The debate surrounding Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's seemingly brutal decision to ditch England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale and replace him with David Raya seemed an age away at Villa Park on Saturday.Since last season's early uncertainty, which raised questions about whether Arteta had acted in haste by bringing in the Brentford goalkeeper, Spain international Raya has proven himself to be an integral part of Arsenal's ambitions to win the Premier League.And in one miraculous moment at Villa Park, when Raya somehow recovered his position from the foot of his post to save Ollie Watkins' diving header, he proved his worth once...

Raya proves his worth again

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Match report & player ratings from Aston Villa 0-2 Arsenal in the Premier League.

Aston Villa 0-2 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners snatch nervy win

West Ham forward Jarrod Bowen says the ball boy he pulled from under an advertising hoarding after Tomas Soucek scored during the 2-0 win at Crystal Palace was "all good" after the game. Report: Crystal Palace 0-2 West Ham.

'It was just instinct' - Bowen pulls ball boy from under hoarding

Gary Lineker presents highlights and analysis from Saturday's seven Premier League fixtures.If you missed Match of the Day, you can catch up now on BBC iPlayer.Listen back to full match commentaries on BBC Sounds:
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Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has discussed the club's plans to sign Valencia and Georgia stopper Giorgi Mamardashvili.

Alisson reveals surprise stance on Liverpool's interest in goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili

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Herbie J Pilato

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

Everything you need to know ahead of Columbus Crew vs LAFC in the Leagues Cup 2024 final.

Columbus Crew vs LAFC: Preview, predictions, team news - Leagues Cup final

The Associated Press

LONDON (AP) — Two games into the Premier League season, and the scrutiny is already back on Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag. Joao Pedro scored in the fifth minute of injury time to give Brighton a 2-1 home win over United on Saturday in a game that showed that the inconsistencies that plagued Ten Hag’s team last season still haven’t been eradicated.

Ten Hag faces scrutiny after United loss while Haaland nets hat trick and Arsenal beats Aston Villa

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Everything you need to know ahead of Philadelphia Union vs Mazatla in the Leagues Cup 2024 quarter-finals.

Philadelphia Union vs Colorado Rapids: Preview, predictions, team news

Here's AC Milan's predicted lineup against Parma ahead of the Serie A clash on Saturday, Aug. 24, featuring two new signings.

AC Milan predicted lineup vs Parma: Serie A

LA Galaxy are all set to play host to Atlanta United this weekend in Major League Soccer action. There will be plenty of buzz surrounding the Galaxy squad after the arrival of Borussia Dortmund legend Marco Reus. The 35-year-old midfielder joined the Gs on a free transfer and he's available for selection Saturday night at Dignity Health Sports Park.

LA Galaxy predicted lineup vs Atlanta United: MLS

Nottingham Forest have signed centre-back David Carmo from Porto on a five-year deal. The 25-year-old Angola international will spend the 2024-25 season on loan at Olympiakos, where he spent the second half of last season and won the Europa Conference League. Portugal-born Carmo made 27 appearances for Porto, including in...

Forest sign Carmo and send on loan to Olympiakos

Juventus have reportedly reignited their interest in signing Man Utd winger Jadon Sancho.

Long-term Jadon Sancho admirers 'reignite interest' in transfer

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has been speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "It was a good start. Most importantly, we did not concede much. The only big chance we conceded was a set-piece and that is always so difficult when you play Brentford."They can threaten in many ways, but one is certainly set pieces and we controlled that quite well, apart from that one moment. One of their set-pieces also led to our first goal, which was pleasing to see.""To get a great start like this, you have to work really hard. The boys kept on working really hard...

Liverpool 2-0 Brentford: What Slot said

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has passed away.

Sven-Goran Eriksson passes away aged 76

Sporting News

Premier League free kick king James Ward-Prowse could leave West Ham United before the EPL transfer window shuts this month.

England star set for shock Premier League exit before transfer deadline

Napoli are close to reaching an agreement with a Saudi Pro League club for the transfer of Victor Osimhen despite interest from Chelsea and Arsenal.

Napoli 'near agreement' for Victor Osimhen transfer

Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay could have played his last game for Manchester United despite a £19.5m bid from Napoli being rejected as a £25.5m offer could be enough to get the deal done. (Fabrizio Romano on X)Scotland centre-half Liam Cooper is close to agreeing a return to Hull City following his departure from Leeds United and the 32-year-old was in owner Ali Acun Ilicali's box at the MKM Stadium for Saturday's 0-0 draw with Millwall. (Sky Sports)Read Sunday's Scottish gossip

Scotland's McTominay & Cooper on the move?

Everton have held talks with Chelsea over a loan deal for striker David Datro Fofana as the Toffees look to move on Neal Maupay, sources have revealed to TEAMtalk. Sean Dyche has hinted that it will be a quiet final week of the transfer window for Everton but we understand that work is being done on deals behind the scenes.

Exclusive: Everton ‘hold talks’ to sign Chelsea striker as two Toffees stars are tipped to leave

Atlanta United fell 2-0 on the road to LA Galaxy as Bundesliga legend Marco Reus grabbed a goal and an assist to propel his team to victory at Dignity Health Sports Park. Leading up to the late-night showdown, both sides were looking forward to giving two new signings their debuts. The Galaxy were eager to introduce Borussia Dortmund legend Marco Reus to the mix while Atlanta were hopeful of an impact from Alexey Miranchuk.

LA Galaxy 2-0 Atlanta United: Player ratings as Five Stripes fall in return to MLS action

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David Raya explains how he made stunning save to deny Ollie Watkins

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has opened up on the remarkable save he made to deny Ollie Watkins in Saturday's 2-0 win at Aston...

David Raya explains how he made stunning save to deny Ollie Watkins

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