Lesser lights sparkle in opening round of EPL

Swansea’s Andre Ayew scores his team's first goal during the Barclays Premier League match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on August 8. Photograph: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images Despite a......

EPL Updates: Newcastle striker Cisse charged with violent conduct

Papiss Demba Cisse of Newcastle United exchanges words with Seamus Coleman of Everton. Photograph: Mark Runnacles/Getty Images Newcastle United striker Papiss Cisse has been charged with violent......

Van Gaal rewarded for Christmas offering at United

Manchester United's Wayne Rooney (R) celebrates with team-mate Radamel Falcao (L) after scoring a goal against Newcastle. Photograph: Phil Noble/Reuters Louis van Gaal's carrot and stick approach......

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Leaders Chelsea have seen their lead reduced to just three points after a shock defeat, and a revival from defending champions Manchester City. Manchester United are back in third after a run of......

Toure, Tevez strike to give City glimmer of hope

Second-half goals by Yaya Toure and Carlos Tevez earned Manchester City a 2-0 win over Chelsea on Sunday that gave their fading hopes of retaining the Premier League crown a boost. Chelsea had......