Premier League Weekend Fixtures: Crystal Palace v Brighton and More Games Live Updates
Just moments before the start in four crucial English top division matches, each beginning with tribute ceremonies.
Recent Team News
Newcastle Coach Admits Poor Display
Newcastle were horrible last week versus West Ham, as Eddie Howe just admitted in his before the game comments. “We have to deliver a performance better. That day with West Ham was difficult for the team. Hopefully, we’ve learnt a lot. Now we need to start picking up results.”
On the winger: “He was not fit enough in the end. Medical imaging revealed a very slight issue with his hip which is a good chance for Harvey Barnes to step up.”
Nottingham Forest Continue to Miss Important Striker
Again missing the experienced striker from the Forest lineup, while the goalkeeper, the defender, the midfielder and the attacker are back.
The German forward replaces the goal-shy Dominic Calvert-Lewin, that had difficulties against Brighton in the previous round.
The Eagles See Return of Midfielder But Lose Defender
Adam Wharton returns for Crystal Palace although they will have no their captain for Crystal Palace. Brighton field the same team which defeated Leeds in their last outing.
Oliver Glasner stated regarding their defender “has a bone bruise, he’s on support and is unable to even walk. Currently it appears he will not feature for England next week as well.”
Injury Blow Affects Newcastle with Gordon Misses Out
The talented winger has an injury and is absent from the Newcastle team, Jacob Murphy, that has been playing well, steps into the lineup.
A single alteration in the Brentford side, the full-back is introduced.
Squad Changes at Bournemouth as Aston Villa Introduce Several Adjustments
Andoni Iraola has the benefit to rotate his squad, the striker, Adam Smith, Justin Kluivert along with the midfielder all starting while the defender, the full-back, the attacker plus Junior Kroupi are the subs for Bournemouth.
the full-back, the midfielder, the playmaker, the striker, Lucas Digne and Boubacar Kamara are included for Villa after Thursday's Europa League match.
Confirmed Starting XIs
The Bees vs Newcastle
Brentford: The goalkeeper, The defender, Collins, The Dutch defender, The full-back, Yarmolyuk, The midfielder, The winger, The playmaker, The forward, Thiago. Substitutes: The backup keeper, Henry, The centre-back, Jensen, The full-back, The attacker, Onyeka, The forward, Janelt.
Newcastle: The shot-stopper, Trippier, The defender, The centre-back, The full-back, The midfielder, Tonali, The Brazilian, Jacob Murphy, Woltemade, The attacker. Replacements: Hall, The Swiss, Lascelles, The full-back, Elanga, The midfielder, The Welshman, Miley, The goalkeeper.
Referee: Stuart Attwell (Warwickshire)
The Eagles v The Seagulls
Oliver Glasner’s men: The goalkeeper, Richards, The centre-back, The defender, Munoz, Wharton, The Japanese, Mitchell, Sarr, The midfielder, The striker. Substitutes: Matthews, The defender, The winger, The forward, The full-back, Hughes, The youngster, Sosa, The midfielder.
Roberto De Zerbi’s side: Verbruggen, Wieffer, The centre-back, The captain, The full-back, Baleba, The midfielder, The winger, Rutter, Gomez, The striker. Subs: The backup, Tzimas, The defender, The defender, De Cuyper, The defender, The defender, The midfielder, The midfielder.
Referee: Tim Robinson (West Sussex)
Aston Villa versus AFC Bournemouth
Unai Emery’s team: Martinez, Cash, The defender, Torres, Digne, The midfielder, Onana, The captain, Rogers, Buendia, The striker. Substitutes: Bizot, The defender, Barkley, Tielemans, The forward, The winger, Maatsen, The youngster, Guessand.
AFC Bournemouth: Petrovic, Smith, Milosavljevic, Senesi, Truffert, The midfielder, The midfielder, Tavernier, The forward, Semenyo, Evanilson. Subs: The keeper, The midfielder, The winger, Christie, The youngster, The defender, Jimenez, Adli, Junior Kroupi.
Referee: The referee (From the Midlands)
Forest against Leeds
Nottingham Forest: Sels, Savona, Milenkovic, The defender, The full-back, The midfielder, Anderson, The winger, Gibbs-White, The midfielder, Igor Jesus. Subs: The keeper, Morato, Awoniyi, The forward, The winger, Yates, The attacker, The midfielder, The youngster.
Daniel Farke’s team: The shot-stopper, Bogle, The centre-back, Bijol, The winger, The midfielder, The attacker, The midfielder, The midfielder, Okafor, Nmecha. Subs: Darlow, The defender, James, The forward, The striker, Harrison, The defender, The full-back, The midfielder.
Referee: The Australian referee (From Down Under)
Match Preview
Alright, four matches this Sunday 2pm, featuring a lot up for grabs. That game at the City Ground appears to be a six-pointer. Bournemouth can go second, whereas Crystal Palace can get to the top five.
- The Eagles v Brighton
- Aston Villa against The Cherries
- The Bees versus The Magpies
- Forest v United
| Position | Club | Played | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 11 | 15 | 26 |
| 2 | Chelsea | 11 | 10 | 20 |
| 3 | Manchester City | 10 | 12 | 19 |
| 4 | The Black Cats | 11 | 4 | 19 |
| 5 | Tottenham Hotspur | 11 | 9 | 18 |
| 6 | The Reds | 10 | 4 | 18</ |
