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When news emerged that Theo Walcott would be returning to the club where it all began, Southampton fans responded with a mix of excitement and scepticism. But, having now made four appearances this season for the Saints, he’s instantly become a fan’s favourite once again.
It goes without saying that Arsenal have proven a lot of things already this season, whether that be the improvement in the defence, the creativity shown in midfield or that new signings can make such a difference.
Newport host Walsall in the Sky Bet League Two.
After the shortest break in the history of the Gallagher Premiership, the brand-new season kicked off at the weekend.
Former Liverpool academy graduate Yan Dhanda, who’s acted as a trailblazer for young British Asians as well as excelling as a footballer in the Championship.
Torquay still top the table as we round up the National League results
Newport County have started their League Two campaign in fine form thanks to a change of style under talented young manager Mike Flynn, although it was EFL veteran Kevin Ellison who made the difference against Port Vale.
It’s been a fine start to the season for Union Berlin who currently sit in fifth place in the Bundesliga, eight spots above their cross-city counter parts, Hertha.
Defender Steve Cook is in line to make his 350th Bournemouth appearance tomorrow evening as the Cherries host lowly Nottingham Forest.
Gareth Ainsworth was the happier of the two managers after his side held Brentford to 0-0 at Adams Park.
Burton Albion’s campaign to date has been a sorry one to say the least. Jake Buxton’s men sit bottom of League One having managed just one win from their 13 league fixtures so far.
On Tuesday night Barnsley host Brentford at Oakwell, with the Tykes in great form having won four of their last five Championship outings. This run has seen Valérien Ismaël’s side climb up to 13th in the table.
It could be argued that Mansfield should have won their last league fixture against Colchester, but the immense pressure enabled the Essex-based side to get a goal that levelled the game at 1-1.
The game against Reading perfectly captured Asmir Begovic’s stuttering Bournemouth career. It had the mill of emotions with the peaks and troughs flawlessly intertwined. Jacob Tanswell writes from the Vitality Stadium.
Defending champions Exeter Chiefs started the defence of their title with an opening day victory over Harlequins.
Liverpool go joint-top in the division after an emphatic 3-0 win against Leicester City. An own goal from Jonny Evans and two-headed efforts by Diogo Jota and Roberto Firmino secured a straight-forward victory for the Reds.
Woking moved up to second in the table after a convincing victory over a disappointing Barnet side.
Two friends became the talk of Southampton when they released a song for the club they supported. Not only did they raise money for charity, they collected a few stories along the way too. Jacob Tanswell spoke to the men behind the cult city song ‘Southampton in Europa’.
Despite still being just 21 years of age, Declan Rice wore the captain’s armband for West Ham United at Bramall Lane on Sunday as the Hammers ran out 1-0 victors over the Blades.
Bruno Fernandes’ penalty sealed all three points for Manchester United against West Brom as the spotlight shines on VAR once again.
A 2-0 defeat to Barnsley in South Yorkshire put the breaks on Nottingham Forest’s improved run of form. Despite signs of progress, Chris Hughton is still finding out about his players and his squad’s credentials to mount a serious promotion push.
Ilias Chair netted the equaliser for QPR on Saturday in their draw against Watford and his manager was full of praise for the young midfielder post-match.
Eight games played. 16 points. Fourth in the league. The opening games of the 2020/21 Premier League season have been an absolute joy from a Southampton perspective, with the south-coast club occupying a Champions League spot going into Monday night’s tricky test at Wolves.
Brighton hold on to an important 2-1 away win after late VAR drama which ruled out a penalty for Aston Villa. Goals from Danny Welbeck and Solly March secured the vital win for Potter’s side.