Arsenal still in control of title race, Liverpool need improvements play Why Arsenal draw to Liverpool doesn’t affect the title race (0:39) Frank Leboeuf discusses why Arsenal’s goalless draw to Liverpool won’t affect their advantage in the Premier League title race. (0:39) James Olley Close James Olley Senior Writer, ESPN FC James Olley is a…

Premier League live updates: Arsenal-Liverpool ESPN Jan 8, 2026, 07:30 PM Email Print We have more Premier League action this week and we have a heavyweight clash for this Thursday as league leaders Arsenal take on defending champions Liverpool in a clash that could have a huge effect on the title race. Enjoy the updates…

Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE: Latest updates as Gunners look to go eight points clear at top play Arteta: Arsenal have a point to prove every match until May (0:41) Mikel Arteta says Arsenal must keep proving themselves worthy of top spot in the Premier League, starting with their clash against champions Liverpool. (0:41) Shubi Arun…

Tottenham make €15m offer for Santos defender Souza – sources play How Semenyo exposed Tottenham’s defensive issues (1:47) Shaka Hislop and Ale Moreno discuss Spurs’ 3-2 defeat to Bournemouth after Antoine Semenyo’s late winner. (1:47) James OlleyJan 8, 2026, 03:56 PM Close James Olley is a senior soccer writer for ESPN.com. Read his archive here…

Tottenham boss Frank defends Romero after social media ‘mistake’ play How Semenyo exposed Tottenham’s defensive issues (1:47) Shaka Hislop and Ale Moreno discuss Spurs’ 3-2 defeat to Bournemouth after Antoine Semenyo’s late winner. (1:47) ESPN Jan 8, 2026, 01:56 PM Email Print Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has defended captain Cristian Romero after a social…

Benjamin Sesko: ‘Great things’ coming to Man United, amid manager talks play Darren Fletcher: Benjamin Šeško was outstanding for us tonight (1:25) Caretaker manager Darren Fletcher has praised Benjamin Šeško’s performance in Manchester United 2-2 draw with Burnley. (1:25) PA Jan 8, 2026, 01:18 PM Email Print Benjamin Sesko believes “great things are coming” despite…

Arsenal’s Rice on Ballon d’Or talk: ‘I’m just Dec from Kingston’ play Mikel Arteta: Declan Rice is the best midfielder in the world (0:19) Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes Declan Rice is currently the best midfielder in the world. (0:19) ESPN Jan 8, 2026, 12:32 PM Email Print Declan Rice has said he is honoured…

Farm managers? How Chelsea hired Rosenior could change soccer play Will Chelsea give Liam Rosenior the time to succeed? (2:18) James Olley wonders if Chelsea and their fans are patient enough to give the inexperienced Liam Rosenior the chance to succeed as their manager. (2:18) Sam TigheJan 8, 2026, 08:52 AM Close Sam is a…

Man United hiring Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would be ‘Groundhog Day’ – Gary Neville play Who’s in contention to be Manchester United’s interim head coach? (2:47) Mark Ogden discusses current candidates to take charge of Manchester United until the end of the season, including Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick. (2:47) ESPN Jan 8, 2026, 08:13…

Ex-Premier League referee David Coote to be sentenced over child abuse video PA Jan 8, 2026, 08:03 AM Email Print David Coote pleaded guilty at a hearing in October and is now due to be sentenced. James Gill – Danehouse/Getty Images Former Premier League referee David Coote is due to be sentenced after a child abuse…

Howe pays tribute to ‘iconic’ Keegan after Newcastle win PA Jan 8, 2026, 02:50 AM Email Print Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe sent Kevin Keegan his best wishes after watching his side put on the kind of performance in which he revelled during his time at St James’ Park. Harvey Barnes’ goal in the 12th…

Back to square one? Never dull at Man United ‘circus’ play Will Sesko’s brace vs. Burnley kick-start his Man United career? (0:50) Stewart Robson talks about Benjamin Sesko’s performance after scoring two goals in Manchester United 2-2 draw with Burnley. (0:50) Rob DawsonJan 8, 2026, 12:15 AM Email Print As the Manchester United bus pulled…

Rosenior will have big task ahead of him as new Chelsea boss play What did Liam Rosenior learn from Chelsea’s loss to Fulham? (1:26) Stewart Robson reacts to Chelsea’s 2-1 loss to Fulham after Liam Rosenior was spotted watching in the stands. (1:26) Mark OgdenJan 7, 2026, 11:41 PM Close Mark Ogden is a senior…

Manchester United ask Fletcher to coach in FA Cup on Sunday Rob DawsonJan 7, 2026, 11:51 PM Email Print Darren Fletcher said he will be on the touchline for Manchester United‘s FA Cup tie against Brighton on Sunday. The former United midfielder, who was coaching the club’s U18 side before taking on the interim manager…

VAR review: Should Chelsea have given up penalty vs. Fulham? play Robson: We can’t expect Man City to win the Premier League (1:41) Stewart Robson and Shaka Hislop believe Manchester City are out of the title race after drawing 1-1 to Brighton. (1:41) Andy Davies, Special to ESPN Jan 7, 2026, 11:30 PM Email Print…