Premier League

Leicester City will face Nottingham Forest in a Premier League clash tonight, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm BST. Leicester has made three changes to their starting lineup following their thrilling 3-2 comeback win against Southampton last Saturday. Bilal El Khannouss and Oliver Skipp have been moved to the bench, and Victor Kristiansen is sidelined due to injury. In their places, Ricardo Pereira, Harry Winks, and Abdul Fatawu will start. On the other hand, Nottingham Forest is sticking with the same squad that secured a 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Monday night, making no changes to their lineup. James Ward-Prowse returns from suspension and will be on the bench, while Morgan Gibbs-White continues to be unavailable due to injury.

**England vs. Germany, Premier League Updates, and Europa League Reactions – Live Football Coverage** - Stay tuned for news and buildup as the Lionesses prepare for their match at Wembley. - Check out the latest insights on the Premier League with our top 10 things to watch for this weekend. In a concerning incident during the Europa League match, Lazio winger Loum Tchaouna was substituted after facing racial abuse from fans during their 2-0 victory against Dutch club Twente. Coach Marco Baroni confirmed the situation, noting that Tchaouna was visibly upset before being taken off in the 89th minute. The French player expressed his frustration by mimicking monkey noises to convey what had disturbed him. Stay with us for more updates and reactions from the world of football.

**Premier League: Key Highlights to Watch This Weekend** This weekend's Premier League action features a significant reunion for Steve Cooper, a chance for Matheus Nunes to shine, and a tactical dilemma for Mikel Arteta. Two years ago, a heavy 4-0 defeat at the King Power Stadium seemed to signal the end of Steve Cooper's tenure at Nottingham Forest. Although he managed to hold on for another 14 months before being dismissed, his recent situation at Leicester appeared precarious as well. However, after securing two consecutive victories following a commendable performance against Arsenal, Cooper's position has become more secure. Despite this positive trend, some fans remain skeptical about the manager who previously found success with their rivals. A win on Friday night would not only mark a third straight victory but also bolster Cooper's standing among supporters. If Leicester secures the points, they will climb into the top half of the table, providing some justification for the manager's appointment after a rocky start to their Premier League campaign. **Match Schedule:** - Leicester vs. Nottingham Forest, Friday 8pm BST - Aston Villa vs. Bournemouth, Saturday 3pm BST - Brentford vs. Ipswich Town, Saturday 3pm BST - Brighton vs. Wolves, Saturday 3pm BST - Manchester City vs. Southampton, Saturday 3pm BST - Everton vs. Fulham, Saturday 5.30pm BST Stay tuned for an exciting weekend of football!

The English football regulator will be mandated not to decrease the parachute payments allocated to clubs relegated from the Premier League, as outlined in new legislation. This bill, released by the government on Thursday, is currently making its way through parliament. It specifies that any financial redistribution agreements established by the regulator must not lead to a reduction in the amount of relegation revenue distributed to clubs. This development aligns with statements made by Lisa Nandy, the secretary of state for culture, media, and sport, who assured Premier League clubs on Wednesday that parachute payments would remain intact, despite being included in the regulator's oversight by the Labour government.

José Mourinho has playfully suggested that he could potentially earn a fourth Premier League winner’s medal if Manchester City were to be stripped of their 2018 title, after finishing as the runner-up with Manchester United that season. Currently managing Fenerbahce, Mourinho's team is set to face his former club in the Europa League on Thursday. In his comments, Mourinho also noted that he believes Erik ten Hag has been given a level of "trust and stability" at Manchester United that he did not experience during his own tenure at the club.

José Mourinho playfully hinted that he could potentially secure a fourth Premier League title with Manchester United, contingent on Manchester City being stripped of their 2018 title. Mourinho, currently managing Fenerbahce, made these remarks ahead of his team's Europa League match against his former club. He also expressed his belief that Manchester United has demonstrated "trust and stability" in Erik ten Hag by retaining him as manager for the current season, contrasting this with his own experience during his tenure at the club.

The government is set to empower an independent football regulator with the authority to block Premier League clubs from selling their stadiums to related or third-party entities. This move is part of the government's broader football governance bill. In June, the Premier League attempted to address a loophole that allowed clubs to sell properties for one-off profits, thereby circumventing profitability and sustainability regulations. However, the proposal failed to gain sufficient support, with only 11 out of 20 clubs voting in favor at their annual general meeting last summer. The proposal fell short of the two-thirds majority needed to amend the league's rules.

**Football Daily: The Ongoing Struggles of the Premier League's Winless Teams** Season previews can be quite amusing. Reflecting on the summer, filled with optimism, those early predictions now seem to mock their authors. Back in August, Oliver Glasner was hailed as a master tactician, having successfully fortified Crystal Palace’s defense while allowing talents like Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise to shine. Adam Wharton was compared to Paul Scholes—not just for his striking looks but also for his tackling prowess. There were even calls for Gareth Southgate to give Wharton a chance during the summer Euros. Jean-Philippe Mateta was touted as a prolific scorer, showcasing his skills at the Big Sports Day. What could possibly go wrong? While I share your skepticism regarding Inter Miami’s ‘qualification’ for FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup, I wonder if you noticed that RB Salzburg, with just one appearance in the Champions League's last 16 over the past five years, also managed to qualify. In a previous edition, it was mentioned that the MLS Supporters’ Shield is awarded to the ‘best team in the regular season.’ However, that’s not entirely accurate. The Shield goes to the team with the most points during the regular season. This distinction matters because the MLS operates on a wildly unbalanced schedule. For instance, Inter Miami faces weaker teams like Chicago and New England twice while not playing against ten other teams in the league at all. This makes it challenging to determine who the best team truly is. Credit where it’s due—Inter Miami is indeed impressive, but the MLS scheduling is perplexing, almost as baffling as Gianni Infantino himself. I can’t be the only one who read the nostalgic piece from Noble Francis and longed for simpler times. Sure, we had our share of annoying chatter back then, but it seemed less tainted by the relentless commercialism we see today. The mention of Ronaldo being persuaded to play after suffering a fit was particularly concerning, though given it was a FIFA event, one might assume everything was above board. This is just a glimpse of our daily football newsletter, Football Daily. For the complete version, be sure to check out our subscription page.

Nottingham Forest is set to face Crystal Palace in a Premier League clash, kicking off at 8pm BST. In the early moments of the match, Lerma received a yellow card for pulling back Elanga, a frustrating start for the Palace midfielder who will need to be cautious for the remainder of the game. Just a few minutes in, Eze came close to scoring for Palace. The England international made a dynamic run from the right flank, driving towards goal. Milenkovic, retreating to his own 18-yard box, failed to challenge Eze, who shifted the ball and fired a shot just wide of the top corner. It was a near miss, leaving Sels, the Forest goalkeeper, relieved as the ball sailed past the post. Stay tuned for more updates as the match unfolds.

The Premier League has decided not to reassess the legality of Newcastle United's takeover by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, despite recent claims regarding Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's significant involvement in the deal. Reports have emerged from leaked WhatsApp messages belonging to former Newcastle minority co-owner Amanda Staveley, indicating that the approval of Bin Salman, the de facto leader of Saudi Arabia, was crucial for the 2021 buyout. The £305 million takeover, led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, was initially sanctioned only after the Premier League received "legally binding assurances" that the Saudi state would not exert control over the club. However, the Premier League believes that its regulations have not been violated and will not be revisiting the matter.