This weekend the Premier League enters Week 3 and plenty of storylines are already brewing ahead of the huge rivalry matches.
Massive derbies between Liverpool and Manchester United and Arsenal and Tottenham headline the weekend action, but across the board intriguing games will play out before the international break arrives.
So make sure you watch NBC Sports Network for our feature games, and remember watch every single second of every single game live online via NBC Sports Live Extra and the NBC Sports Live Extra App.
And below that are the details of where and when you can watch every game in Week 3, and you will definitely want to bookmark the NBC Sports Live Extra page, as that’s where you can watch every single Premier League game this season.
Via your TV you can watch the games live on Premier League Extra Time.
So, here’s a quick look at what stories to watch out for in the games this weekend.
SATURDAY
Manchester City vs. Hull City (Etihad Stadium) 7:45 am EST: *NBCSN
Manuel Pellegrini’s side will look to get back on track after their 3-2 humbling at Cardiff City, while Hull will be battening down the hatches as they look to grab whatever they can from the Etihad. Big plus for City is the return of Matija Nastasic from injury. The Tigers are set to start with Tom Huddlestone and Jake Livermore in midfield, as the former Spurs duo impressed in the 1-0 win over Norwich last week. City will be on the prowl to get a big win.
Cardiff City vs. Everton (Cardiff City Stadium) 10:00 am EST: *NBCSN
Can the Bluebirds make it back-to-back wins at home in the Premier League? After picking up their first win in the English top-flight for over 50 years against Man City last Sunday, Cardiff know their home games are crucial if they’re going to survive. Meanwhile Everton are desperate for a win after Roberto Martinez’ side have drawn their first two games of the season. Darron Gibson (knee) and Antolin Alcaraz (hamstring) are still missing for the Toffees. Expect another blood and thunder affair down in South Wales as Cardiff grow in confidence.
Newcastle vs. Fulham (St. James’ Park) 10:00 am EST: *Premier League Extra Time
Alan Pardew’s side are still searching for their first win of the campaign after a 0-0 stalemate with West Ham United last week at St. James’ Park. The Magpies are hoping their one and only signing of the summer, Loic Remy, will play some part. As for Fulham, the last time their made the jaunt to the North East they grabbed all three points on the opening day of the season against Sunderland.
Norwich City vs. Southampton (Carrow Road) 10:00 am EST: *Premier League Extra Time
Norwich City will be looking to get their first win of the season as the Saints come to town. The Canaries failed to score against 10-man Hull City in their defeat last time out. Chris Hughton will be hoping new strikers Ricky van Wolfswinkel and Johan Elmander can combine with Gary Hooper still out injured. While Saints are still unbeaten and new club record signing Dani Osvaldo could get his first start for Southampton. Both sides spent big this summer, can the new boys deliver a win?
West Ham United vs. Stoke City (Upton Park) 10:00 am EST: *Premier League Extra Time
The Hammers have had a fine start to the season as Sam Allardyce’s men still haven’t conceded and have four points on the board. Alou Diarra is out for the season for West Ham and the game comes to soon for striker Andy Carroll who is still recovering from injury. Stoke are looking to get back-to-back PL wins as Mark Hughes’ new-look side aim to keep the momentum going. Two strong, physical and direct teams will battle it out in East London.
Crystal Palace vs. Sunderland (Selhurst Park) 12:30 pm EST: *NBC
A massive clash down at Selhurst Park as this is the best chance yet for Ian Holloway’s men to get off the mark this season. Two narrow defeats have shown that Palace aren’t far from being a good side, they just lack a cutting edge up front. As for Sunderland, Paolo Di Canio’s rebuild is taking a while to gel but some good signs are there. Can US national team forward Jozy Altidore shine live on NBC?
SUNDAY
Liverpool vs. Manchester United (Anfield) 8:30am EST: *NBCSN
A massive game at Anfield as these arch rivals go head-to-head. Liverpool have massive defensive problems as Kolo Toure joins Sebastian Coates on the treatment table, while Martin Skrtel has been rushed back from injury. As for United they have a fired up Wayne Rooney to lead them into the cauldron of a North West derby. David Moyes will be eager to win his first Liverpool-United derby. The atmosphere will be electric.
Arsenal vs. Tottenham Hotspur (Emirates Stadium) 11:00am EST: *NBCSN
Another huge derby game on Sunday, as North London rivals Arsenal and Spurs clash at a sold out Emirates. Tottenham’s rebuild has been the talk of the town as Andre Villas-Boas has splashed the cash this summer. It’s been the opposite at Arsenal as Arsene Wenger hasn’t spent a dime. Maybe the Gunners will dig deep if they don’t beat Spurs in a huge early battle for the top four. Must see.
West Bromwich Albion vs. Swansea City (The Hawthorns) 11:00am EST: *Premier League Extra Time
West Brom are still searching for their first win of the 2013-14 season and Swansea will provide a tough test for the Baggies. Striker Nicholas Anelka has returned to training after being handed “compassionate leave” but the Frenchman may have to sit on the bench. Swansea boss Michael Laudrup will shuffle his pack after their midweek trip to Romania in Europa League action. The Danish manager will want to get the Welsh side off and running after losing their first two games to Manchester United and Tottenham.
FULL TV SCHEDULE
Saturday’s matches:
7:45 am EST: Manchester City vs. Hull City (Etihad Stadium) *NBCSN
10:00 am EST: Cardiff City vs. Everton (Cardiff City Stadium) *NBCSN
10:00 am EST: Newcastle vs. Fulham (St. James’ Park) *Premier League Extra Time
10:00 am EST: Norwich City vs. Southampton (Carrow Road) *Premier League Extra Time
10:00 am EST: West Ham United vs. Stoke City (Upton Park) *Premier League Extra Time
12:30 pm EST: Crystal Palace vs. Sunderland (Selhurst Park) *NBC
Sunday’s matches:
8:30am EST: Liverpool vs. Manchester United (Anfield) *NBCSN
11:00am EST: Arsenal vs. Tottenham Hotspur (Emirates Stadium) *NBCSN
11:00am EST: West Bromwich Albion vs. Swansea City (The Hawthorns) *Premier League Extra Time
For full schedules of the matches going forward, bookmark this link.
