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Stoke vs Man City – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Having returned to the top of the Premier League, Manchester City will be keen to ensure that they remain there by winning a potentially difficult game away to former manager Mark Hughes’ Stoke City. The Potters took a run of just one defeat in 10 matches into their last outing away to Sunderland and looked to be holding their own until captain Ryan Shawcross was harshly dismissed shortly after half-time. That swung the balance of power very much towards their opponents and it was eventually taken full advantage of as two…

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Sunderland vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Sunderland will be looking to achieve back to back wins for the first time this season, but face a tough test as they take on a Stoke City team that has not conceded a goal on the road since September 12. After being ruthlessly exposed in numerous outings this season, the Black Cats delivered a terrific defensive display on Monday to help them earn three massively valuable points away to Crystal Palace. They had to soak up a lot of pressure over the piece, but the back three were always…

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Southampton vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Southampton will move up to fifth if they register a third straight victory when they take on a Stoke City side that has never won at the St. Mary’s Stadium in the Premier League. It has been a fine run of form for the Saints, who after a somewhat tentative start to the season are now looking very much like a side that can challenge for a top-six finish. Another authoritative performance saw them come away with all three points again last time out, as Dusan Tadic’s penalty accounted for struggling Sunderland. Before that, it…

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Stoke vs Chelsea – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

The next opportunity for Chelsea to try and put a stop to their faltering defence of the Premier League comes on Saturday at Stoke City, where they were recently knocked out of the Capital One Cup. Securing that penalty shootout victory perhaps had an effect on the Potters, who showed signs of fatigue in their subsequent outing at Newcastle United last weekend, where they had goalkeeper Jack Butland to thank for preserving a point in a goalless draw. It was not the first time the Bristol-born stopper has rescued his side…

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Newcastle vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Newcastle United will be looking to recover from their latest local derby anguish when they take on a Stoke City side which will be intent on claiming their fourth consecutive away win in all competitions. There were plenty of reasons to be encouraged for Newcastle boss Steve McClaren as he prepared to go in at half-time away to arch rivals Sunderland, as his side had totally dominated proceedings, albeit without edging ahead. However, it all went wrong just moments before the whistle to signal the break was due to be blown…

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Stoke vs Watford – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Stoke City will be aiming to collect their fourth consecutive Premier League victory when they play host to a goal-shy Watford side that has not won on any of their last three outings. After a slow start, the Potters have really found their groove in recent weeks, and the main secret to their improvement is a greater solidity at the back. In the early weeks of the season goalkeeper Jack Butland was given very little protection from those in front of him and was often the man responsible for keeping his side…

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Swansea vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Swansea City will be hoping to win for the first time in five Premier League games on Monday evening when they come up against Stoke City, who are after their third successive three-point haul. After a run of games where they had performed well below par and failed to find the back of the net, the draw at home to Tottenham before the international break was an improvement as far as Swansea were concerned, as they played with more fluency going forward and saw summer signing Andre Ayew get back among…

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Five most deadly Premier League strikers in the Premier League this season: Man United new boy already making strong impact

Steve Green

Popular football statto’s Squawka have compiled a list (via Metro) detailing who the Premier League’s top five strikers have been so far this season with regards to their shots to goals conversion rate. And thanks to his impressive start, Manchester United new boy Anthony Martial has burst on to the scene already. The £36m man is proving that those doubters who raised their eyebrows at his arrival on transfer deadline day. However, he hasn’t managed to top list, so scroll below to see who has… 5. Romelu Lukaku – Everton…

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Aston Villa vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Aston Villa will be determined to escape the bottom three and pick up their first Premier League win since opening weekend when they take on a Stoke City side that is keen to kick on after opening their account for victories last time out. Tim Sherwood seemed resigned to another battle against relegation after Villa came up short at Liverpool in what was their fifth defeat in six league outings. His new-look, youthful squad have shown themselves capable of playing some very attractive football this term, but more often than…

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Stoke vs Bournemouth – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Determined to lift themselves out of the bottom three, Stoke City will be hoping to claim their first Premier League victory of the season over a confident Bournemouth side who they have not faced since the 2001-02 season when they were both in the third tier. There was a marked improvement from the Potters in their last game against Leicester City, with the return of long-term absentee Bojan Krkic to the starting XI making a massive difference in terms of their attacking play. His presence inspired more inventiveness and incision,…

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Stoke vs Leicester – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

If struggling Stoke City are to earn their much-needed first Premier League win of the season, they will have to break the seemingly unquenchable momentum of Leicester City, who currently lie in the lofty territory of second place. After a summer of high-profile signings and a tangible sense of optimism, the home side are really struggling to get their campaign going, with several powder puff displays characterised by a general lack of a goal threat; surprising given that they now possess the creative talents of Xherdan Shaqiri among others. Captain Ryan Shawcross has…

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Man United gossip: Rooney missing for Liverpool clash and LVG SLAMMED by Red Devils legend

Steve Green

Saturday’s biggest Manchester United news and transfer rumour gossip. Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has signed a new-four year contract with the club, the BBC reports. The 24-year-old Spain international almost joined Real Madrid on transfer deadline day, but the necessary paperwork was not submitted in time. Manchester United could be without Wayne Rooney for Saturday’s Premier League game with Liverpool after the captain did not check into their team hotel with the rest of the squad, the Manchester Evening News reports. If true, it means that United will…

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Arsenal vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Arsenal will be targeting their first home goals of the season as well a first home victory as they face a winless Stoke City, who have never emerged with any points from their seven previous Premier League trips to the Emirates Stadium. Despite a succession of strong away results, Gunners boss Arsene Wenger will be concerned – as well as mystified – by the fact his team have now failed to score in five of their last six home matches. This is due mainly to an uncharacteristic lack of fluency in…

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Arsenal gossip: Wenger hits out at fans over transfer deals but Gunners pledge aid to help refugee crisis

Steve Green

Friday’s biggest Arsenal news and transfer rumour roundup. Arsenal will donate £1 for every ticket sold during their match with Stoke City this weekend – to help the refugee crisis, the Metro reports. The football world has been quick to offer support to people seeking refuge from war-torn areas in the Middle East and Africa, and Uefa are hopeful of raising around £2m after the first round of Champions League fixtures next week. Arsene Wenger has defended his decision not to sign another striker and insists he didn’t lie about…

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Arsenal injury boost as centre-back duo return in time for Stoke clash

Steve Green

Arsenal could be set to welcome back key centre-back duo Laurent Koscielny and Per Mertesacker for this weekend’s Premier League clash against Stoke City, according to the Daily Express. Both players have been struck by injury problems during the early stages of the season, leaving Arsene Wenger with Calum Chambers and Gabriel as his back up pairing in the heart of the defence. Koscielny was forced to miss the encounter with Liverpool thanks to a back injury, but made a swift return the following week against Newcastle (via Express). However,…

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Arsenal news: Spanish starlet scouted, and move planned for Tottenham target

Jordan Harris

Here is Tuesday’s news and gossip concerning Arsenal: The Gunners have sent scouts to monitor the progress of Real Betis youngster Dani Ceballos, according to the Metro. The 19-year-old has a release clause of just £7.5m and will be available on a free next summer, but is being watched by several clubs around Europe. Arsenal are reportedly preparing a £10m offer for Basel and Switzerland striker Breel Embolo, according to the Daily Star. The Tottenham target is also being watched by Juventus, who are set to be Arsenal’s biggest competition…

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Arsenal’s Laurent Koscienly rated doubtful for Stoke clash as back problems continue

Jordan Harris

Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny is now a doubt for the Gunners’ upcoming clash with Stoke City, after missing France’s friendly win over Serbia through injury, the Daily Express report. The 29-year-old was absent from Didier Deschamps’ side for the game in Bordeaux due to a back problem, which comes just a couple of weeks after he missed the goalless draw with Liverpool due to a similar issue (via Express). And while Arsene Wenger’s side kept a clean sheet during the game at the Emirates, it was largely down to Petr…

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How the England team would look based on current form: Man United striker and Chelsea defender nowhere near

Steve Green

With England set to qualify for Euro 2016 this weekend, many wondered why Roy Hodgson didn’t decide to experiment a little for the clash with San Marino. Instead, the Three Lions boss opted to spring for a full strength squad, though the announcement may have been lost amid all of the transfer deadline hubbub. But thanks to WhoScored (via The Guardian) we’re now able to see what the best England XI would look like if Roy picked solely on form alone. It’s quite an eye opener. GK: Jack Butland Stoke…

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Worst Premier League signings XI: Cursed defender lines up alongside £36m Man United striker

Jordan Harris

The closure of the transfer window means that every manager in the Premier League has now got to press on with the squad at his disposal knowing that until January, he can make no changes and no additions. Perhaps it is the pressure of whether to stick or twist with the squad that has forced some managers to make some pretty dreadful and uninspiring signings in the hope that they can help their new club achieve their aspirations. Here is the XI we believe will not be able to deliver…

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10 players Premier League clubs could still sign after transfer deadline day: Arsenal could make a signing after all

Steve Green

The transfer window may be closed now, but that doesn’t mean the transfer activity will end there. A number of top players are currently without clubs, and as such can move on free transfers outside of the window. And for clubs in need, there are still some very viable options out there, and below we’re bringing you the ten best players that could still stun the Premier League with a late move. 10. Ron Vlaar Having left Aston Villa at the end of last season, the Dutch international then confirmed…

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Stoke striker Jon Walters explains why his Man United move fell through

Steve Green

A small portion of the headlines on transfer deadline day was devoted to Stoke City striker Jon Walters, as reports grew that he could actually leave the Britannia Stadium. Sky Sports News tweeted that he had handed in a transfer request as the 6pm deadline loomed, and though it didn’t need saying, Louis van Gaal was most definitely not one of the interested parties. BREAKING NEWS: Sky Sources – Stoke City striker Jon Walters has handed in transfer request at the club #SSNHQ — Sky Sports News HQ (@SkySportsNewsHQ) August…

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Stoke vs West Brom – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Saturday will be a big day for Tony Pulis as he returns to the Britannia Stadium for the first time since being let go by Stoke City in 2013, hoping to mastermind current club West Bromwich Albion’s first victory of the season. The hosts are also winless, but have followed a disappointing opening loss to Liverpool with two respectable away draws. The game at Norwich City last time out was very much a case of having to hold on, and they had goalkeeper Jack Butland to thank for preserving a…

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Arsenal overtake Chelsea to become London’s only £1bn club

Steve Green

Arsenal fans are already questioning Arsene Wenger’s inactivity in the transfer window so far, and those questions are about to get that much louder after learning that the club is the capital city’s only side worth £1billion. A new study by Dr Tom Markham (via Sporting Intelligence) has revealed that The Gunners are the country’s only team worth over £1billion, which draws their city rivals Chelsea and Tottenham. #mufc and #afc the only PL clubs worth more than £1bn (By @TMfootyfinance http://t.co/Y8CfasfaFR pic.twitter.com/mDVappKsVJ — sportingintelligence (@sportingintel) August 21, 2015 The…

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Norwich vs Stoke – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Norwich City will be aiming for their second win on the bounce on Saturday when they face Stoke City, a side they have only beaten once in six previous Premier League meetings. It has been a reasonable start for the newly promoted club, with an opening day comeback against Crystal Palace halted by a highly dubious refereeing decision before a dominant display at Sunderland was rewarded with a 3-1 victory. They played with all the intensity their opponents lacked on Wearside, producing neat attacking football which suggested they are very well…

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Preview: Tottenham vs Stoke – Potters hope to pile more misery on Pochettino’s men

Stephen Donovan

Tottenham and Stoke City will be hoping to put narrow defeats last time out behind them as they meet at White Hart Lane on Saturday, with the visitors having won both fixtures between the sides last season. A purposeful start counted for little as Spurs lost out to Manchester United. Kyle Walker’s own goal undid their early promise and left Christian Eriksen to rue a missed opportunity when he lifted on to the roof of the net after being put through by Harry Kane. But the response to falling behind…

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