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Fletcher to take charge for FA Cup - but Man Utd problems far bigger
Darren Fletcher will remain in charge of Manchester United for their FA Cup match against Brighton - as the club battle problems that go far deeper than sorting out managerial uncertainty.
Published yesterday at 12:21 am on BBC Football
'Idiot' or 'understandable'? Martinelli apologises for pushing Bradley
Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli is criticised for pushing Conor Bradley while he was down injured - but Liverpool boss Arne Slot defends him.
Published an hour ago on BBC Football
‘He didn’t realise’: Arteta defends Martinelli over Bradley incident
Mikel Arteta and Arne Slot both defended Gabriel Martinelli after the Brazil forward escaped a red card for trying to push an injured Conor Bradley off the pitch during the goalless draw
Published 2 hours ago on Guardian - Premier League
Liverpool stop 'bleeding' but need their own cutting edge
Liverpool have stopped bleeding but must now find some cutting edge in front of goal, writes Aadam Patel.
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
Return of the Emirates Groan: Arsenal fans restless on night of stalemate with Liverpool | Jonathan Liew
Only one club are sitting pretty at the top of the Premier League, but the supporters’ anxiety after 22 years without the title risks infecting the players
Published 2 hours ago on Guardian - Premier League
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
Football Daily
Could Arsenal have done more to get a home win against Liverpool?
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
Slot pleased with 'disciplined' Liverpool performance
Liverpool boss Arne Slot is full of praise for how "disciplined" his side were as they held Premier League leaders Arsenal to a 0-0 draw at Emirates Stadium.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
Arsenal too 'unprecise' with final ball - Arteta
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta feels his side were too "unprecise" with their final ball as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Liverpool at Emirates Stadium.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
Arsenal extend lead at top of table after draw against Liverpool
Arsenal miss the chance to move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League after they were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Liverpool.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
Man City finalising deal for USA midfielder Coffey
Manchester City are finalising a deal to bring in United States midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
| Premier League Results Thursday 8th January 2026 | ||
| Arsenal | v | Liverpool |
| Premier League Fixtures Saturday 17th January 2026 | ||
| Chelsea | v | Brentford |
| Leeds | v | Fulham |
| Liverpool | v | Burnley |
| Man Utd | v | Man City |
| Nottm Forest | v | Arsenal |
| Sunderland | v | Palace |
| Tottenham | v | West Ham |
| Premier League Table | ||||
| Pos | Team | Pld | GD | Pts |
| 1 | Arsenal | 20 | 26 | 48 |
| 2 | Man City | 21 | 26 | 43 |
| 3 | Aston Villa | 21 | 9 | 43 |
| 4 | Liverpool | 20 | 4 | 34 |
| 5 | Newcastle | 21 | 5 | 32 |