Arteta backs confident Gyokeres to hit ‘highest level’

Mikel Arteta said Viktor Gyokeres has raised his game to the “highest level” after the much-criticised striker scored twice in a 3-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday.

Gyokeres double lifts Arsenal nine clear

Arsenal moved nine points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory against Sunderland, while Tottenham boss Thomas Frank faced renewed calls for his sacking after a 2-0 defeat at Manchester United on Saturday.

Man Utd make hay after Spurs’ Romero sees red

Manchester United profited from Tottenham captain Cristian Romero’s red card to stretch their perfect start under Michael Carrick to four games with a 2-0 win at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Saturday.

Arteta apologises to Rosenior after disrespect row

Mikel Arteta has apologised to Liam Rosenior after the Chelsea boss accused Arsenal of a lack of respect before their League Cup semi-final clash.

Guardiola: Haaland is ‘world’s best striker’

Pep Guardiola insisted Erling Haaland is the “best striker in the world” despite refusing to confirm if the misfiring Manchester City star will start Sunday’s crucial clash with Liverpool.

Carrick on significance of Munich air disaster to club history

Michael Carrick said his Manchester United players must “understand the history” of the Munich air disaster as the club prepare to mark the 68th anniversary of the tragedy.

Howe trusts Tonali not to follow Isak out of door

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is confident Sandro Tonali will not try to engineer a move away from the Magpies despite speculation linking the Italian international to Arsenal. Rumours of a shock deadline day move to the Gunners on Monday were quickly quashed after reports in Italy claimed a representative of Tonali had contacted Arsenal. Newcastle’s preparations for the season were… Read more →

Rodri rages that officials ‘don’t want’ Man City to win

Manchester City midfielder Rodri called on referees “to be neutral” in a furious tirade after their Premier League title bid suffered another setback following a 2-2 draw at Tottenham.

Three talking points from the Premier League weekend

Arsenal moved a step closer to ending a 22-year wait to win the Premier League title after a dream weekend for the Gunners extended their lead to six points.

Arsenal stretch lead, as Chelsea stages dramatic comeback

Arsenal settled fears of a collapse in their pursuit of a first Premier League title in 22 years by thrashing Leeds 4-0 on Saturday as Chelsea came from two goals down to beat West Ham 3-2.