The Final Score: United and Spurs disappoint on MD1, Arsenal off to a flyer | 26/27 English Premier League

The opening weekend of the 26/27 English Premier League season delivered in a BIG way - with BIG wins, BIG defeats and BIG surprises! While Arsenal and City set the pace, United and Spurs flattered to deceive while Liverpool left it late to rescue a point. We unpack all the drama, and discuss all t…

The Final Score: Will Arteta's Arsenal defend their Premier League title to start a dynasty of dominance?

Arsenal finally got their hands on the Premier League trophy - so naturally, the next question is: can the reigning champions do it again? Bruno Guimarães has arrived, the squad is stacked, but will a dominant window equate to domestic dominance?  Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every …

The Final Score: Does the post-Pep era spell trouble for Manchester City?

With the departures of Pep Guardiola and Rodri it looks like the end of an era at Manchester City. So will Enzo Maresca be able to build onn their position as a domestic and continental superpower? Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let'…

The Final Score: Will Carrick and Co. restore Manchester United to past glories?

There’s a different feeling around Manchester United this time. Michael Carrick has brought calm to Old Trafford, secured Champions League football and earned the backing of the club and supporters. Now he faces his biggest test yet - proving United can maintain that momentum over a full season whi…

The Final Score: Aston Villa’s summer of change; Will Unai Emery deliver again?

Winning the Europa League was supposed to be another step forward for Aston Villa. Instead, the summer has brought significant change, with key players and coaches leaving. Unai Emery remains at the heart of the project, but can he keep Villa progressing and deliver something they have never manage…

The Final Score: Statement win for Arteta's Arsenal as City stumble into the post-Pep era

Arsenal have made an early statement, brushing aside Manchester City to lift the Community Shield. Mikel Arteta’s side look ready to build on last season’s success, while City face a very different challenge as they begin life without Pep Guardiola. Is this a sign of a changing of the guard in Engl…

The Final Score: New manager, new era; but same old old trauma for Liverpool? | 26/27 Premier League Season

After one of their weakest title defences in recent memory, Liverpool enter a new era under Andoni Iraola. With Mohamed Salah gone, the attack needs a new spark, while the defence requires strengthening around 35-year old Virgil van Dijk. But with a relatively quiet transfer window, could this be a…

The Final Score: Will Chelsea's change of tact in the transfer market deliver success? | 26/27 Premier League Season

Two managers, two caretaker spells and a season of struggle - Chelsea were desperate for a reset. Enter Xabi Alonso, an elite coach with plenty to prove. Enter Jordan Henderson, an experienced trophy winning leader. Enter Danny Welbeck, a fox in the box who has flourished with age. Now with a talen…

The Final Score: Newcastle's summer exodus, a cause for concern for the Magpies? | 26/27 Premier League Season

Head coach, gone. Club captain, gone. Midfield dynamo, gone. Flying winger, gone. The promise of big spending to compete with the big boys, gone. That's the story of Newcastle's off-season thus far...and the brand new campaign is a matter of weeks away. Will the Magpies flourish or fail in the face…

The Final Score: Having splashed the cash, will Tottenham make a splash in the season ahead? | 26/27 Premier League Season

Tottenham have survived relegation by the skin of their teeth in the last two Premier League seasons - finishing 17th. But their transfer business this summer suggests they have no intention of repeating those antics - with an outlay of close to $200 million on their midfield alone. Under the enigm…