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PL Preview: Man City Clash With Newcastle As Spurs Host Man Utd
14 Feb

PL Preview: Man City Clash With Newcastle As Spurs Host Man Utd

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Potential thrillers pitting Manchester City against Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur against Manchester United will headline Matchday 25 of the 2024-25 Premier League season this weekend. There is no better place to get your season-long ticket to the best football the world has to offer than DStv! Manchester City will welcome Newcastle United to the Etihad Stadium on the late afternoon of Saturday 15 February, as Pep Guardiola’s Citizens look to prove that they are getting back to their best – though the physical intensity offered by the Magpies will certainly stretch the reigning Premier League champions. An ace up City’s sleeve is…
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Watch The Premier League’s Documentary On Ghana’s Adam Wharton Who Was The First Black Professional Footballer
24 Oct

Watch The Premier League’s Documentary On Ghana’s Adam Wharton Who Was The First Black Professional Footballer

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The Premier League has paid tribute to Adam Wharton, who was the first black man to play football professionally. Adam Wharton was born on October 28, 1865, at Jamestown in Accra, Ghana. His father, Henry Wharton, was a missionary from Grenada, while his mother, Annie Florence Egyiriba, was a Fante. Adam Wharton’s footballing career started in 1882 when he moved to England to further his education. Adam Wharton’s football career commenced at Darlington FC. He went on to play for English clubs such as Preston North End (PNE), Rotherham Town, Sheffield United, Stockport County, Stalybridge Rovers, and Ashton North End.…
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Change Needed To ‘Protect’ Academy Players – Maresca
06 Aug

Change Needed To ‘Protect’ Academy Players – Maresca

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Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has called on the Premier League to change their financial rules so clubs do not feel “compelled” to sell academy players. When clubs sell academy graduates the entire transfer fee goes down as ‘pure profit’ in their accounts and can help them navigate the top flight’s strict profit and sustainability rules. Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher, 24, who has been at the club since he was eight, has agreed to join Atletico Madrid in a £33m deal. Mason Mount (£55m), Lewis Hall (£28m), Ruben Loftus-Cheek (£15m), Ian Maatsen (£35m), Callum Hudson-Odoi (£5m) and Billy Gilmour (£7.5m) are among…
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Villa’s Coutinho Joins Vasco Da Gama On Loan
10 Jul

Villa’s Coutinho Joins Vasco Da Gama On Loan

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Aston Villa midfielder Philippe Coutinho has joined Brazilian Serie A side Vasco da Gama on a season-long loan. The Brazil international has been loaned out again after spending last season at Al-Duhail in Qatar. Coutinho still has two years left on the contract he signed when he joined Villa permanently from Barcelona for £17m in 2022, six months after initially signing on loan. The 32-year-old made just two substitute appearances last term before moving to Doha and has scored six goals in 43 games for Villa. Coutinho, who has also played for Inter Milan and Liverpool, made an instant impact…
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Premier League Clubs’ £1Bn Of Losses In 11 Charts
05 Apr

Premier League Clubs’ £1Bn Of Losses In 11 Charts

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It has been called “the season of asterisks” but, with Premier League charges and points deductions dominating the news agenda, understanding football finances has become crucial for fans. Everton and Nottingham Forest’s rule breaches off the pitch could have a big say in the relegation battle on it, while Wolves, Aston Villa and Leicester have posted eye-watering losses in recent weeks. With the help of football finance expert Kieran Maguire and his database of club accounts up to 2023, BBC Sport attempts to break down the overall Premier League picture in 11 charts. At the time of publication, full 2023 accounts were…
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Chelsea Sign Romeo Lavia From Southampton
18 Aug

Chelsea Sign Romeo Lavia From Southampton

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Belgian youngster Romeo Lavia has sealed a move to Chelsea after successful negotiations, the club has announced. The midfielder had a great campaign with Southampton last season appearing in 29 Premier League games which triggered the interest of a number of teams including Liverpool and Chelsea. The 19-year-old however, opted to join Chelsea in a £58m deal which would see him join a plethora of talents in midfield including the two British record signings Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez “I’m really happy to join Chelsea and be a part of this exciting project. It’s an amazing football club with a…
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Gabriel Jesus To Miss Start Of Premier League Season
03 Aug

Gabriel Jesus To Miss Start Of Premier League Season

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Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has had minor knee surgery and will miss the start of the Premier League season. Jesus did not play in Wednesday’s pre-season win over Monaco and manager Mikel Arteta confirmed afterwards that the Brazil forward will be out “for a few weeks” after a “little procedure”. The 26-year-old’s injury is related to the knee problems he had last season, which also required surgery. “It’s a big blow because we had him back to his best,” said Arteta. Speaking after Arsenal beat Monaco 6-5 on penalties following a 1-1 draw at Emirates Stadium, the Gunners boss said…
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2023/34 PL Season: Opening Five Fixtures For Man City, Arsenal And Rest Of ‘Big Six’
15 Jun

2023/34 PL Season: Opening Five Fixtures For Man City, Arsenal And Rest Of ‘Big Six’

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The fixture schedule for the 2023/24 Premier League season has been released, with league champions and treble winners, Manchester City going away to Burnley. Man City, on August 11, will meet a familiar face at Turf Moor, where Vincent Kompany is boss. Meanwhile, Arsenal return to Nottingham, where they lost last season’s title race. The Gunners, who are currently chasing a deal for Declan Rice, will be looking to avenge that 1-0 defeat on August 12. Chelsea and Liverpool will headline the opening weekend as the first ‘Big Six’ clash. Both clubs had underwhelming terms last season, and will look…
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Thomas Partey Still Doubtful For Arsenal’s Clash Against Aston Villa
17 Feb

Thomas Partey Still Doubtful For Arsenal’s Clash Against Aston Villa

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that midfielder Thomas Partey’s availability for Saturday’s trip to Aston Villa remains uncertain. Partey missed Wednesday’s 3-1 loss to Manchester City due to a muscular injury, causing Arsenal to relinquish their lead in the Premier League table. Although Partey’s injury is not deemed serious, Arteta stated the player is still feeling some discomfort and will be under observation, leading up to the lunchtime kickoff. “We have to assess him (on Friday) again,” Arteta said. “He had a little muscle discomfort and will be assessed this morning.” After spending a significant amount of time on…
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Andre Ayew Explains Decision To Join Nottingham Forest
03 Feb

Andre Ayew Explains Decision To Join Nottingham Forest

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Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew, has detailed the rationale behind his decision to join Nottingham Forest ahead of Everton. The 33-year-old penned a six-month deal with the Reds following his departure from Al Sadd after mutually terminating his contract. Upon his return to the Premier League, the Ghanaian was also linked with Everton but chose to reunite with his former boss, Steve Cooper at the City Ground. Speaking in his first interview with the club, Ayew revealed why he chose Nottingham Forest. “It’s a great feeling to sign for Nottingham Forest,” he said. “I know how big the club is…
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