Opposition

Fabian Schär, Jacob Ramsey and Yoane Wissa will miss Newcastle’s clash with Arsenal, with Park Seung-soo also a doubt despite Gordon’s return.

Fabian Schär is ruled out of Newcastle v Arsenal with injury. Jacob Ramsey also sidelined, doubts over Yoane Wissa, but Anthony Gordon returns.

Iñaki Williams says the 2-0 loss to Arsenal was not a fair reflection of Athletic’s display, stressing his team left “every last drop of sweat” on the pitch.

Ernesto Valverde says Mikel Arteta is one of the world’s best managers and insists Athletic Club must deliver a perfect display to test Arsenal at San Mamés.

Athletic Club’s perfect start ended as Alavés sealed a shock win at San Mamés, casting doubt over their form before their Champions League game against Arsenal.

Ange Postecoglou begins life at Nottingham Forest with a daunting trip to the Emirates, describing the challenge as one his side must embrace without fear.

Forest’s preparations for their trip to north London have been disrupted by injuries, leaving Ange Postecoglou with key decisions to make for his first game.

Mohamed Salah has called Arsenal the favourites to win the Premier League ahead of Sunday’s game at Anfield against Liverpool.

Leeds midfielder Ao Tanaka suffered an MCL injury against Arsenal, raising fresh concerns for Daniel Farke as his side face a growing midfield crisis.

Liverpool suffer a defensive blow as Jeremie Frimpong is sidelined until mid-September, leaving Arne Slot short of options before key games against Newcastle and Arsenal.

Leeds defender Pascal Struijk praised Arsenal as “a really good team” after his side’s heavy defeat at the Emirates, conceding their title credentials are clear.

Leeds suffer a major setback as Ethan Ampadu is ruled out until after the break, though Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin could face Arsenal.

Rúben Amorim explains why André Onana was left out against Arsenal, as Altay Bayindir’s error gifted the Gunners victory at Old Trafford.