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The Independent
a day ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Is Manchester United vs Arsenal on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Premier League fixture
Manchester United battle Arsenal in the big game of the opening weekend of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Title challengers Arsenal hope to finally get over the line under Mikel Arteta, with Viktor Gyokeres tipped to be the 'perfect match' after his £64m move from Sporting CP. While Ruben Amorim is in desperate need of results after a dismal debut campaign and an entirely new front three, in the shape of Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, could accelerate the side's development. Martin Zubimendi adds class to the Gunners' midfield, too, with Noni Madueke offering another wide option to bring further depth. Here's everything you need to know about the big game at Old Trafford: When is Man United v Arsenal? Man United v Arsenal headlines the Sunday action in the Premier League on 17 August at Old Trafford, with kick-off set for 4:30pm BST. How can I watch it? Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event, coverage on both channels starts at 4pm BST, following Chelsea v Crystal Palace. A live stream will be available via NOW TV and Sky Go for subscribers as well. Benjamin Sesko will make his Premier League debut, with Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha also likely to start in a new-look front three. It could push Bruno Fernandes into a deeper role. Joshua Zirkzee and Andre Onana should both shake off knocks to be available, though Noussair Mazraoui (hamstring) and Lisandro Martinez (knee) are both out. Viktor Gyokeres will lead the Gunners' line in his Premier League debut, though Kai Havertz has impressed in pre-season and provides another option for Mikel Arteta. Leandro Trossard should shake off a groin injury to be available, though Gabriel Jesus is a way off a return after a serious knee injury. Predicted line-ups Man United XI: Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Dalot, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo, Cunha; Sesko Arsenal XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli Odds Man United win 13/5 Draw 9/4 Arsenal win 2/1 The Independent vets betting sites for useability, security and responsible gambling tools. You can claim free bets here to use across a range of sports. Please read the terms. Prediction This one could be lively with both sides desperate for the points. Arsenal's record is not impressive at Old Trafford, with two wins in 11, and the feel-good factor at Old Trafford could carry them to a point.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Wolves vs Manchester City - Premier League: Live score, team news and updates as Pep Guardiola's men kick start their new campaign at Molineux
Are we ready for some more footie? Today may not have been the most entertaining of days in the Premier League, which is a shame given it's the opening weekend, but it's not over yet. Now it's over to Molineux to save the day for us. Manchester City start their bid to get the crown back against Vitor Pereira's Wolves on what is set to be an emotional day in the Midlands. Wolves will pay tribute to the late Diogo Jota prior to kick-off, the man who delivered so many incredible moments in the gold shirt. Right, let's get this blog started.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Amorim on Šeško; Pep praises Grealish exit; Arteta hails Gyökeres
Welcome to Friday's round up of press conferences from the Premier League's managers ahead of opening weekend. 2025-08-15T13:42:53Z Here's more from Unai Emery as Villa prepare to face Newcastle ... 2025-08-15T13:38:41Z Nuno's the last name to speak today and he's here talking about Forest being short of options ... 2025-08-15T13:32:41Z After Farke's words earlier, it's official ... 2025-08-15T13:30:49Z Pep on Rodri here ... 2025-08-15T13:26:39Z McAtee and his future is next up ... 2025-08-15T13:24:16Z Pep on any potential exits ... 2025-08-15T13:20:59Z Going into the new season with a spring in his step ... 2025-08-15T13:20:42Z Some more from the great man ... 2025-08-15T13:20:04Z Here's Pep on Jack Grealish's move to Everton ... 2025-08-15T13:17:56Z It's Newcastle up first for Villa ... 2025-08-15T13:17:28Z Emery has given some injury updates ahead of the new season ... 2025-08-15T13:05:34Z 2025-08-15T13:01:03Z Pep Guardiola is the last major name left to speak to the press and should be here any moment ... 2025-08-15T12:57:40Z Glasner has also given his thoughts on their expulsion from the Europa League ... 2025-08-15T12:53:43Z Oliver Glasner has given an injury report ahead of their game with Chelsea ... 2025-08-15T12:52:13Z More from the Man United manager as his side prepares to face Arsenal ... 2025-08-15T12:46:26Z Ruben Amorim has made his ambitions clear ... 2025-08-15T12:44:30Z Here's more from Farke on that new arrival ... 2025-08-15T12:41:50Z More from the Everton boss ... 2025-08-15T12:41:22Z A spiky comment from Moyes to start the season off with ... 2025-08-15T12:39:00Z Here's Arteta speaking ahead of their game with Manchester United ... 2025-08-15T12:37:25Z Some more from the Leeds boss on their hunt for a striker ... 2025-08-15T12:36:21Z A new arrival at Leeds, according to Farke ... 2025-08-15T12:34:40Z More from Amorim ... 2025-08-15T12:32:19Z We could be in for a high-profile debut ... 2025-08-15T12:31:57Z Amorim is speaking to reporters now ... 2025-08-15T12:26:21Z And with that, McAtee is taking a step closer to becoming a Nottingham Forest player ... 2025-08-15T12:23:21Z Nuno won't be speaking for another few minutes but here's some quotes he told Sky Sports earlier today ... 2025-08-15T12:18:06Z Daniel Farke will be speaking to the media very soon ... 2025-08-15T12:13:06Z That Doak move to Bournemouth edges a step closer ... 2025-08-15T12:10:50Z Emery will be speaking to the media very soon ... 2025-08-15T11:57:04Z This could be a great move for Bournemouth ... 2025-08-15T11:52:29Z In case you missed it earlier, here's Maresca's thoughts on Chelsea needing a new central defender ... 2025-08-15T11:48:26Z A huge signing in the women's game has been confirmed ... 2025-08-15T11:46:10Z A story here from our friends at the Evening Standard about Wissa's potential move to Newcastle. Read more. 2025-08-15T11:44:22Z The West Ham squad having been giving their thoughts on how will have a break-out season this time around? 2025-08-15T11:40:51Z Another new signing potentially coming in at Sunderland ... 2025-08-15T11:35:38Z As confirmed by Arne Slot yesterday, Diogo Jota's wife and children will be at Anfield later tonight ... 2025-08-15T11:30:05Z Who are you picking in your fantasy team? 2025-08-15T10:25:04Z An olive branch has also been extended to the striker who has made his desperation to depart clear. 2025-08-15T10:24:35Z Elsewhere, Eddie Howe does anticipate still having exiled striker Alexander Isak in his squad when the transfer window closes - although he has been left out for their opening weekend clash with Aston Villa. 2025-08-15T10:18:51Z Chelsea's Enzo Maresca has called upon the club to make another signing following the ACL injury to Levi Colwill. 2025-08-15T10:16:49Z An injury update was also provided by the Tottenham head coach. 2025-08-15T10:15:30Z Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has came out strongly against fans who racially abused striker Mathys Tel in the wake of their Super Cup loss to PSG. 2025-08-15T10:13:37Z First up, Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler does not expect Manchester United target Carlos Baleba to depart before the deadline. 2025-08-15T10:02:31Z Ahead of the fixtures, we will provide updates from several managers ahead of their opening games. 2025-08-15T10:02:05Z The Premier League is back! The action returns tonight with an opening day showdown between champions Liverpool and Bournemouth.
Yahoo
09-08-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Stuck at it' - Still feels Stephens 'deserved' dramatic winner against Wrexham
SAINTS boss Will Still insisted captain Jack Stephens deserved his late winner against Wrexham after facing criticism since signing a new deal. Stephens, who penned fresh terms until 2028 this summer, scored a 96th-minute winner for Saints to secure a chaotic 2-1 win on the opening weekend. The 31 year old was in the right place to thump in off the underside of the crossbar after summer signing Damion Downs failed to make contact with a cross. Skipper Stephens celebrated in front of the Northam Wall as St Mary's descended into celebrations not seen here since Southampton's play-off victory over West Brom. "It's massive, it's massive. We know Stevo gets a fair bit of criticism. He's made his mistakes, we all know that," said Still. Jack Stephens celebrates after Saints secure a late, late win at St Mary's. (Image: Stuart Martin) "He knows that better than anyone. One, he's a really good human being. People tend to forget that because we're footballers and we're a bit of a limelight. "He probably deserves this as well. He's always stuck at it, and he's always been positive. Like I said, he's a good person to have around. "Grit and determination to bring the energy and the place alive helped us somehow bundle that ball over the line at the end, which is good. "It's also showing having Stevo there in the 96th minute is where we want to go. It's a great way to start." Manning, who set up the goal with his cross from the left, added: "It's brilliant. It was one of those days where we could have rolled over and carried on from last year, but we didn't." Manning had pulled Saints level six minutes before the winner with an unstoppable free-kick as the clock ticked into added time. His contribution was enough to see him claim the man of the match award, despite replacing Welington after 72 minutes. Manager Still joked he was unsure about that decision by the broadcasters, but could not take anything away from the Irishman's quality. "We know he's got a good left foot, that's why we brought him on. We wanted to get the ball to the box with Roscoe (Ross Stewart) and Damion and Cam Archer in there," he explained. "We know how important set-pieces are and are going to be in the Championship. The man of the match after 20 minutes is questionable, but fair play to him, it's a good strike."
BBC News
03-08-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Scottish Premiership: Promoted Falkirk host Dundee Utd in first of three games
Update: Date: 13:22 BST Title: Two draws kick-off season Content: Scottish Premiership As Celtic host St Mirren in the late kick-off at 16:30, Brendan Rodgers' reigning champions already have a chance to put daylight between themselves and likely closest title challengers Rangers. New Ibrox head coach Russell Martin was left lambasting the mentality of his players as they were held to a 1-1 draw by hosts Motherwell. Meanwhile, promoted Livingston came from two goals down to grab a point away to Kilmarnock. You can catch up with the highlights on BBC Sportscene below. This video can not be played Extended highlights of Kilmarnock v Livingston and Motherwell v Rangers. Update: Date: 13:17 BST Title: Listen to Sportsound Content: BBC Radio Scotland Sportsound's build-up to today's games is well under way on BBC Radio Scotland. Former Clyde manager Ian McCall and ex-Queen's Park boss Callum Davidson are the pundits joining host Richard Gordon. Press the button at the top of the page to listen. Update: Date: 13:15 BST Title: Two down, three more today Content: Scottish Premiership Welcome to Scottish Premiership opening weekend Part II. After yesterday's two draws at Rugby Park and Fir Park, we have three games with staggered kick-offs, including two title flag days for Premiership champions Celtic and Championship winners Falkirk. Stay with us for the build-up, live commentary and post-match reaction on BBC Radio Scotland's Sportsound and here online. Today's Premiership action starts in Falkirk
