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The two clubs are struggling to relive former glories and fans are not happy as the overlords make them foot the bill English football’s two best teams are from London and Manchester. On Sunday, they meet to decide this season’s Premier League title. Chelsea and Manchester United are not those clubs. Both have dropped from the local prominence they once commanded. If United have a top-four place nailed down, there is significant drop-off from Arsenal and Manchester City. Those two clubs’ gap to Chelsea becomes close to a chasm. Brentford, level on points, may soon enough surpass Chelsea as west London’s best team. United are far closer to a renaissance, though there have been many false dawns since 2013. Both clubs share much in common in the betrayal of previous legends. Rebellion reigns among Chelsea fans. They staged a protest against their current ownership, joined this time by ultras from Strasbourg, both groups raging against the unwelcome changes BlueCo’s stewardship has brought, all for a debt mountain that makes little obvious sense.

Brentford draw their fifth-consecutive Premier League game as they draw 0-0 with Fulham at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Everton currently sit eighth in the Premier League table with 47 points from 32 matches, and their recent form backs up that mid-table standing with plenty of authority. David Moyes’ side beat Chelsea 3–0 and Newcastle United 3–2 in their last five outings, winning three of those games and scoring 10 goals in the process. […] The post Everton Enter Fight For €30-40 Million Leeds Target: Does He Solve The Toffees’ Attacking Problem? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Brentford’s match against Fulham in the Premier League.

The top comment on the YouTube video: “19-Year Old Justin Janssen Bossing The Midfield!” reads: “It’s amazing to see your grandson playing football like Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona!! Grandpa and Grandma are incredibly proud!!” To Mr. and Mrs. Janssen, we could not agree more. Justin Janssen plays like an inconsiderate tarot reader. This… The post Justin Janssen Doesn’t See You Coming, By Choice first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

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Bernd Leno is relishing the Premier League run-in, claiming Fulham have “five more finals” in their European push. The German goalkeeper played a crucial role in the Cottagers’ 0-0 draw with Brentford on Saturday, making a stunning save to deny Dango Ouattara in the closing stages. Marco Silva’s side struggled at Gtech Community Stadium, though. […] The post ´Fulham have five more finals´ – Leno optimistic of reaching European places despite draw with Brent appeared first on Soccer News.

Brentford missed the chance to move above Chelsea in the Premier League table, as a superb Bernd Leno save saw them held to a 0-0 draw with Fulham. Keith Andrews’ side have now drawn their last five matches in the Premier League, with the teams below them having the chance to keep the pressure on […] The post Brentford 0-0 Fulham: Superb Leno save holds hosts to fifth straight draw appeared first on Soccer News.

April 18 - Goalkeeper Bernd Leno kept alive Fulham's faint European hopes with a standout 90th-minute save in a goalless Premier League clash at high-flying rivals Brentford on Saturday.

Watch extended highlights of Brentford and Fulham, player stats, results and goals from Premier League, April 18, 2026 The post Brentford vs Fulham Highlights and Goals appeared first on DasFootball.

⚽️ Premier League updates from the 12.30pm BST kick-off ⚽ Live scores | Latest tables | Top scorers | And email Tim 1 min Brentford kick off, lump the ball forward and Igor Thiago wins a corner! “Given today’s match between two solid London sides,” says Peter O’Connor, “a poser. If there were an independent state of London, where would its football league figure among the Big Five European leagues?”

Welcome to the Newcastle United v Bournemouth preview. Saturday 18th April with a 3pm kick-off. The Toon return to St James’ Park this weekend after a four-week absence, looking to... You can click here to read the full article.

Thomas Frank was in the stands to watch his former club Brentford take on Fulham in Premier League action in his first public appearance since being sacked from relegation-threatened Tottenham.

The West London derby kicks off the weekend’s Premier League action at the Gtech Community Stadium with more than just local pride on the line. As we enter the final stretch of the 2025/26 campaign, Brentford find themselves in the lofty heights of seventh place, unexpectedly spearheading the chase for a European spot. For Fulham, […]

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick is forced to negotiate a crucial clash against Chelsea with a depleted backline. The Blues will host the Red Devils at Samford Bridge on Saturday. The contest kicks off at 20:00 UK time. With only six rounds remaining before the end of the season, this fixture could represent a […] The post Man Utd predicted lineup vs Chelsea: Carrick given two major selection dilemmas appeared first on Stretty News.

Verdict: Draw Best odds: 23/10 Bookmaker: Olympusbet The first Premier League Merseyside derby at Everton’s new home takes centre stage on Sunday afternoon, as the Toffees welcome Liverpool to Hill Dickinson Stadium in what already stands as the venue’s most significant occasion. Everton return from a dramatic 2–2 draw away at Brentford, while Liverpool arrive […] The post Prediction: Everton vs Liverpool appeared first on Soccer News.

The Bees take on the Cottagers in this weekend's early kick-off in the Premier League - here's how to watch Brentford vs Fulham.

Possible Chelsea starting XI against Manchester United, injury team news and how to watch the game on TV and live stream today.

Everton will welcome Liverpool at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday as they look to secure all three points at home in the Premier League. The Toffees managed to earn a hard-fought 2-2 draw away at Brentford recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game. David Moyes will opt for the […] The post Will Moyes Make Any Changes? | 4-2-3-1 Everton Predicted Lineup Vs Liverpool appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has backed Arsenal to clinch the Premier League title, despite the Gunners facing a daunting run of fixtures and mounting pressure from Manchester City. Rooney’s comments come at a crucial moment in the 2025/26 campaign. Arsenal, who have led the table for the majority of the season are going through […] The post Wayne Rooney makes huge Arsenal title claim amid late Man City surge appeared first on CaughtOffside.

David Moyes is hoping Everton can keep their dream of qualifying for Europe alive when they face Liverpool on Sunday. The Toffees host the Reds in the first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with just five points separating the sides in eighth and fifth respectively. Everton are level on points with seventh-place Brentford, with […] The post Moyes wants to keep Everton´s European dream alive against Liverpool appeared first on Soccer News.

Everton play Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday. It will be the first Merseyside derby at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. The Toffees dug deep to secure a 2-2 draw at Brentford last time out, while Liverpool defeated Fulham 2-0 at home. Match preview Everton are five points adrift of fifth-placed Liverpool. They must avoid […]

The latest Premier League TV selections have been announced by TNT and Sky Sports for the months of April and May. The deadline has come for a batch of TV picks to be made, so that clubs can inform match going supporters, who have to sort out tickets and travel arrangements. There had been plenty […] The post Latest Premier League TV selections announced for April and May appeared first on Fan Banter.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland, the Europa League, the international game, Preview of the Dublin derby as Shamrock Rovers host Bohemians at Tallaght Stadium in a top-of-the-table clash. Form guide: Rovers unbeaten since February meeting, Bohs looking to bounce back after mixed results. Stephen Bradley and Alan Reynolds share thoughts ahead of the rivalry. Live commentary details, including build-up and kick-off times for Friday night’s featured match. Derry City travel to face Shelbourne as both sides aim to halt dips in form. Insights from the weekly LOI Pod on Shelbourne’s chances of recovery. Dundalk boosted by Daryl Horgan’s return and contract extension ahead of Galway United clash. Drogheda United host St Patrick’s Athletic with both teams seeking momentum. Full round-up of First Division fixtures, including Wexford, Cork City, UCD and more. Build-up to the Republic of Ireland’s crucial World Cup qualifier with Poland at the Aviva Stadium. European update as Andrew Omobamidele helps Strasbourg reach a historic semi-final. Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa advance in Europe, plus other continental results. Premier League talking points, including managerial speculation and Brentford’s European push. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Pep Guardiola has spoken ahead of Manchester City’s big game against Arsenal this weekend, so what can we learn from the Spanish tactician’s pre-match thoughts? Man City go into this game six points behind the league leaders, but with a game in hand, and of course with a big opportunity to cut right into that […] The post Three things we learned from Pep Guardiola’s press conference ahead of Man City vs Arsenal appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Johnny Cardoso will seek his first trophy lift as an Atletico Madrid player on Saturday. Cardoso and his Atletico Madrid teammates will take on Pellegrino Matarazzo‘s Real Sociedad squad in the Copa Del Rey Final in Seville. Atletico Madrid have hit a worrying run in La Liga play but remain alive for a first trophy ... Read more

Former Premier League manager Sam Allardyce has explained why Manchester United should “look no further” than Brentford star Igor Thiago this summer.

All the team news and predictions ahead of the Premier League clash between Brentford and Fulham.

Manchester United have been advised to sign Brentford striker Igor Thiago this summer by former England manager Sam Allardyce. The Red Devils made a lot of changes up front last summer, bringing in an entire new front three in the form of Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, and Bryan Mbeumo. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR […] The post Manchester United advised to sign 25 G/A Premier League star appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Chris Sutton‘s Premier League score predictions for this week have been revealed and as always he’s joined by a guest. The BBC pundit replaced Mark Lawrenson in trying to correctly pick the correct scores for every game against a variety of guests. Nottingham born Chris Sutton played as a striker for the likes of Norwich, […] The post Chris Sutton’s Premier League score predictions appeared first on Fan Banter.

A seismic clash between City and Arsenal, Tottenham need leadership, and could Eddie Howe recall Yoane Wissa? Josh King learned of the difficulties that come with being a Premier League player at Liverpool on Sunday. The 19-year-old was withdrawn at the break after a tough first half at Anfield as Marco Silva wanted to change things when two goals down. It will be interesting to see how King reacts to the half-time hook when he is next called upon, whether he uses it as inspirational fuel or sees it as an undeserved irritation because he was not solely to blame for Fulham being behind. Silva will have a quandary over whether to start the youngster again or leave him stewing on the bench, offering a further reminder of what is required at the top level. King has impressed over the season and at this stage of a player’s development it is sometimes a good idea to see what lessons are learned from a challenging moment. Will Unwin Brentford v Fulham, Saturday 12.30pm (all times BST) Leeds v Wolves, Saturday 3pm Newcastle v Bournemouth, Saturday 3pm Tottenham v Brighton, Saturday 5.30pm Chelsea v Manchester United, Saturday 8pm

David Moyes took over at Everton in January 2025 with the club sitting just a point above the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Everton have picked up three wins from their last five Premier League matches, netting ten goals and letting in six. That run includes a dominant 3-0 win over Chelsea and a hard-fought 3-2 victory […] The post Former Everton Chief Lays Down Conditions For David Moyes’ Renewal: Should They Back Him? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

It may sound counterintuitive, but Mikel Arteta might, before what is arguably the biggest Arsenal match in 20 years, need to adopt some things from a team that just lost 4-0 to our opponents. There’s often a tactical tweak or a surprise selection when Pep Guardiola heads into a big game. Last month’s League Cup […] The post Tactics Column: Lessons for Arsenal against Man City’s 4-2-4 appeared first on Arseblog ... an Arsenal blog.

Amid a difficult season, Virgil van Dijk has reportedly decided not to renew his contract with Liverpool FC, entering the final year of his deal. As a result, the Reds appear to be leading the race to sign Marcos Senesi as his short-term replacement in the squad. Liverpool are facing one of their most difficult seasons in recent years. Not only are they not in contention to win the Premier League, but they were also eliminated from the UEFA Champions League. In addition, Mohamed Salah and Andrew Robertson have announced their departures. Adding further complications, Virgil van Dijk has reportedly decided not to renew his contract, forcing the club to pursue the signing of Marcos Senesi. According to James Pearce, via The Athletic, Virgil van Dijk has decided not to renew his contract with Liverpool. Although he is an undisputed starter for head coach Arne Slot, the Dutch defender has decided to leave the team at the end of the 2026-27 season, as he has one year remaining on his contract. With this, the Reds could face significant uncertainty, as Joe Gomez’s contract also expires that same season and Ibrahima Konate has not yet renewed his contract. Amid uncertainty surrounding Ibrahima Konaté, the Reds have already secured the signing of Jérémy Jacquet, paying €63.6M to Stade Rennes, with the defender joining Giovanni Leoni as part of the club’s future core. However, the potential departure of van Dijk has forced Liverpool to prioritize the signing of Marcos Senesi, leading the race for his signature ahead of Chelsea and Manchester United, according to Pete Hall and Mark Douglas via The iPaper. At 28 years old and with four years of Premier League experience, Marcos Senesi would represent an immediate solution for the Reds. By securing his arrival, Liverpool FC would add one of the top left-footed defenders in England, who could benefit from a season alongside Virgil van Dijk to fully adapt to the team. Additionally, the Argentine could play a key role in allowing Giovanni Leoni time to develop, as both share a similar left-footed profile. Marcos Senesi of Bournemouth holds of the challenge from Brentford’s Igor Thiago. Virgil van Dijk’s departure could mark the end of an era at Liverpool Following the arrival of Arne Slot, Liverpool have undergone a major squad rebuild, with the departures of Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, and Trent Alexander-Arnold among the first. Far from ending there, Mohamed Salah and Andrew Robertson have also announced their exits at the end of the season, losing several key leaders. On top of that, the potential departures of Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker would mark the end of an era at the Reds. With contracts running until 2027, Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker are reportedly not expected to renew and could leave as free agents, meaning Liverpool FC would lose key figures from its leadership core. As a result, the Reds face the difficult challenge of replacing their on-field impact, with Giorgi Mamardashvili seen as the successor to the Brazilian, while Marcos Senesi could step in for the Dutchman. Van Dijk has already pointed to Dominik Szoboszlai as his preferred candidate to become the Reds’ next captain. Still, head coach Arne Slot would need to select two additional leaders, with Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch potentially stepping up. This would mark the beginning of a new era for Liverpool, one that raises questions about the squad’s competitiveness and leadership structure.

The top comment on the YouTube video: “19-Year Old Justin Janssen Bossing The Midfield!” reads: “It’s amazing to see your grandson playing football like Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona!! Grandpa and Grandma are incredibly proud!!” To Mr. and Mrs. Janssen, we could not agree more. Justin Janssen plays like an inconsiderate tarot reader. This… The post Justin Janssen Doesn’t See You Coming, By Choice first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

For the first time in 131 years, the Merseyside Derby will not be contested at...

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Will Sandro Tonali leave Newcastle United this summer? Headlines appear every day, multiple times a day, claiming so. This is the case for any number of Newcastle United stars. The... You can click here to read the full article.

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Verdict: Both teams to score Best Odds: 7/10 Bookmaker: Olympusbet With west London bragging rights up for grabs on Saturday lunchtime, Brentford will welcome Fulham to the Gtech. Brentford Starting with the hosts, while Brentford might have cemented their spot as one of the Premier League’s ultimate surprise packages this season, the Bees do find […] The post Prediction: Brentford vs Fulham – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts appeared first on Soccer News.

Return of Alexander Isak is all well and good, but it will not redeem a season of sustained underperformance “The failure is big,” said Ryan Gravenberch as he digested the Champions League defeat by Paris Saint-Germain that ensured Liverpool’s season will finish trophyless. It was a more appropriate description of the team’s plight than Arne Slot’s insistence the future looks bright and a reality the head coach cannot avoid whether Champions League qualification for next season is secured or not. As it must be. Failure is unthinkable for a club whose business model depends on its lucrative revenue streams and a team that 12 months ago was about to win the Premier League title at a canter and then remodelled to the tune of almost £450m. With the top five all qualifying, Chelsea fading from the conversation under Liam Rosenior and a five-point advantage over Brentford and Everton with six games to play, it would be a humiliating final blow for Liverpool to miss out. Slot’s defence for getting a third season to manage Liverpool’s transition would be holed.