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'I've surprised myself' - Ballard on Premier League step-up
Sunderland defender Daniel Ballard admits he had "doubts" that he would be able to step up to the Premier League, but says he has been "surprised" by his and the Black Cats' start to life back in the top flight.
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
After agony in Morocco, what's next for Salah with club and country?
What does Mo Salah's future hold for Liverpool and Egypt after their Afcon disappointment?
Published an hour ago on BBC Football
Richarlison out for seven weeks with hamstring injury
Tottenham forward Richarlison is ruled out for up to seven weeks with a hamstring injury.
Published an hour ago on BBC Football
Aberdeen manager shortlist 'in a few more days'
Aberdeen will be closer to a managerial shortlist "in a few more days", says sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel.
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
Wrexham's O'Connor fined for FA betting offences
Wrexham's Tom O'Connor - currently on loan at Peterborough United - has been fined for breaches of the Football Association's betting rules.
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
Buonanotte joins Leeds as Chelsea loan cut short
Brighton midfielder Facundo Buonanotte joins Leeds on loan after the Argentine's temporary spell at Chelsea is cut short.
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
Scotland's Clarke open to new players but loyal to 'core group'
Steve Clarke is open to potential new faces in his Scotland squad but hints his player pool for the World Cup will be along familiar lines.
Published 2 hours ago on BBC Football
Charlton sign Scotland striker Dykes from Birmingham
Charlton Athletic sign Scotland striker Lyndon Dykes from Birmingham City on a permanent transfer.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
In a dreary season for Wolves, Mateus Mané has offered hope for the future
The teenager was on the books at non-league Rochdale two years ago. Now he is the star attraction for a Premier League club
Published 3 hours ago on Guardian - Premier League
Rejections, depression & promise to his mum - Thiago's route to top
Igor Thiago's route to the Premier League has been far from straightforward - and BBC Sport charts the rise of the record-breaking Brazilian striker.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
More Than The Score
Big names have shone at the Africa Cup of Nations. How will they fare at the World Cup?
Published 4 hours ago on BBC Football
| Premier League Results Thursday 8th January 2026 | ||
| Arsenal | 0 - 0 | 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 | 21 | 26 | 49 |
| 2 | Man City | 21 | 26 | 43 |
| 3 | Aston Villa | 21 | 9 | 43 |
| 4 | Liverpool | 21 | 4 | 35 |
| 5 | Brentford | 21 | 7 | 33 |