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Cazorla wants new Arsenal deal despite Atletico Madrid link

By Nicholas MendolaOct 5, 2016, 4:15 PM EDT
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Diminutive Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla is a valuable piece of the Arsenal puzzle and — opinion alert — his health is probably the biggest reason the Gunners couldn’t chase down Leicester for the Premier League title last season.

Cazorla, 31, has two goals and a pair of assists in seven Premier League appearances for the Gunners this season after being limited to 15 appearances in 2015-16. Arsenal went 11W-8D-4L in his absence, and 9-3-3 when he was on the pitch.

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Arriving from Malaga in 2012, Cazorla has been a fixture for Wenger’s side. And he’d like to stick around, despite rumors of a move to Atletico Madrid (whom he calls an “amazing club”).

From Sky Sports:

“I am happy here. I am trusted by the manager and my team-mates.

“I am feeling important here, and if they’ll offer me a new contract, I’ll sign it because I am very happy with this great club.”

Away from on-field things, Cazorla joined Arsenal teammate Mesut Ozil for some play-by-play of the Gunners’ 3-0 win over Manchester United. We particularly enjoy Cazorla’s call of an Alexis Sanchez goal that begins, “Pass it, Alexis, pass it” and ends with a laser goal.

Watch Live: Liverpool v. Arsenal

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By Nicholas MendolaAug 24, 2019, 11:38 AM EDT
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2-0 to start the season, Liverpool and Arsenal are both bidding for their first marquee three points when they tangle at Anfield on Saturday (Watch live on NBC and online via NBCSports.com).

Alexandre Lacazette is on the bench for Arsenal as record signing Nicolas Pepe starts for the Gunners, who have beaten Burnley and Newcastle United.

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Liverpool’s wins have come against Norwich City and Southampton, and Reds boss Jurgen Klopp is deploying his very best to face the Gunners.

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AT HALF: Manchester United trails, 10-man Brighton loses goal to VAR

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By Nicholas MendolaAug 24, 2019, 10:54 AM EDT
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We’ve got goals. We’ve got red cards. We’ve got fun.

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All four Premier League 10 a.m. ET Saturday kickoffs have reached halftime. Here’s your primer to select which second half to stream live.

Watford 1-1 West Ham United

Chances and entertainment for days at Vicarage Road, where Mark Noble‘s early penalty was quickly offset by Andre Gray‘s emphatic finish of a Will Hughes through ball.

Brighton and Hove Albion 0-0 Southampton

Florin Andone has been sent off for the hosts after a gnarly challenge on Yan Valery, and further insult for Brighton came when VAR spotted a clear foul on Lewis Dunk‘s headed goal.

Sheffield United 0-1 Leicester City

Jamie Vardy may not tire of throwing parties, and James Maddison sure designs delightful invitations.

Manchester United 0-1 Crystal Palace

Possession doesn’t matter much if you can’t handle a 70-yard goalkeeper pass, and Victor Lindelof‘s lost header to Jeff Schlupp allowed Jordan Ayew as much time as he needed to slot past David De Gea.

United probably should be up a man after Gary Cahill chopped down Anthony Martial, but only a yellow arrived at Old Trafford.

Lampard, Abraham react to first Chelsea win, goal

By Nicholas MendolaAug 24, 2019, 10:33 AM EDT
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Frank Lampard was all business in being asked about his first Premier League win as Chelsea boss.

Coming on the heels of a loss and draw heading into Saturday’s 3-2 defeat of Norwich City, Lampard was ready to talk about the big picture (especially considering the Blues dealt with a pre-match injury to Pedro).

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With a lot of young players and a tricky transfer ban, Lampard has to walk a fine line between the expectations of Chelsea and the reality of working with a side he hasn’t been able to improve through the transfer window. From the BBC:

“We want to compete. We know this year is difficult on different levels. We’ve had a tough start, and yep, we needed a win. It helps confidence.”

On the other end of the spectrum is Tammy Abraham, who has no qualms whatsoever with his first Chelsea goal in the Premier League.

“I didn’t even know how to celebrate so I just ran over to the management and the staff. It always gives confidence to me and the young boys when the coach believes in you.”

Sheffield United is next, a real chance for the Blues to round into form even if the Blades have been plucky early in their Premier League return.

Watch Live: Four Premier League games at 10am ET

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By Joe Prince-WrightAug 24, 2019, 9:47 AM EDT
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Four Premier League games kick off at 10 a.m. ET on Saturday, as Matchweek 3 is in full swing.

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Man United host Crystal Palace, Southampton head to Brighton, Watford and West Ham do battle and Leicester travel to Sheffield United.

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You can access additional games by purchasing the new “Premier League Pass” via NBC Sports Gold which also includes an extensive selection of shoulder programming such as Premier League News, Premier League Today and NBC Sports originals such as Premier League Download and much more.

[ STREAM: “Goal Rush” here ]

For those of you familiar with the Premier League Breakaway Show during busy days (Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Championship Sunday etc.) in the PL, this will follow that model of being similar to the NFL RedZone with action shown from all of the games in the 10 a.m. ET window. More info is available here.

The schedule for all four games at 10 a.m. ET is below and you can stream each game live by clicking on the links.

10 a.m. ET: Man United v. Crystal Palace – NBCSN [STREAM]
10 a.m. ET: Brighton v. Southampton – NBC Sports Gold [STREAM]
10 a.m. ET: Sheffield United v. Leicester – NBC Sports Gold [STREAM]
10 a.m. ET: Watford v. West Ham – NBC Sports Gold [STREAM]