Gylfi Sigurdsson’s penalty denies Chelsea from reaching Premier League summit
Chelsea missed the chance to go top of the Premier League as they slipped to defeat at Goodison Park against Everton.
Manchester City
United and City play out drab derby draw while Newcastle beat the Baggies
Manchester United and Manchester City cancelled each other out in a drab goalless derby draw.
Rachel Corsie column: Glasgow City need to be a lot livelier to keep Champions League bid alive
The last 32 began later than usual in the Uefa Women’s Champions League this week.
Which teams can English clubs face in the Champions League last 16?
The group stage of the 2020-2021 Champions League was completed on Wednesday night, with 16 teams set to progress through to the knock-out stage.
Focus on opposition as Premier League quartet return to Champions League action
English clubs are back in Champions League action again this week as the final round of group stage matches takes place.
Tosin Adarabioyo backed to develop into top-class Premier League defender
Fulham manager Scott Parker believes Tosin Adarabioyo has the potential to become a “top Premier League centre-half” ahead of their clash with his former club Manchester City on Saturday.
Scott Parker insists Fulham travel to Manchester City in confident spirits
Scott Parker wants his Fulham side to use the morale boost that came with victory at Leicester as they face one of their toughest challenges of the season when they travel to Manchester City on Saturday.
Paul Walsh reveals drink problem meant he could not make training on a Monday
Former Liverpool and Tottenham striker Paul Walsh has revealed how his alcohol problem was so bad he could not make training on a Monday and was was “drunk-driving” everywhere.
Liverpool at Premier League summit after Brighton draw marked by VAR controversy
Liverpool edged back to the top of the Premier League table on Saturday but their 1-1 draw at Brighton was marked by controversy over VAR and the post-match frustrations of manager Jurgen Klopp.
Extra edge to Spurs and Chelsea clash while Man City and Arsenal go for goals
The relentless schedule of football continues this weekend with big matches at the top and the bottom of the Premier League.
Manchester City still a ‘top side’ despite early-season struggles – Sean Dyche
Burnley boss Sean Dyche does not see Manchester City as a weaker side despite their struggles this season.
Premier League confirms Christmas fixture schedule – when are the key games?
The Premier League fixtures for December have been confirmed, with plenty of changes for live broadcasts across the hectic festive schedule.
Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope faces race to be fit for Man City clash
Burnley could be without Nick Pope for their Premier League trip to Manchester City on Saturday.
Eric Dier: Tottenham players determined to prove Jose Mourinho critics wrong
Eric Dier says proving the critics of Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho wrong has given the squad extra motivation in their pursuit of silverware this season.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Dean Henderson is looking to leave Manchester United on loan as he seeks first-team football to be in with a shout of a spot at the delayed Euro 2020, with the Sun reporting Leeds and Brighton could look to make a move in January.
Pep Guardiola wary not to expect too much of striker Sergio Aguero
Pep Guardiola has spoken about his dilemma regarding Manchester City’s record goalscorer Sergio Aguero who was an unused substitute in Saturday’s 2-0 defeat at Tottenham.
Gabriel Jesus handball and penalty debate – the weekend’s VAR incidents
Saturday’s Premier League games featured more refereeing and rules controversies and further debate around the VAR system.
Tottenham facing up to Toby Alderweireld absence after ‘bad’ injury
Jose Mourinho is braced for Tottenham to be without defender Toby Alderweireld for the foreseeable future but insisted there was nobody to blame for the centre-back’s injury in the 2-0 win over Manchester City.
Jose Mourinho relishes ‘proper team performance’ as clinical Spurs sink Man City
A “super happy” Jose Mourinho praised the discipline of his Tottenham team after a 2-0 win over Manchester City sent them top of the Premier League.
Tottenham produce trademark Jose Mourinho performance to beat Manchester City
Jose Mourinho watched Tottenham produce one of his trademark performances to secure a 2-0 Premier League win over Manchester City and send out a message in the title race as they moved back to the top of the table for at least 24 hours.
Tottenham top Premier League after Jose Mourinho masterminds win against City
Jose Mourinho watched Tottenham produce one of his trademark performances to secure a 2-0 home win over Manchester City and send out a message in the Premier League title race.
Jose Mourinho asks which managers pressure players into not playing for England
Jose Mourinho has called on England boss Gareth Southgate to name the managers pressurising their players to pull out of international duty – as he fully expects Raheem Sterling to start against Tottenham on Saturday.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Pep Guardiola’s commitment to Manchester City has reportedly re-energised the club’s pursuit of Lionel Messi. The Daily Mirror says Guardiola agreeing to a new deal will add extra incentive for Messi to swap the Nou Camp for the Etihad Stadium next year. The paper adds club bosses believe the 33-year-old Argentinian is the final piece needed for City to claim Champions League glory.
Trophies won in style but defensive issues remain – Man City under Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has signed a new two-year deal with Manchester City to extend his stay at the Etihad Stadium to seven years.
Manchester City to give inquest statement on support offered to ex-youth player
Manchester City will be asked to provide a statement for the inquest of former youth-team player Jeremy Wisten about the support it offered him, a coroner has said.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say The Manchester Evening News says Erling Haaland is considered the leading target for Manchester City as they look to prioritise signing a top-class striker next summer. According to the paper, which cites a report from 90min, the 20-year-old goal-scoring machine is at the top of the list of potential alternatives for Sergio Aguero, who is yet to sign an extension with City.
Sporting weekend in pictures
During a Premier League weekend where the lead changed hand on a number of occasions it was Leicester who ended in top spot after a 1-0 win over Wolves on Sunday thanks to a controversial Jamie Vardy penalty.
Jurgen Klopp accepts he might not have prepared properly for last Man City clash
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp accepts he might not have prepared properly for their last meeting with Manchester City having won the Premier League the week before.
Manchester food banks call on City and United to pay staff the living wage
Manchester food banks have called on the city’s Premier League clubs to pay their staff the real living wage.
Gabriel Jesus sets sights on Liverpool after scoring return for Manchester City
Gabriel Jesus has set his sights on Liverpool after making a goalscoring return to action for Manchester City.