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Tennis glamour girl Genie Bouchard sets pulses racing with stunning vacation snaps after retiring at age 31
Eugenie Bouchard may be retired from professional tennis, but she is still making headlines after sharing a series of snaps from a recent Caribbean vacation.
The former tennis star hung up her racket in July at the age of just 31, and has since turned her attention to the world of professional pickleball.
But the swap in sports has given her a little more time on her hands – and she this week headed to the British Virgin Islands to enjoy some winter sun.
At the end of the trip, Bouchard posted a series of stunning snaps, proving that despite not being at the top level of tennis any more, she is still working hard to stay in shape.
Alongside the caption ‘no schedule these days’, the Canadian gave fans a glimpse into the trip – including snorkeling adventures, nights on the dancefloor, and lazy days by the pool.
It was back in July that Bouchard shocked fans by confirming plans to bring the curtain down on her tennis career at the National Bank Open in Montreal.
Eugenie Bouchard poses for a mirror selfie during her vacation in the British Virgin Islands
The ex-tennis superstar, still only 31, has plenty more time on her hands in retirement
‘Tennis has given me so much,’ she said at the time. ‘I am filled with so much gratitude for this sport and the people that helped me along the way’.
Bouchard reached No. 5 in the WTA rankings and in 2014 won her lone singles title. She lost to Petra Kvitova in the Wimbledon final after also reaching the semifinals that year at the Australian Open and French Open.
She got back to the quarterfinals in Australia in 2015, but her career was never the same after she slipped on a wet locker room floor at the U.S. Open later that year and suffered a concussion that forced her to withdraw before her fourth-round match.
She sued the US Tennis Association and a jury found that the organization was 75 percent at fault and she was 25 percent to blame.
Bouchard also helped Canada win its lone Billie Jean King Cup title in 2023.
Bouchard gave fans a glimpse into life by the pool as she got some winter sun this week
Alongside the relaxing, there was also some adventure and partying on the island menu
‘She has been one of the most important figures in the history of our sport in Canada and a trailblazer who redefined what Canadian tennis could be,’ said Valerie Tetreault, the National Bank Open tournament director.
‘We are proud of everything she has done, as a player and role model, and we can’t wait to see her in action one last time at IGA Stadium this summer.’
Bouchard burst onto the scene thanks to her 2014 final appearance at SW19, which she ultimately lost to Petra Kvitova.
That year, she would also record her tournament best finishes at each of the Australian Open (semi-final), French Open (semi-final) and US Open (fourth round), at one point reaching No 5 in the world.
Bouchard, 31, was quickly overcome with emotion as she spoke to fans after her final match
Bouchard burst onto the scene after making the 2014 Wimbledon final (pictured)
However she would never reach the same heights again, dropping away and proceeding to encounter more than her fair share of injury problems throughout her career.
And as she plummeted down the world rankings, Bouchard began to pursue more high-profile endeavors away from the court.
She made the top 10 of Forbes’ World’s Highest-Paid Female Athletes list in 2017 and 2018.
However, in a 2024 interview with The Times, she opened up on the ‘hate’ she received for her activity on social media, having been part of a number of sponsorship campaigns and attended her fair share of A-list events during her career.
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Christantus Uche was on the scoresheet as Crystal Palace were held to a draw by Finnish side KuPS in their UEFA Europa Conference League encounter.
The Nigerian midfielder opened the scoring in the 6th minute after receiving a pass from Justin Devenny at the centre of the box.
Uche showed composure as he fired a right-footed shot into the top-left corner to give Palace an early advantage.
Christantus Uche scores during the UEFA Conference League match at Selhurst Park, London. (Photo | Getty Images)
KuPS responded in the second half, with Piotr Parzyszek equalising in the 50th minute before Ibrahim Cissé put the visitors ahead just three minutes later.
The goal sparked increased urgency from Crystal Palace, who eventually drew level through a Justin Devenny header.
The match ended in a draw, a result that saw Crystal Palace finish 11th and miss out on automatic qualification for the round of 16.
Uche delivered a solid all-round performance. He completed 13 passes, including four into the final third, created two chances, and achieved a 100% success rate with his long balls.
Defensively, he recorded three ball recoveries and won seven duels.
After the match, Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner reflected on the performance and the result.
“A good game. The first half was very good. I’m very pleased with the youngsters. We lost a little bit of structure for 10 minutes, and you get three finishes at the end and score four goals. We wanted to win and go straight into the round of 16. I knew this could happen we accept it.
“Again, especially with the younger players, we can see what they need all four under 21 players got cramp.
“We rested a few players because we knew that we will need them for our next game in a few days.”
“Leeds know our starting XI now because none of the players who started this match will play on Saturday. It will be a competitive game, we will show a big fight and hopefully come back with three points.”
In a further post match assessment, Glasner added:
Oliver Glasner, Manager of Crystal Palace. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)
“The result is not what we wanted. It’s a game we could easily have won. We calculated the risk of getting a draw. Everything else worked as we planned it because we were able to rest a few players.
“The only thing I don’t like is that Leeds now know our starting line up because there are only 11 players who didn’t start and nobody will start both games.
“We lost our structure for 10 minutes and were punished. Two mistakes and this can happen, especially with many young players.”
“Credit to everyone, especially our academy players. All four of them showed up and played with confidence. They gave good performances, but we can see they are not used to playing at this level because they were cramping after 60 minutes.”
Crystal Palace will now have to settle for a knockout tie as they try to secure a place in the Conference League round of 16.
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Fergie’s wrong! Ruben Amorim hits back at Sir Alex’s claim that it will take Man United another DECADE to reclaim the Premier League title
Ruben Amorim insists Manchester United will be title contenders sooner than Sir Alex Ferguson thinks after the legendary Old Trafford boss warned it could be ’10 or 11 years’ before the club can challenge again.
Ferguson made the claim in an interview in Bahrain as he cast doubt over how quickly United can return to the pinnacle of English football.
But Amorim believes the club can mount a title bid before then, saying: ‘He understands football more than me, especially English football. But I think we will not take that long to win a league. I don’t know which manager, but I truly believe we are going to fight for the title in the next years.’
Amorim was also asked about comments by Bruno Fernandes in an interview with the Portuguese Football Federation in which his captain said that ‘you look around and see players who don’t value the club as much as you do, and don’t defend the club as much’.
The United boss defended his compatriot and said that more players at the club need to follow Fernandes’ example.
‘I don’t know if it is fair,’ said Amorim. ‘He spoke about his feelings and he needs to answer to that not me. He is an example. He puts everything on the line in every training session and every match. He is a big example. He spoke his feelings and when I watch Bruno training and playing, he is a special character.’
Ruben Amorim disgrees with Sir Alex Ferguson’s claim that it will take another ’10 or 11 years’ for Manchester United to reclaim the Premier league title
Ferguson praised Amorim’s personality but admitted it will not be ‘easy’ to claim the title
Amorim confirmed that neither Harry Maguire or Matthijs de Ligt have recovered in time for Sunday’s trip to Aston Villa. Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo have now joined Noussair Mazraoui on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations, while Casemiro is suspended.
Speaking to Press Box PR recently, Ferguson had said: ‘He [Amorim] is a good personality, [but] it is not easy.
‘I remember looking back on my own time there, starting off when Liverpool were the bee’s knees. They were a fantastic club winning the European Cup four times and all that, but then it took them 31 years to win the league again.
‘We are now in the same situation. It could be ten years, could be 11 years, because of that cycle.
‘It has to be thought out carefully and we have to make sure the recruitment is going to be better than what it was.’
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As Mikel Arteta prepares to celebrate six years at the Arsenal helm this weekend, the manager has stressed that his sweeping transformation of the club has forged a squad ready to conquer English football once more.
The Gunners travel to Goodison Park to face Everton on Saturday knowing a victory will guarantee them top spot in the Premier League at Christmas.
It is a position that would fuel growing belief that Arsenal can clinch their first league title since the famous ‘Invincibles’ season of 2003-2004.
While an FA Cup win in 2020 remains the sole major honour of Arteta’s tenure, the Spaniard has undeniably reshaped the club’s fortunes.
He has restored Arsenal as perennial title challengers and a fixed presence in the UEFA Champions League, erasing the memory of a six-year exile from the Premier League’s top four between 2017 and 2022. The team has now finished as runners-up in three consecutive seasons.
“The transformation has been around the club in terms of the size, in terms of revenues, in terms of the squad that we built, the value of it, the sporting success that we had, even though we haven’t won any major trophies yet,” Arteta stated during his pre-match press conference on Friday.
He added, “I think it’s very, very consistent, so we’re in the right place.”
The path to the summit, however, has hit a recent bump. Arsenal were forced to have a two-point lead over Manchester City after recording a draw at Sunderland, which was followed by a stalemate with Chelsea and a costly defeat at Aston Villa, only their second league loss this campaign.
Now, Arteta’s side faces a relentless festive fixture schedule, with six matches crammed into the period between 20 December and 8 January.
When asked what he desired for Christmas, the 43-year-old’s answer was characteristically direct.
“Win, win, win, win, win all the games,” he said with a smile. “I’ll say the rest will come naturally, but my mood, my energy is going to be much better (if we win), so that’s what I want.”
Abakaliki FC head coach, Starplus Anistar, has demanded a positive reaction from his players in their next game against Osun United.
Anistar urged his players to go all out for the maximum points in the game.
Abakaliki FC will square up with Osun United at the Lanreleke Sports Stadium, Osogbo on Saturday.
“The game against Osun United is a battle and all you need to do is hardwork and positive reaction in the game,” Anistar stated in his address to the players on Friday.
“We are here to hunt for the maximum points.”
Abakaliki FC occupy second position in Conference B with 11 points, while Osun United are ninth with six points.
Every footballer dreams of representing their country on the biggest stage, and for five players, that dream will come true at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
With the tournament just 48 hours away from kick-off, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has handed maiden AFCON call-ups to Ryan Alebiosu, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Salim Fago Lawal, Tochukwu Nnadi and Usman Muhammed—bold selections that could shape Nigeria’s campaign.
As the Super Eagles get set to chase a fourth continental crown, Completesports.com’s AUGUSTINE AKHILOMEN examines what each of the five newcomers offers and how they could impact Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 journey.
Ryan Alebiosu (Blackburn Rovers, England)
A surprise inclusion in the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Alebiosu will be keen to justify his call-up in the absence of Ola Aina and Benjamin Fredrick, who both missed out through injury.
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Born in Islington, England, to Nigerian parents, the 24-year-old defender began his football journey at the Arsenal academy in 2010 at the age of eight before turning professional a decade later.
Known for his bursting runs and ability to track back swiftly, Alebiosu offers modern full-back qualities and is comfortable in both defensive and attacking roles.
Having made 20 appearances for Blackburn Rovers this season, he has scored one goal and provided two assists. Alebiosu could step directly into the starting XI, offering width and balance on the right flank.
Although he may not immediately displace Bright Osayi-Samuel, he remains a reliable option whenever called upon.
Ebenezer Akinsanmiro (Pisa, Italy — on loan from Inter Milan)
Akinsanmiro has been one of the standout performers in Serie A this season, establishing himself as a regular starter for Pisa with a string of impressive displays.
He joined the Italian club on a season-long loan from Inter Milan in July 2025, with the deal set to run until 30 June 2026.
Born in Lagos in 2004, Akinsanmiro began his career at Remo Stars Academy (Beyond Limits FA), helping the club gain promotion to the NPFL in 2021 at just 17.
Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: ‘Super Eagles’ Current Poor Form Due To Lack Of Competition’ – AFCON 2013 Winner, Uzoenyi
Remarkably, he once stepped away from football for several years to learn the trade of barbering, uncertain whether a professional career would materialise.
Now calm under pressure and tactically mature beyond his years, Akinsanmiro is widely viewed as a long-term solution in Nigeria’s midfield build-up as he prepares for his AFCON debut.
Tochukwu Nnadi (Zulte Waregem, Belgium)
The Owerri-born midfielder began his football journey with Campos FC before joining Madenat Alamal Football Academy in Dubai in 2019.
Nnadi was part of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles squad at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup, featuring in all five matches played by the team.
In August 2021, he joined Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv, making his professional debut in April 2022 before moving to Belgian second-tier club Zulte Waregem on 19 January 2024, where he has enjoyed consistent playing time.
Read Also:Ndidi Named New Super Eagles Captain
A high-energy, box-to-box midfielder—quick, strong in the tackle and capable of driving forward—Nnadi could be crucial in midfield battles against Tanzania, Tunisia and Uganda as Nigeria pursue continental glory.
Salim Fago Lawal (NK Istra 1961, Croatia)
Lawal’s consistency with NK Istra 1961 in the Croatian top flight has earned him a deserved call-up to the Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 squad.
He previously caught the eye with the Flying Eagles at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup, notably during Nigeria’s 2-0 round-of-16 victory over hosts Argentina under coach Ladan Bosso.
In the current 2025/26 season, Lawal has made 16 league appearances for Istra, starting 14 matches.
With four goals and two assists to his name, his willingness to attack space and inject pace into play could prove vital against deep-lying defences.
Usman Muhammed (Ironi Tiberias, Israel)
A native of Kaduna, Muhammed rose to prominence in Nigeria with Ranchers Bees before captaining Taraba FC at just 18, helping the club secure promotion to the NPFL.
Read Also:AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Ready To Soar — Gusau
He moved to Europe in 2018, joining Norway’s Sarpsborg 08, where he made 11 appearances and scored once. His career has since taken him to clubs including Pyunik, Tambov, Shakhter Karagandy, Hapoel Hadera, Sektzia Ness Ziona, Maccabi Bnei Reineh and Ironi Tiberias.
Disciplined, positionally aware and industrious, Muhammed offers defensive stability and structure—qualities that are invaluable in the demanding environment of tournament football.
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has played down growing speculation linking him with a future move to Manchester City, insisting reports that he could replace Pep Guardiola are untrue.
The Italian, who previously worked as Guardiola’s assistant at City, has been mentioned in recent discussions as the club begins planning for the long term amid uncertainty over whether Guardiola will remain in charge beyond next season.
Since arriving in 2016, Guardiola has become one of the most influential figures in City’s history, guiding them to six Premier League titles and the Champions League crown in the 2022-2023 campaign.
Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League clash with Newcastle on Saturday, Maresca said: “It doesn’t affect me at all because I know that is 100% speculation. And at this moment, there is no time for these kinds of things.
“First of all, because I have a contract here until 2029 probably. And my focus, I said many times, is just about this club and I’m very proud to be here. But again, it’s speculation. One week ago I was in Italy, the same with Juventus. So I don’t pay attention because I know that is not true.
“It’s important to understand why this news was there but it is just speculation.”
Maresca took charge at Stamford Bridge in June 2024 and is contracted until 2029, with an option for a further year. His immediate focus is on maintaining Chelsea’s strong league form, with the Blues sitting fourth ahead of Saturday’s 1:30 p.m. kick-off against Newcastle.
The City rumours surfaced shortly after Maresca admitted he had endured his “worst 48 hours” since joining Chelsea, despite overseeing a 2-0 home victory over Everton last weekend.
Those comments sparked suggestions of a possible rift between the manager and the club’s leadership, including co-controlling owner Behdad Eghbali and sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart.
When asked whether he had discussed the situation with those figures, Maresca sought to ease concerns.
“We are in the same building, so we speak about different things. But about the Everton press conference, no,” he said.
The Chelsea boss also moved quickly to reassure supporters about his future, replying “absolutely, yes” when asked if he would still be in charge next season.
He added a direct appeal to fans to “continue to support the team”.
Sébastien Haller has withdrawn from Cote d’Ivoire squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations due to injury, DAILY POST reports.
Haller picked up the injury while in action for Dutch club, FC Utrecht last weekend.
The former West Ham United striker has been replaced by Evann Guessand.
Guessand, who plays for Premier League club, Aston Villa was initially named on the reserve list.
Haller scored the winning goal in the Elephants’ 2-1 final victory over the Super Eagles of Nigeria in last edition of the competition.
He is one most experienced players in Emerse Fae’s squad.
President, Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Ibrahim Gusau has backed the Super Eagles to claim the title at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, reports Completesports.com.
The Super Eagles will be gunning for a fourth title at the competition.
The West Africans lost 2-1 to hosts Cote d’Ivoire in the final of the last edition of the competition.
Gusau Upbeat Super Eagles Can Conquer Africa
Gusau said winning the AFCON will make up for the disappointment of Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Read Also:EXCLUSIVE: ‘Super Eagles’ Current Poor Form Due To Lack Of Competition’ – AFCON 2013 Winner, Uzoenyi
“We have prepared the team with the objective of lifting the trophy. The FIFA World Cup miss still bites, but if we are able to win the Africa Cup of Nations, it will go a long way to assuaging the feelings of our fans at home and in the diaspora,” Gusau told thenff.com.
“It will also be good for the present generation of Super Eagles as they will have at least one major triumph to their name.”
Gusau On NFF Support
Gusau’s administration has done remarkably well to maintain the very best standards in travel, accommodation and other logistics for the team, despite challenging times and downturn in the global economy.
“It has not been easy, but we have to continue to appreciate and show that we value the contributions of the players and officials at all times. They have to travel and lodge in convenience, and that is something we must always find a way to work out despite the challenges that the Federation faces,” added Gusau.
“I have confidence in the coaches and the players that we have to turn the present gloom around and make Nigeria proud in Morocco.”
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Cole Palmer’s new girlfriend revealed as England player goes incognito on festive date at Winter Wonderland with beauty specialist who looks just like his ex Connie Grace
England player Cole Palmer enjoyed a festive night out with his new girlfriend at Winter Wonderland on Thursday – and she looks exactly like his ex.
The footballer, 23, who split from nail technician Connie Grace in July, headed out for a date with beauty specialist Olivia Holder, 23, and she bears a striking resemblance to his old flame.
Cole went incognito in a balaclava and a hoodie for their romantic evening, at London’s Hyde Park.
The pair were spotted enjoying the attractions, with the duo managing to scoop two big prizes as they carried huge stuffed animals around the park.
Olivia looked glamorous as she wrapped up warm in a brown fur coat which she teamed with a pair of distressed jeans and Ugg boots.
She runs a beauty clinic alongside her aesthetics nurse sister which offers treatments such as semi-permanent makeup and injectable skin treatments in Bromley.
England player Cole Palmer enjoyed a festive night out with his new girlfriend Olivia Holder, 23, at Winter Wonderland in London’s Hyde Park on Thursday
The footballer, 23, split from his ex Connie Grace (pictured left) in July with aesthetic nurse Olivia Holder (pictured right) bearing a striking resemblance to his old flame
It is unknown how long Olivia and Cole have been dating, with her sharing photos to Instagram from Stamford Bridge earlier this week.
Cole and his influencer ex Connie unfollowed each other on social media just days after the Chelsea star won the Club World cup in July.
The Chelsea star and his partner also removed all pictures of one another from their respective accounts.
He starred in the Club World Cup final, scoring two goals and claiming an assist for Joao Pedro, as Chelsea beat Paris Saint-Germain to become world champions.
Grace had travelled to the US during the tournament but was not among the wives or girlfriends who celebrated the win on the pitch at the MetLife Stadium. They later unfollowed one another on Instagram.
Cole said afterwards that he was looking forward to being reunited with his girlfriend, but that he first wanted to visit St Kitts and Nevis.
Daily Mail Sport exclusively accompanied the footballer as he returned to his ancestral Caribbean homeland for the first time, where his paternal grandfather was born.
He was given a hero’s welcome as he arrived on the island, 4,000 miles from the Manchester suburb of Wythenshawe where the Chelsea and England star grew up.
Cole tried to go incognito in a balaclava and a hoodie for their romantic evening, at London’s Hyde Park
The pair were spotted enjoying the attractions, with the duo managing to scoop two big prizes as they carried huge stuffed animals around the park
Olivia looked glamorous as she wrapped up warm in a brown fur coat which she teamed with a pair of distressed jeans and Ugg boots
She runs a beauty clinic alongside her aesthetics nurse sister which offers treatments such as semi-permanent makeup and injectable skin treatments in Bromley
It is unknown how long Olivia and Cole have been dating, with her sharing photos to Instagram from Stamford Bridge earlier this week
Cole and his influencer ex Connie unfollowed each other on social media just days after the Chelsea star won the Club World cup in July (pictured in November 2024)
Meanwhile, Connie continued to enjoy a holiday in Miami, posting a picture of herself in the city on her Instagram.
Cole and Connie went public together in November last year at the GQ Men of the Year Awards.
Grace is a nail technician and Instagram influencer who is also from Manchester. The duo met when they were 17 through mutual friends.
In March she said: ‘Cole now is still the same Cole that I met when I was 17. Obviously, he’s changed, he’s grown up, and his life now is completely different, but he’s still the same boy, he’s still laid-back Cole.
‘Cole will adapt to whatever situation he’s in. He’s not bothered that he’s that far from home because all he wants to do is play football and if it means leaving home and being in a place which is completely different to where he’s from, he’ll do it.
‘He’s not bothered about the whole fame side of it and he’s not bothered what people think of him.
‘He is only just bothered about scoring goals and doing well for his team, doing well for his country, and you’ve got to love him for that.’
Palmer was born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, in 2002 to Marie and Jermaine, with two older sisters.
His hero growing up was Wayne Rooney but he was scouted by Manchester City at the age of eight and came through their academy to make his debut in September 2020.
In 2023 he took the bold step of joining Chelsea for £42.5million, penning a seven-year deal at the opposite end of the country.
Cole starred in the Club World Cup final, scoring two goals and claiming an assist for Joao Pedro, as Chelsea beat Paris Saint-Germain to become world champions
Connie had travelled to the US during the tournament but was not among the wives or girlfriends who celebrated the win on the pitch at the MetLife Stadium
In the documentary, he opens up on how moving to Londoner has been something of a culture shock.
‘Going from Wythenshawe to meeting people in Chelsea, it’s different ends of the spectrum,’ he said.
‘The accent, the size of it, the people. No one knows each other in London because it’s so big.
‘Even on my road, if that was Wythenshawe, people would be stood in the garden in pyjamas and that, you know what I mean? Just chatting to each other and having a cup of tea. But obviously here it’s a completely different way.
Connie added: ‘Cole couldn’t become a Londoner, are you crazy? Have you ever spoken to him? That accent isn’t changing. No, he’s a Manchester boy.’
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Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has released his predictions for a busy Premier League weekend, with Newcastle United tipped to claim a narrow home win over Chelsea at St James’ Park.
Writing on BBC Sport, Sutton has gone for a 2-1 victory for Newcastle in Saturday’s early kick-off, a result that would heap more pressure on both sides as the season edges towards its midpoint.
The former England international also expects Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool to cancel each other out in North London, while backing Manchester City to see off West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium.
Arsenal are tipped to grind out a slim away win at Everton, and Sutton believes Aston Villa will be too strong for Manchester United on Sunday evening.
Below are Sutton’s full predictions:
Newcastle United 2-1 Chelsea
Bournemouth 2-0 Burnley
Brighton 1-0 Sunderland
Manchester City 3-1 West Ham United
Wolves 1-1 Brentford
Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Liverpool
Everton 0-1 Arsenal
Leeds United 1-1 Crystal Palace
Aston Villa 2-0 Manchester United
Fulham 1-1 Nottingham Forest
Premier League Matchday 17 fixtures and kick-off times
Saturday
1:30 p.m.: Newcastle United vs Chelsea
4 p.m.: Wolves vs Brentford
4 p.m.: Manchester City vs West Ham United
4 p.m.: Brighton vs Sunderland
4 p.m.: Bournemouth vs Burnley
6:30 p.m.: Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool
9 p.m.: Leeds United vs Crystal Palace
9 p.m.: Everton vs Arsenal
Sunday
5:30 p.m.: Aston Villa vs Manchester United
Monday
9 p.m.: Fulham vs Nottingham Forest