Arteta backs Eze to deliver magic for Arsenal

New recruit Eberechi Eze will create “magic moments” and take Arsenal to a different level, according to Gunners manager Mikel Arteta.

Tottenham stun Manchester City with dominant 2-0 win

A new-look Manchester City showed familiar frailties as Tottenham strolled to a 2-0 win at the Etihad on Saturday, while Aston Villa slumped to a 1-0 defeat to Brentford.

Chelsea thrash West Ham, heap pressure on Potter

Chelsea came from behind to thrash West Ham 5-1 on Friday and leave former Blues boss Graham Potter under pressure just two games into the Premier League season.

Bayern run riot with Kane hat-trick, Diaz brilliance

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said he had formed an “instant connection” with winger Luis Diaz after a 6-0 home win over RB Leipzig in the season opener on Friday.

Frank demands commitment after Spurs suffer transfer setback

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank said he does not want players who are not committed to the club after Eberechi Eze rejected Spurs to close in on a move to north London rivals Arsenal.

Nuno concerned as Forest job hangs in balance

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo said his relationship with the club’s outspoken owner Evangelos Marinakis has deteriorated amid speculation the Portuguese coach could soon be sacked.

Arsenal edge United in gritty Old Trafford battle

Manchester United’s expensively-assembled new forward line drew a blank as Arsenal began their quest for the Premier League title by grinding out a 1-0 win at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Newcastle announce signing of Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey

Newcastle on Sunday announced they had signed midfielder Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa.

Chelsea held to stalemate by Crystal Palace

Chelsea suffered a Club World Cup hangover as they were lucky to escape with a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace to open their Premier League campaign on Sunday.

Barcelona cruise to easy win over Mallorca

Spanish champions Barcelona opened their Liga campaign on Saturday with an island cruise as they played almost an hour against nine men on their way to a 3-0 victory in Mallorca.