It was a thrilling day in the Premier League as Mohamed Salah scored a crucial penalty to secure a win for league leaders Liverpool against Bournemouth, while Abdoulaye Doucoure scored just 10 seconds into the game to give Everton the edge over Leicester. Ipswich and Southampton were also evenly matched with Liam Delap and Joe Aribo scoring for their respective teams. The excitement continues with Wolves facing off against Aston Villa, while Nottingham Forest dominated Brighton with a hat-trick from Chris Wood. Stay updated with all the action via #bbcfootball and get involved in the conversation!
Premier League Roundup: Liverpool and Nottingham Forest Shine
The Premier League delivered an entertaining weekend of football, with key wins for Liverpool and Nottingham Forest. Here's a rundown of the action:
Liverpool Hold Off Bournemouth
League leaders Liverpool secured a crucial 3-0 victory over Bournemouth, thanks to a crucial penalty from Mohamed Salah. The Reds were dominant throughout the match, with Salah's spot-kick coming in the second half after VAR intervened to award the penalty.
Everton Grab Early Lead in Leicester Draw
Abdoulaye Doucoure scored an impressive goal just 10 seconds into the game against Leicester City, the fastest goal in the Premier League this season. Leicester fought back with goals from Harvey Barnes and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, but Everton held on for a 2-2 draw.
Ipswich and Southampton Share Spoils
League One leaders Ipswich Town and second-placed Southampton played out a thrilling 2-2 draw. Liam Delap gave Ipswich an early lead, but Joe Aribo equalized for Southampton in the second half. Isaac Hayden scored to put Ipswich back in front, but Aribo netted his second in injury time to secure a share of the points.
Wolves and Aston Villa in Stalemate
Wolves and Aston Villa played out a goalless draw at Molineux. The game was marked by several missed chances, with both sides failing to find the back of the net despite creating opportunities.
Nottingham Forest Thrash Brighton
Nottingham Forest produced a stunning performance to thrash Brighton & Hove Albion 4-0 at the Amex Stadium. Chris Wood scored a hat-trick for Forest, while Brennan Johnson added the fourth. It was a dominant display from Steve Cooper's side, who climbed to 13th in the table.
Top 5 FAQs Related to the Premier League
Q1: Who is the current top scorer in the Premier League? A1: Erling Haaland of Manchester City, with 15 goals.
Q2: Which team has won the most Premier League titles? A2: Manchester United, with 20 titles.
Q3: Who was the first player to score 100 Premier League goals? A3: Alan Shearer of Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United.
Q4: What is the record for the fastest goal ever scored in the Premier League? A4: Shane Long for Southampton against Watford in 2019 (7.69 seconds).
Q5: Which team has the most consecutive wins in the Premier League? A5: Manchester City, with 18 consecutive wins in the 2017/18 season.
In a thrilling EFL Cup Final match at Wembley Stadium, Italy international Sandro Tonali helped his Newcastle side secure their first piece of silverware in 56 years. Despite Liverpool's late efforts, with substitute Federico Chiesa scoring in stoppage time, Tonali's solid performance, including a yellow card, contributed to their 2-1 win over the Reds. With Tonali's impressive form, it seems that the Magpies' decision to acquire him has paid off, especially as he has now won his first trophy in England.
After 70 long years, Newcastle United finally clinched a major domestic trophy as they beat defending champions Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium. The Magpies, who had previously lost their last five final appearances, including the 2023 Carabao Cup final, were determined to end their drought and put in a stunning performance against the Reds. Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak secured the win for Newcastle, despite a late goal from Liverpool's Federico Chiesa. With this historic victory, Newcastle has once again cemented their place in English football and brought joy to their loyal fans who have waited decades for this moment.
The much-awaited final between Newcastle and Liverpool met at Wembley with the EFL Cup on the line. After a cagey start, Dan Burn opened the scoring for Newcastle in added time of the first half with a powerful header. However, VAR disallowed a goal by Alexander Isak minutes into the second half due to offside. Isak finally secured the win for Newcastle with a brilliant strike at the 52nd minute. Despite Liverpool's late efforts, it wasn't enough to catch up, and Newcastle claimed the EFL Cup title.
In a thrilling FA Cup final, Newcastle dealt a devastating blow to Liverpool's hopes of securing their first domestic trophy in 66 years. Dan Burn's header in the first half and Alexander Isak's second-half strike secured a 2-0 victory for the Magpies, who lifted their first major trophy since 1969. The win marked a historic achievement for Newcastle and sent shockwaves through the football world, with fans taking to social media to share their excitement using the hashtag #bbcfootball. BBC's chief football correspondent John Murray described the atmosphere at Wembley as one of collective relief for the jubilant Newcastle supporters.
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer may miss out on being part of Thomas Tuchel's first England squad due to a recent injury. The 22-year-old has been struggling with a loss of form and has not been able to produce any goals or assists in his past seven Premier League outings. While Tuchel has included him in the 26-man squad, his current injury and lack of recent form may cast doubt over his involvement for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.
In a high-stakes Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 match, Gujarat Giants beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in their home turf. Despite a strong bowling performance from RCB’s Renuka Singh Thakur, a captain’s knock from Ashleigh Gardner and a disciplined bowling effort by GG led to a six-wicket win for the visitors. Former India skipper Anjum Chopra highlighted how the early loss of wickets and a lack of breakthroughs from RCB's bowlers resulted in their defeat. She also praised the depth of talent in the Australian players, as Gardner emerged as the hero for GG in this crucial match.
Despite the torrential rain and high hopes of Australian fans at the Formula One Australian Grand Prix, local driver Oscar Piastri's race ended in disappointment with a skid into the gravel on lap 44. This was the nation's 40-year wait for a home winner, but Piastri's ninth-place finish was a good recovery in a race filled with crashes and safety car deployments. However, the "home driver curse" continues as the last Australian to take a podium place was Daniel Ricciardo in 2014, who was later disqualified.
In a thrilling battle for the win at the Australian Grand Prix, Lando Norris held off Max Verstappen's late charge to claim victory. However, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner believes Norris got "nervous" as Verstappen closed in, leading to a mistake at Turn 6 that allowed Verstappen to get within striking distance. Despite the pressure, Norris was able to hold on for the win, showcasing his impressive skills in the challenging conditions.
After switching from Mercedes to Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton finishes 10th at the Australian Grand Prix and admits his weekend did not go as planned. The seven-time world champion struggled with the car, but managed to secure a point in a chaotic race. Hamilton remains determined and is looking forward to the next race in China.
Young Australian driver, Oscar Piastri, suffers a dramatic spin and spinout in the wet conditions at the F1 Australian Grand Prix. Despite teammate Lando Norris's win, Piastri's mistake on his home turf ruins a potential one-two finish for McLaren. Piastri takes full responsibility for the error that caused him to finish in ninth place.