How did the top flight pan out this season Well Chelsea ended up as Champions, and it proved to be one of the best title races in years, going down to the final day with Arsenal only falling away in the closing weeks aswell. We also had a new member of the top four, Spurs replacing Liverpool, who dropped like a stone down the league, and only one of the promote sides getting relegated with three sides getting cut adrift and being relegated well before the final day. Portsmouth were one of those sides and they had five owners, two managers, about a dozen loanees and £138m worth of debt. It may well be a long time before we ee them in the top flight again and whilst I won't miss the drive their fans have always been top notch and the top flight will be weaker for losing them. Back in August though none of this was known and eyebrows were raised on the opening day when Arsenal crushed Everton 6-1 at Goodison Park to take the early lead and send a message they were contenders, whilst Everton fans would have been forgiven for having the odd sleepless night that week. Tottenham were next to top the table, the position would change hands nearly thirty times in this enthralling season, after they thrashed Hull 5-1 at the KC Stadium, another side sending an early message. By the end of August Chelsea were back on top, with Spurs, Man Utd and then Stoke in fourth, completing the Champions League places. Just four weeks later not only had all the 100% records gone but every side had lost at least one game, showing that the league was much tighter and the gaps between the top sides and the rest was very much reduced
A match of great goals and late drama from the Emirates. These two teams had been engaged in a 20-year-long feud, and this was another grudge match.
Liverpool face FC Sion at Anfield in the UEFA Europa League.
Liverpool face Carlisle United at Anfield in the Capital One Cup.
Sparks flew before, during and after this fiery encounter. Arsenal, looking to continue their great home form, face a Ronaldo-inspired Man United.
It's often said that defending in the Premier League is now so good, goal-fests are a thing of the past. Clearly nobody told these two sides that!
Sparks flew before, during and after this fiery encounter. Arsenal, looking to continue their great home form, face a Ronaldo-inspired Man United.
Arguably the best game so far played at Arsenal's brand new Emirates Stadium. A late twist sees this regular grudge match end in spectacular fashion.
Spurs supporters have occasionally seen their team torn asunder by local rivals Arsenal down the years – but this match was closer than most.
A match of great goals and late drama from the Emirates. These two teams had been engaged in a 20-year-long feud, and this was another grudge match.
It's often said that defending in the Premier League is now so good, goal-fests are a thing of the past. Clearly nobody told these two sides that!
As the race for the '09 Premiership entered its final month, Arsenal began this game with a chance of chasing the title. Chelsea were in form, though.
Live from Craven Cottage. Norwich host the 8th round in PL against Arsenal. Norwich still hunting the first victory of the season, where Arsenal so far only has one defeat this season.
With Wigan drawing against Tottenham Hotspur on the weekend, Aston Villa's buffer outside the relegation zone is currently two points. A win would extend that to five, though Wigan will be left with a game in hand on the Villains. Sunderland are currently three points better off than Villa, with new manager Paolo Di Canio having instigated a fightback from the Black Cats. They've strung together two wins for the first time this year, and a third consecutive victory would see them move above Fulham and into 11th place. Only relegated side QPR have picked up fewer points at home than Villa this season, though Sunderland's 3-0 win away at rivals Newcastle in their last match was only their fourth win on the road. For Villa, Chris Herd, Marc Albrighton and Richard Dunne are all out injured, while Joe Bennett is in doubt after he limped out of the 3-0 defeat at Manchester United last Monday. Sunderland's long-term absentees Lee Cattermole, Steven Fletcher and Wes Brown could be joined on the sidelines by Titus Bramble, Connor Wickham and Phil Bardsley. Aston Villa injuries and suspensions Out: Chris Herd (foot), Marc Albrighton (foot), Richard Dunne (groin) In doubt: Joe Bennett (ankle) Sunderland injuries and suspensions Out: Lee Cattermole (knee), Steven Fletcher (ankle), Wes Brown (knee) In doubt: Titus Bramble (calf), Connor Wickham (knock), Phil Bardsley (ankle) Match Date/Time: Monday, 8 p.m GMT Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham, England
The end of an era for the Red Devils, as Sir Alex Ferguson takes charge for the final time at Old Trafford after 26 remarkable years. The champions will lift the Premier League trophy at the end of the match, and will be eager to ensure Swansea don't spoil the celebrations. Old Trafford will also bid farewell to Paul Scholes who announced his retirement for a second time this week.
Manchester United host Tottenham Hotspur in the first game of the season
Manchester United travel to Villa Park with both teams looking to maintain their perfect starts to the season.
Manchester United host Newcastle United hoping to continue their perfect start to the season, while Newcastle look to bounce back from there lose to Swansea
United travel to the Liberty Stadium
Liverpool travel to take on the Red Devils at Old Trafford
United travel to St Mary's Stadium to take on Southampton
Liverpool face Norwich City at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Aston Villa at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Everton at Goodison Park in the Barclays Premier League.
Barclays Premier League action at White Hart Lane. Jurgen Klopp's debut as Liverpool manager comes against a Spurs side unbeaten in the league since the opening day of the season.
The Barclays Premier League clash between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield. A 79th-minute goal from Daniel Sturridge secured the three points for Liverpool in this game last season.
Barclays Premier League action at Stamford Bridge. With pressure mounting on Jose Mourinho, and Jurgen Klopp chasing his first win, both sides will be desperate for three points.
Liverpool face Crystal Palace at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Huge Barclays Premier League football from the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City take on Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool. Man City have not lost at home to Liverpool in the league since 2008.
Liverpool face Swansea City at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Newcastle United host Liverpool at St James' Park in the Barclays Premier League. The previous meeting at St James' between these sides ended in a 1-0 Newcastle win.
Liverpool face West Brom at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Watford at Vicarage Road in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Leicester City at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Sunderland at The Stadium Of Light in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face West Ham at Upton Park in the Barclays Premier League.
Barclays Premier League action at Anfield. Liverpool secured a point in a 2-2 draw in last season's corresponding fixture thanks to a last-gasp equaliser from Martin Skrtel.
Huge Barclays Premier League derby action as Liverpool host Manchester United in the Barclays Premier League. United snatched a 2-1 win in this fixture last year.
Barclays Premier League action at Carrow Road. Liverpool have scored 22 goals in their last six league games against the Canaries, although 12 of those were scored by Luis Suarez.
Liverpool face Leicester City at the King Power Stadium in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Sunderland at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Aston Villa host Liverpool at Villa Park in the Barclays Premier League. Liverpool will be looking for a positive response after their FA Cup elimination in mid-week.
Liverpool face Everton at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Manchester City will be hoping to get their Barclays Premier League title challenge back on track at Anfield against a Liverpool side who demolished Aston Villa 6-0 last time out.
Crystal Palace host Liverpool at Selhurst Park in the Barclays Premier League. The London side won 2-1 in the reverse fixture earlier this season.
Liverpool face Chelsea at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Southampton at St Mary's Stadium in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool host Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League. The reverse fixture earlier this season at White Hart Lane ended 0-0 in a tense game..
Liverpool face Stoke City at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Borunemouth at Dean Court in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Newcastle United at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Swansea host Liverpool in the Barclays Premier League at the Liberty Stadium. James Milner's spot-kick secured a 1-0 win for the Reds when the sides met at Anfield in November.
Liverpool face Watford at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face West Brom at The Hawthorns in the Barclays Premier League.
A marquee clash on the Premier League's opening weekend, as Arsenal welcome Liverpool to the Emirates Stadium. The last time the sides met, they played out an exhilarating 3-3 draw.
Burnley play Liverpool at Turf Moor in the Premier League. Burnley have yet to score against The Reds in their four previous top-flight matches.
Tottenham Hotspur welcome Liverpool to White Hart Lane in the Premier League. Spurs are looking for their first league win over the Reds since 2012.
Liverpool host Leicester City in the Premier League at Anfield. The champions, who are without a win here since May 2000, could give a debut to new record signing Islam Slimani.
Liverpool face Hull City at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Manchester United at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face West Brom at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.
Liverpool face Watford at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League.