Chelsea to face Liverpool without shirt sponsor
Chelsea will begin their Premier League campaign against Liverpool without a shirt sponsor.
2023-08-12 21:24
England defeats spirited Colombia 2-1 to reach Women's World Cup semifinals
England ground out a 2-1 victory over a spirited Colombia to reach the Women's World Cup semifinals on Saturday, as goals from Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo punished defensive errors.
2023-08-12 20:53
Pep Guardiola voices concerns over new Kevin De Bruyne injury
Pep Guardiola offers an update on Kevin De Bruyne's hamstring injury after the Burnley victory.
2023-08-12 19:57
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest LIVE: Premier League team news and line-ups as Declan Rice starts but kick-off delayed
The 2023/24 Premier League season is under way and you can follow every game and every goal right here with The Independent. This year sees Manchester City try to defend their crown and claim a historic fourth title in succession. Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering City, who also won the Champions League and FA Cup last season, will have to see off Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and the rest to claim an unprecedented sixth league title in seven years. Meanwhile Luton Town are making their first appearance in the Premier League, having risen from non-league in an incredible decade of progress. They followed Championship winners Burnley and second-placed Sheffield United in earning promotion to the top flight. Follow the latest action from the Premier League below.
2023-08-12 19:56
Kepa Arrizabalaga among Real Madrid options after Yassine Bounou talks stall
Chelsea's Kepa Arrizabalaga is among Real Madrid's top goalkeeper targets after talks over Sevilla's Yassine Bounou stalled.
2023-08-12 19:51
Christian Eriksen explains role in Rasmus Hojlund's move to Man Utd
Christian Eriksen explains how he helped convince Ramsus Hojlund to join Man Utd.
2023-08-12 19:29
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2023-08-12 19:25
Sergi Roberto admits talking to 'excited' Neymar about Barcelona return
Barcelona captain Sergi Roberto claims Neymar is excited by the idea of returning to Catalonia this summer. The 31-year-old has been put up for sale by Paris Saint-Germain and wants to leave the club.
2023-08-12 19:24
Watch live as England and Colombia fans arrive for Women’s World Cup quarter-final
Watch live as England and Colombia fans arrive at Stadium Australia for the Women’s World Cup quarter-final on Saturday 12 August. The Lionesses have had to dig deep for three of their four wins at the tournament, but goalkeeper Mary Earps insisted there are “so many more levels” for the team to reach ahead of the last eight meeting. After finishing goalless in normal time against Nigeria in their last 16 fixture, England advanced with a penalty shoot-out win. It was a tricky test for Sarina Wiegman’s side, who were reduced to 10 when Lauren James was sent off for a stamp on Michelle Alozie, but Earps believes “the best is yet to come”. “I think it’s an exciting time to be an England player for sure, but we have to earn that right every day,” the goalkeeper said. Colombia, meanwhile, knocked Jamaica out in the last 16 after a famous win against Germany in their group. Read More Harry Kane hints at future Tottenham return after completing Bayern Munich move Ange Postecoglou backs Richarlison as Tottenham deal with Harry Kane exit Harry Kane’s highs and lows at Tottenham as he signs with Bayern Munich
2023-08-12 18:52
England vs Colombia LIVE: Toone replaces James for crucial clash as Australia and France into shoot-out
England face Colombia in the Women’s World Cup quarter-finals as the Lionesses continue their knockout campaign in Sydney. The European champions survived a major scare against Nigeria in the last-16, and know they will need to improve when they take on a dangerous Colombia side, who shocked heavyweights Germany in the group stages. Sarina Wiegman’s side are without star forward Lauren James, who is suspended for the quarter-final. James has been replaced in the line-up by Ella Toone. The Lionesses will know who could await them in the semi-finals before facing Colombia, as hosts Australia and France goes to penalties in Brisbane. There will be a new winner of the Women’s World Cup this year after Sweden knocked out Japan on Friday, setting up a clash with Spain on the other side of the draw. Follow live updates from the Women’s World Cup quarter-finals, and get the latest England vs Colombia odds here Read More Women’s World Cup TV schedule: How to watch every match today England reach World Cup dividing line as Sarina Wiegman faces crunch decision How many games will Lauren James miss at Women’s World Cup after red card? Women’s World Cup golden boot: Who’s leading the top-scorer standings?
2023-08-12 17:55
Is Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest on TV? How to watch Premier League fixture
With their sights set on another title challenge, Arsenal will hope to get their Premier League season off to a good start as they host Nottingham Forest. Mikel Arteta’s side led the way for much of last season but faded late on as Manchester City secured a third successive title. It has been a productive summer at the Emirates Stadium, with Declan Rice a marquee midfield addition and Kai Havertz likely to provide plenty of creativity. Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, are hoping to build after securing a second season in the top flight after a long time out of the Premier League, though Steve Cooper must contend with trips to Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City before the end of September. Here’s everything you need to know. When is Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest? Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest is due to kick off at 12.30pm BST on Saturday 12 August at the Emirates Stadium in London. How can I watch it? Viewers in the United Kingdom will be able to watch the match live on the rebranded TNT Sports 1 channel, with coverage from 11am BST. The streaming home of TNT Sports is on discovery+. Team news After their involvement in the Community Shield last weekend, Mikel Arteta could hand Arsenal league debuts to Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber. Gabriel Jesus has been ruled out of the start of the season after undergoing knee surgery, though, but Oleksandr Zinchenko is moving closer to a return from his calf issue after featuring in last weekend’s Game4Ukraine. Steve Cooper has confirmed that Felipe (knee), Moussa Niakhate (elbow) and Taiwo Awoniyi (ankle) are injured for the visit to the Emirates, though Brennan Johnson is available for selection. Cooper may utilise a back three in front of Matt Turner, who joined the club from Arsenal this week. Predicted line-ups Arsenal XI: Ramsdale; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Partey, Rice, Odegaard; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli Nottingham Forest XI: Worrall, Boly, McKenna; Aurier, Yates, Danilo, Mangala, Aina; Gibbs-White, Johnson. Odds Arsenal win 1/5 Draw 7/1 Nottingham Forest win 15/1 Prediction Arsenal get their campaign up and running with a solid victory. Arsenal 3-1 Nottingham Forest Read More Premier League LIVE: Chelsea and Liverpool battle for Moises Caicedo and Harry Kane latest Harry Kane set to complete Bayern move after late Tottenham request The Mikel Arteta transfer gambles that will shape Arsenal’s season Where Harry Kane’s big-money move stands in British football history 5 English success stories Harry Kane will look to emulate in Germany ‘Not my decision’ whether I get time to transform Chelsea – Mauricio Pochettino
2023-08-12 17:53
How Harry Kane fee compares to most expensive signings in Bayern Munich history
After agreeing to a €100m fee with Tottenham Hotspur, here's how Harry Kane's transfer ranks among Bayern Munich's most expensive signings of all time.
2023-08-12 16:58
