The Blues’ lack of success was no impediment to Todd Boehly and Mark Walter recouping profits from the club’s sale. That’s how things work in the USHere follows a list of the things accomplished at…
Slip sliding away: football season-ticket holders fear falling down pecking order
It is a symbol of the connection between the fanbase and club, but there is a growing fear executives would prefer stadiums full of one-off touristsThe document known as “the oldest football season ticket in…
Ten of the best-value deals from this summer’s transfer window
From veteran strikers to exciting young talents, here are 10 signings who could prove to be bargains for their new teamsEven in this era of relentless transfer inflation, a fee of more than £20m does…
Long-range hits and goals galore: inside the Premier League’s return to chaos | Andrew Beasley
Teams are running further and set-piece strikes are in decline as end-to-end football takes over the divisionGoals in the Premier League are up. Chaos is returning. End‑to‑end football is back. The division is more open,…
Come back soon Premier League, the endlessly moreish mega-product | Barney Ronay
Brighton have impressed in a goal-laden start to the season, in a league that remains a brutally strong attraction Get ready for the dopamine crash. And this one really is a proper autumn nosedive. The…
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
Liverpool look stronger at the back, youngsters shine for Brighton and Brentford, and James Trafford makes his England case with LeedsPremier League table | Top scorersIn the week that 16-year-old Max Dowman has been thrust…
Premier League today: How to watch Bournemouth v Liverpool, TV channels & live stream
How will Bournemouth and Liverpool fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream optionsAndoni Iraola will make his first return to Bournemouth since leaving the south-coast club for…
Brighton demolish champions Arsenal 3-0 to mark anniversary in style
So much for the new Invincibles. Arsenal were brought back down to earth with a shuddering bump by a scintillating display from Brighton as Fabian Hürzeler’s vibrant side celebrated the club’s 125th anniversary in style.The…
Newcastle back to winning ways as Willock and Hall end Hull’s unbeaten start
Hull always knew, sooner or later, they would lose a Premier League game, but no one can say they did not do everything in their power to try to delay that inaugural top-tier defeat.After conceding…
Everton hold off Ipswich thanks to Thierno Barry goal despite VAR controversy
After the trials and tribulations of the transfer window, Everton can be content with fifth place, an unbeaten start and five clean sheets in seven games. There will also be relief, for Pro Ref as…