Top Flight Weekend Action: Crystal Palace v Brighton and Other Matches Real-Time Coverage
Just moments before kick-off in several important English top division matches, every one preceded by remembrance events.
Recent Squad Updates
Newcastle Manager Confesses Poor Performance
Newcastle performed horrible in their previous match against the Hammers, according to Eddie Howe recently admitted in his before the game comments. “We must produce something better. That day with West Ham proved difficult for us. Hopefully, we’ve learnt a lot. Now we have to begin earning points.”
On the winger: “He wasn’t close ultimately. The scan revealed a very slight problem with his hip which is a good opportunity for Harvey Barnes to come in.”
Forest Continue to Miss Key Forward
Still no Chris Wood for Forest, as Matz Sels, the defender, Anderson and the attacker are back.
Lukas Nmecha comes in for the goal-shy the Everton loanee, that had difficulties against Brighton in the previous round.
The Eagles Welcome Midfielder But Lose Centre-Back
The young midfielder is back for Crystal Palace although they will have no Marc Guéhi in the squad. Brighton field the same starting eleven that defeated the Yorkshire side in their last outing.
Oliver Glasner says that Guéhi “is suffering from a bone injury, he’s on crutches and he can’t so much as walk. At the moment it appears he can’t play for England in the upcoming matches as well.”
Injury Setback Affects Toon with Winger Sidelined
The talented winger is carrying a fitness issue and misses out for Newcastle, the replacement, who has performed strongly, steps into the lineup.
One change for Brentford, Aaron Hickey comes in.
Rotation at Bournemouth as Aston Villa Make Multiple Adjustments
The Bournemouth boss enjoys the benefit of rotation, Evanilson, the defender, Justin Kluivert along with the midfielder all starting as Bafode Diakite, the full-back, the attacker plus Junior Kroupi move to the subs for Bournemouth.
Matty Cash, John McGinn, Emiliano Buendia, the striker, the defender together with the midfielder are included for Villa from Thursday's Europa League game.
Official Lineups
Brentford versus United
Thomas Frank’s side: The goalkeeper, The defender, Collins, The Dutch defender, Hickey, The midfielder, The midfielder, The winger, The playmaker, Schade, Thiago. Substitutes: The backup keeper, The defender, Pinnock, The midfielder, Nelson, The attacker, Onyeka, Lewis-Potter, The midfielder.
Newcastle: Pope, Trippier, The defender, Botman, The full-back, Guimaraes, Tonali, The Brazilian, Jacob Murphy, Woltemade, Barnes. Replacements: Hall, The Swiss, Lascelles, Krafth, The winger, The midfielder, The Welshman, The youngster, The goalkeeper.
Official: Stuart Attwell (From the West Midlands)
Crystal Palace against The Seagulls
Oliver Glasner’s men: The goalkeeper, Richards, The centre-back, The defender, Munoz, The midfielder, Kamada, The left-back, The winger, Lerma, The striker. Subs: The reserve keeper, The defender, The winger, Uche, The full-back, Hughes, Esse, Sosa, The midfielder.
Brighton: The keeper, Wieffer, The centre-back, Dunk, The full-back, The midfielder, Ayari, Minteh, Rutter, Gomez, Welbeck. Subs: Steele, Tzimas, The defender, The defender, The full-back, The defender, Coppola, Knight, The midfielder.
Match official: The referee (West Sussex)
Aston Villa versus The Cherries
Unai Emery’s team: The goalkeeper, The full-back, The defender, Torres, Digne, Kamara, The midfielder, The captain, The winger, The playmaker, Watkins. Subs: Bizot, The defender, The midfielder, The Belgian, The forward, The winger, Maatsen, Bogarde, The attacker.
Andoni Iraola’s side: The keeper, Smith, The centre-back, The defender, Truffert, Adams, The midfielder, The winger, The forward, Semenyo, Evanilson. Replacements: Dennis, Cook, The winger, Christie, Doak, The defender, The full-back, The midfielder, Junior Kroupi.
Referee: The referee (From the Midlands)
Nottm Forest against United
Nottm Forest: The goalkeeper, The defender, The centre-back, Murillo, Williams, The midfielder, The midfielder, The winger, Gibbs-White, The midfielder, The forward. Substitutes: John Victor, The defender, The striker, The forward, Hutchinson, Yates, The attacker, The midfielder, Abbott.
Daniel Farke’s team: Lucas Perri, The defender, The centre-back, The defender, The winger, The midfielder, The attacker, The midfielder, Stach, The forward, The striker. Replacements: The keeper, Struijk, The winger, Calvert-Lewin, The striker, Harrison, Tanaka, Justin, The midfielder.
Match official: The Australian referee (From Down Under)
Preamble
Right, four games today at two o’clock, with plenty at stake. The fixture at Nottingham appears to be a crucial relegation battle. The Cherries can go into second place, whereas Palace can get into a European spot.
- The Eagles versus Brighton
- The Villans v Bournemouth
- Brentford versus The Magpies
- Nottingham Forest against United
| Pos | Team | P | Goal Difference | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 11 | 15 | 26 |
| 2 | The Blues | 11 | 10 | 20 |
| 3 | Manchester City | 10 | 12 | 19 |
| 4 | The Black Cats | 11 | 4 | 19 |
| 5 | Tottenham Hotspur | 11 | 9 | 18 |
| 6 | Liverpool | 10 | 4 | 18</ |
