Reuters Football - Premier League

United arrive at good time for Chelsea, Ancelotti says

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:12:21 GMT

COBHAM, England, Nov 6 (Reuters) - Chelsea face title rivals Manchester United at the perfect time on Sunday because the London side are fit, playing well and full of confidence, coach Carlo Ancelotti said.

Ferguson says real United will show up at Chelsea

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:23:58 GMT

LONDON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Manchester United sit just two points behind Chelsea in the table but as they prepare to visit Stamford Bridge on Sunday there is a sense that something is not quite right with the Premier League champions.

Chelsea interest nice but I'm happy in Madrid - Aguero

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:40:42 GMT

MADRID, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Atletico Madrid striker Sergio Aguero is flattered by the interest Chelsea have shown in buying him but said he is happy to stay in the Spanish capital for the time being.

Zola hopes Hines goal will spark West Ham's season

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:39:48 GMT

LONDON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - A late winner from substitute Zavon Hines against Aston Villa on Wednesday could prove to be the turning point in West Ham United's season, according to coach Gianfranco Zola.

Roundup-Ferdinand out of trip to Chelsea

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:00:17 GMT

LONDON, Nov 6 (Reuters) - Brief news from the English Premier League before this weekend's matches (all times GMT):

Kroenke edges closer to takeover threshold at Arsenal

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:09:39 GMT

LONDON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - American sports mogul Stan Kroenke raised his stake in Arsenal to 29.9 percent on Thursday, the threshold beyond which he will have to make an offer for the remaining shares.

Injured Everton midfielder Arteta suffers setback

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:17:10 GMT

LONDON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta has suffered a minor setback in his recovery from injury, the Premier League club said on its website (www.evertonfc.com).

Hines strikes late to give West Ham long awaited win

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:46:06 GMT

LONDON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - West Ham United won their first Premier League match since the opening day of the season when Zavon Hines scored deep in stoppage time to give them a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa at Upton Park on Wednesday.

Liverpool's Degen loses red card appeal

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:08:04 GMT

LONDON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Liverpool's selection problems deepened after the Football Association rejected Philipp Degen's appeal against the red card he received during the Premier League defeat to Fulham.

Liverpool have two sent off in defeat at Fulham

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:12:25 GMT

LONDON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Liverpool had two players sent off and suffered a sixth loss in seven games with a 3-1 defeat at Fulham on a Saturday of red cards in the Premier League.

Arsenal no better than Spurs, says Redknapp

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:15:22 GMT

LONDON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Arsenal are no better than Tottenham Hotspur despite extending a dominant Premier League run against their north London rivals with a 3-0 win at the Emirates on Saturday, said visiting manager Harry Redknapp.

Returning Hull chairman backs manager Brown -- for now

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:52:55 GMT

LONDON, Nov 2 (Reuters) - Hull City manager Phil Brown will be in charge for Sunday's Premier League match against Stoke City but was not given any assurances about his long-term future by returning chairman Adam Pearson on Monday.

Goalless Man City held to fourth successive draw

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:15:04 GMT

LONDON, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Manchester City's Premier League challenge continued along its spluttering, unconvincing path when they were held to a goalless draw at Birmingham City on Sunday, their fourth successive league draw.

Liverpool to appeal red cards, says Benitez

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:01:50 GMT

LONDON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Liverpool will appeal the red cards shown to defenders Philipp Degen and Jamie Carragher in Saturday's 3-1 Premier League defeat at Fulham, said manager Rafa Benitez.

Arsenal ease to 3-0 derby win over Spurs

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:13:48 GMT

LONDON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - A quick-fire double set Arsenal on their way to a comfortable 3-0 Premier League victory over north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.

Gerrard to miss Fulham trip

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:13:48 GMT

LONDON, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Brief news from the English Premier League before this weekend's matches (all times GMT):

Transfer freeze for Portsmouth over debts

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:35:22 GMT

LONDON, Oct 28 (Reuters) - Portsmouth have been banned from registering any new players until further notice because of unpaid debts to other clubs, the Premier League said on Wednesday.

Drogba has Tambling's Chelsea record in his sights

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:00:03 GMT

LONDON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Didier Drogba has Bobby Tambling's record tally of 202 goals for Chelsea in his sights, the Ivory Coast striker said on Tuesday.

Liverpool evoke spirit of Shankly to beat United

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:51:14 GMT

LONDON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - One result does not make or break a season but Sunday's 2-0 victory over Manchester United certainly stopped Liverpool's from imploding after only 10 Premier League matches.

Plans for new Spurs stadium move step nearer

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:58:30 GMT

LONDON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur's bid to build "the most fan-friendly stadium in Europe" moved a step closer on Monday when the club submitted detailed plans of the new ground to their local council.

Wigan's Figueroa faces lengthy spell out

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:47:35 GMT

LONDON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Wigan Athletic's Honduras international defender Maynor Figueroa faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering knee ligament damage in the 3-1 Premier League victory at Burnley on Saturday.

Torres helps earn Liverpool victory over Man Utd

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:12:12 GMT

LONDON, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Liverpool peeled away the gloom enveloping their season with a 2-0 home win over Premier League champions and fierce rivals Manchester United on Sunday.

Liverpool's gamble on '80 percent' Torres pays off

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 17:46:09 GMT

LIVERPOOL, England, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez's gamble to play an "80 percent" fit Fernando Torres paid off when the Spaniard got the first goal in a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.

Chelsea crush Blackburn, Stoke stun Spurs

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:24:18 GMT

LONDON, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Chelsea reclaimed top spot in the Premier League with a crushing 5-0 win over Blackburn Rovers on Saturday but Tottenham Hotspur were brought down to earth when Stoke City snatched a late 1-0 victory at White Hart Lane.

English roundup-Rooney, Gerrard doubts for Anfield clash

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:24:18 GMT

LONDON, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Brief news from the English Premier League before this weekend's matches (all times GMT):