Three talking points from the Premier League weekend

Title challengers Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal all made winning starts but in contrasting fashion on the first weekend of the Premier League season.

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.

Brentford break club-record for Bournemouth winger

Brentford have signed Dango Ouattara from Bournemouth for a reported £42 million ($58 million), in a deal that could free up Yoane Wissa to join Newcastle.

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.

WATCH: Rashford talks settling in at Barcelona

Marcus Rashford joins Gary Lineker and Micah Richards for an exclusive conversation, reflecting on his exciting new chapter at FC Barcelona.

Preview | Arsenal seek solid start against Manchester United

Arsenal come into the clash off a strong 2024/25 campaign for the 25/26 Premier League season and look to extend their home dominance against the Red Devils, while United have had an inconsistent run but remain dangerous, particularly in transition.

Preview | Villa host Newcastle in high-stakes showdown

Aston Villa and Newcastle United are set to clash in what promises to be one of the most compelling early-season Premier League encounters.

Liverpool overcome Bournemouth in thrilling Premier League opener

Liverpool struck twice in the final minutes through Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah to overcome a battling Bournemouth 4-2 in a thrilling start to the Premier League season on Friday.

Leeds bolster attack with Dominic Calvert-Lewin signing

Leeds signed former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer on Friday as the newly-promoted club gear up for their Premier League campaign.