.VAR Matt Donohue saw the clash which caught Pickford just below the knee differently and then so did Kavanagh on-screen but who in real time had no problems with that was nothing more than an attacker giving his all to get  the ball – not the goalkeeper. Mad over-reaction,Copy linkCopiedPremier League half-time scoresBournemouth 0-1 BrightonArsenal 1-0 Nott’m ForestAston Villa 1-2 Crystal PalaceEverton 0-0 BrentfordFulham 1-1 WolvesCopy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jordan Davies at The EmiratesOne to look out for in the second half – Thomas Partey was ushered down the tunnel five minutes before the end of the first half.Perhaps a sign that the Ghanaian midfielder is coming on after the break? Jorginho is on a booking which could be playing on Arteta’s mind given Arsenal’s disciplinary record so far this season.With Bukayo Saka going into the book for a high boot just before the half-time whistle, that is now three yellows for the Gunners, with Jorginho also on the receiving end of Simon Hooper’s card collection.They need to be careful – the only way Forest are getting back into this one is if the hosts go down to 10 men, and that isn’t outside the realms of possibilities…Copy linkCopied46. GOAL – Aston Villa 1-2 CRYSTAL PALACEJusti Devenny gets his first senior goal for The Eagles.Copy linkCopiedTielemans penalty saved by HendersonCopy linkCopiedPenalty to Aston VillaCopy linkCopiedRed card – Christian Norgaard (Brentford)Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 1-1 Crystal Palace37. Finally the visitors’ resistence has been broken.Watkins with a trademark finish to get his side back on level terms.Still enough time here for another goal before the interval.Credit: AFPCopy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Ken Lawrence at Goodison ParkMark Flekken had already made the most saves of any Prem goalkeeper before getting to Goodison Park.Add a handful more.Two brilliant early stops, plus some less demanding with Everton producing eight strikes in the first 28 minutes with Thomas Frank’s side struggling to cope.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Graham Nickless at Vitality StadiumForget Storm Bert Brighton hit Bournemouth with a their own hurricane on the south coast.Just four minutes were on the clock when Albion’s Joao Pedro finished off a slick team goal for all seasons.Pedro Tapped home after Cherries goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga pushed out Georginio Rutter’s drive.The hosts should have been level however with Antoine Semenyo, Justin Kluivert and Evanilson all going close.Copy linkCopiedView from SunSport’s Jordan Davies from The EmiratesFORGET Paul Merson, it should be Bukayo Saka grabbing a spot on Strictly Come Dancing.The Arsenal winger showed off his Samba hips to dance around three Forest defenders before thumping that effort into the top corner.But my, oh my – what a difference Martin Odegaard makes to this team. He oozes confidence on the ball and energy off it. Everything good has come through him and Forest cannot cope.However, Arsenal do look slightly vulnerable on the counter. Riccardo Calafiori at left-back may be feeling it a bit having been out since October with a knee injury.Other than that, Arsenal are comfortably winning, and we haven’t said that in a while.Copy linkCopiedView from Graeme Bryce at Villa ParkIsmaila Sarr’s fourth minute opener stunned Villa and left Unai Emery furious at his team’s sloppiness.Jean-Philippe Mateta beat Villa’s offside trap with a perfectly timed pass and Sarr held off Ian Maatsen to fire home his first Premier League goal for the Eagles.Villa have continued where they left off before the international break – poorly!Copy linkCopied30. GOAL – Fulham 1-1 WOLVESMattheus Cunha posts an instant reply for the visitors on the road.Copy linkCopiedBournemouth 0-1 Brighton28. The only two shots that the visitors have had in this game led to their goal.The Cherries have piled on the pressure apart from this.Hurzeler’s side are having to absorb a lot of pressure in this game.Copy linkCopiedFulham 1-0 Wolves20. Some good passing play from The Cottagers opens up the Wolves defence.The ball is aplyed to Iwobi. who checks onto his right foot and bends one in the far corner.Jimenez breaths a sigh of relief after missing an absolute sitter earlier on in the game.Copy linkCopied20. GOAL – FULHAM 1-0 WolvesAlex Iwobi opens the scoring in West LondonCopy linkCopiedFulham 0-0 Wolves17. A superb pass from Nelson plays in Robinson down the flank.His cross picks out Jimenez in the six yard box but somehow he hits the crossbar when he really should have scored.That is as close as we have come to a goal in this one.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 1-0 Nott’m Forest14. It has been one-way traffic at The Emirates so far.The Gunners have already had a goal ruled out for offside but now finally break the deadlock.Great interplay from Odegaard and Saka before the young winger blasts the ball home.Copy linkCopied14. GOAL – ARSENAL 1-0 Nott’m ForestBukayo Saka opens the scoring at The Emirates.Copy linkCopiedEverton 0-0 Brentford10. The Toffees have made a positive start in this game.Brentford keeper Flekken has been kept busy so far.Everton have already had six shots at goal with only ten minutes played.Copy linkCopiedArsenal 0-0 Nott’m Forest8. Timber thought he had scored his first Arsenal goal but sadly for him it was ruled out.After a lengthy VAR review, it is judged that Merino was offside in the build-up.The decision was not well received by the home fans.Copy linkCopiedAston Villa 0-1 Crystal Palace4. Sarr used his pace and skill to get past Maatsen and drills his shot into the net.Nothing Martinez could do to stop him.It is the perfect start for the visitors at Villa Park.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied More