The Premier League has announced the officiating teams for Matchweek 3 of the 2025/26 season. Below is a detailed list of the appointed officials for each fixture, including referees, assistant referees, fourth officials, Video Assistant Referees (VAR), and assistant VARs. These appointments ensure experienced oversight for all matches, with VAR support for key decisions. Saturday, August 30, 2025 Chelsea vs. Fulham (12:30) * Referee: Rob Jones * Assistants: Neil Davies, Steve Meredith

The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League draw has delivered more than just exciting football fixtures—it has produced storylines filled with reunions, nostalgia, and emotional returns for some of Europe’s biggest stars. From former heroes going back to their old grounds to teammates facing each other as rivals, the stage is set for a dramatic campaign. Hugo Ekitike vs. Eintracht Frankfurt French striker Hugo Ekitike will return to the Deutsche Bank Park to face Eintracht Frankfurt, the club where he

As Gameweek 3 of Fantasy Premier League kicks off, managers are buzzing with excitement and strategizing their next moves after a thrilling start to the 2025/26 season. With standout performances and unexpected results in the opening weeks, the pressure is on to optimize lineups and capitalize on favourable fixtures. Whether you're chasing early points or recovering from a slow start, this gameweek promises plenty of drama and opportunities to climb the ranks. Arne Slot (Liverpool) Speaking

The Premier League season of 2025/2026 is only two weeks old, but already storylines are taking shape. Manchester City stumbled in a surprise defeat at home to Tottenham, Arsenal look rampant after a five-goal demolition of Leeds, and Liverpool are showing flashes of a new attacking identity under Arne Slot. Matchday 3 brings some heavyweight clashes and a few banana skins for sides still searching for rhythm. Here are the eight players most worth keeping an eye on this weekend, with their form

Arsenal head to Anfield this weekend for the first heavyweight clash of the Premier League season – and Gary Neville has made his prediction on how he thinks the game will end up. The Gunners have started the campaign perfectly, beating Manchester United and Leeds without conceding, and sit top of the table after two games. Champions Liverpool also boast a perfect record, but defensive lapses and last minute winners over Bournemouth and Newcastle have given new boss Arne Slot something to think

As Gameweek 3 of Fantasy Premier League approaches, the honeymoon period is officially over. With early-season hype fading and unexpected performances rewriting expectations, managers are now facing their first real test: stick with underperforming assets or make aggressive changes? Whether you’re already chasing your mini-league rivals or just trying to avoid a disastrous wildcard, this is the week where decisions start to matter more. From budget bandwagons to premium disappointments, we break

Burnley manager Scott Parker has expressed his frustration with the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system after his side’s gut-wrenching 3-2 loss to Manchester United at Turf Moor on Saturday. The Clarets had battled back to draw 2-2 in a thrilling second half, only for Bruno Fernandes to convert a controversial stoppage-time penalty after Jaidon Anthony was adjudged to have pulled Amad Diallo’s shirt inside the box. Parker, who was visibly upset following the match, did not mince his words when

Everton manager David Moyes has praised Jack Grealish for his exceptional contributions since arriving on loan from Manchester City, admitting that the winger has impressed him far more than he initially expected. Grealish was instrumental in Everton's thrilling 3-2 victory over Wolves at Molineux, providing assists for Beto and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, while also being involved in Iliman Ndiaye’s strike. The 28-year-old, who had struggled for form and minutes at City in recent seasons, is showin

Sunderland’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Brentford at the Stadium of Light on Saturday will be remembered for many reasons, but none more so than the unforgettable moment when Wilson Isidor, fresh from becoming a father less than 24 hours earlier, came off the bench to score a stunning stoppage-time winner. Head coach Régis Le Bris was quick to sing the praises of the French forward, sharing the incredible story behind his match-winning performance and providing an update on Nordi Mukiele's injury

The Build-Up: Drama and VAR Manchester United had already thrown away a lead twice in the game, and Burnley, fighting for a hard-earned point, looked set to secure a 2-2 draw. But with seconds remaining in injury time, the game was suddenly decided by a penalty after a VAR review. Burnley’s Jaidon Anthony had fouled Amad in the box, pulling the winger’s shirt just inside the area. Referee Sam Barrott, after a long check, pointed to the spot, and Manchester United was presented with one final ch

In a late twist to the 2025 summer transfer window, Chelsea have sealed a deal to bring Brighton & Hove Albion’s dynamic Argentine midfielder Facundo Buonanotte to Stamford Bridge on a season-long loan. The agreement includes no buy option clause but grants Chelsea the unique privilege of matching any future bids for the 20-year-old talent, positioning them favourably for a potential permanent transfer down the line. The move comes as a surprise after Leeds United appeared to have Buonanotte

In a blockbuster move that underscores their ambitious multi-club strategy, BlueCo—the consortium behind Chelsea and RC Strasbourg—has finalized a permanent transfer for Brighton & Hove Albion’s Paraguayan star, Julio Enciso. The deal sees the 21-year-old attacking midfielder sign a contract until 2030, with an immediate move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg, though his long-term future is earmarked for Stamford Bridge. The agreement marks the latest chapter in BlueCo’s extensive recruitment pipeli

Following Manchester City's opening two fixtures where they played Wolves and Europa League champions Tottenham, Pep Guardiola still seems uncomfortable with the amount of players in his squad. Why is this a problem? Pep Guardiola has expressed his discontent with the size of the Manchester City squad multiple times now. Most recently following their 4-0 victory over wolves where the City manager claimed that it is "not healthy" and that "you cannot create a good vibe." The manager is clearly

As an American, Labor Day weekend is a special time for us. And luckily for myself as a Gooner we always seem to find ourselves with a big matchup during this weekend. Previewing this matchup, I find myself back in the First Sunday of September 2023, or as I remember it, the introduction of Declan Rice to the North Bank. A stoppage time winner against United, followed by Gabriel Jesus' stunning control to bring it to 3-1 is a memory I will not soon forget. However, this task for Arteta and the

With the transfer window nearing its final stretch, Arsenal find themselves carefully maneuvering through a delicate balance of arrivals and departures. The club is edging closer to securing a deal for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié, while parallel negotiations continue to move one step closer toward the exit door for Jakub Kiwior. Arsenal have significantly improved their squad this summer, but their outgoings have been limited. ▪️ Why do they struggle to sell? ▪️ Are they at risk o

Tottenham Hotspur have now secured Chelsea target Xavi Simons, leaving Blues fans to rue a missed opportunity. The most exciting transfer story at Stamford Bridge this summer, took a turn for the worse for Chelsea fans as Dutch superstar Xavi Simons, looks to be heading to the White of North London. The Europa League champions failed to complete the signing of Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace and therefore were left with no option but to target the young attacking midfielder from Leipzig. After