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After a year of restraint last season, with only 3 clubs putting their prices up in the premier league. . .

"It's hard to win the Premier League because our top four sides plus Barcelona probably make up the best five sides in Europe, " he said.

We're far from happy with our form in the Premier League as well but the only way to turn things around is by sticking together.

"How much Arsenal are loved here in Asia and how much the Premier League has penetrated Asia [has been positive], " he said.

He made it clear that the prospect of a move into the Premier League with Newcastle appealed to him and we couldn't stand in his way.

Roy Keane says learning from Sir Alex Ferguson and Brian Clough will stand him in good stead in his debut season in the Premier League.

There has not been a draw between the teams at Fulham in the Premier League.

I'm desperate to get that photo of me with my teammates holding the Premier League trophy.

The lurking dangers stored up in complacency during the Premier League's world-conquering boom have finally broken to the surface.

As Alan Pardew said, you would struggle to see this sort of turnaround in a seven-a-side Sunday kick about, let alone in the Premier League.

18 million, but a knee injury restricted his involvement and he did not start in the Premier League until late December.

One of my dreams as a professional footballer is to play in the Premier League but this summer is not like any other.

target Luis Suarez has confirmed that he ready to move to England, as he believes his game would be suited to the Premier League.

But there is no point dwelling on it, it is all in the past, we have got to move on and concentrate on the Premier League.

I thought he had a good season and I think he's the best right back in the Premier League.

So far, Ballack can be considered in the vanguard of his countrymen who have tested the Premier League as a place to play.

I could feel from the first day I arrived here that the main thing was the Premier League, not the Champions League.

Anyway, to be connected with such a big club (Liverpool) flatters me. Who would not be tempted to play in the Premier League?

I do not believe at all that the Premier League has become weaker.

Similarly, the real English football is not that of the Premier League, but rather its national team.

It's just people expect too much in his first year. No-one gave him chance to settle in and become familiar with the Premier League.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has no new injury worries for Sunday's home match against Sunderland in the Premier League.

A non-league side, who have come through the Qualifying rounds, drawn against one of the Premier League's heavy weights .

There continues to be a high level of interest from the US in the Premier League both in terms of fans and also the influx of US owners.

Just look at Liverpool, who haven't made an impact in the Premier League for years and yet are always doing well in the Champions League.

We have to take this win into the next game because we want to show we are a top team and belong at the top of the Premier League.

The former Liverpool and Galatasaray goalkeeper has established himself as one of the Premier League's leading players in his position.

Birmingham chief Steve Bruce believes Mourinho 'will not just be a loss to Chelsea but to the Premier League as well'.

He desperately wants to win the Premier League with Liverpool and every season that he does not do it hurts a bit more.

Yet significant change is needed to retain our place in the premier league of global economic powers.

Owen was the only player plying his trade outside the Premier League to be selected for England 2002 World Cup squad.

He's one of the best left-backs in the Premier League and he settled in really quickly at Manchester United.

The Premier League have agreed new financial reporting methods that will help to monitor when clubs might be hitting trouble.

We now look ahead to two away games in a week, at Genk in the Champions League and at Blackburn in the Premier League next weekend.

It is important for a club who wants to play at the top of the Premier League and fighting for the Europa League to have strong players.

We had a good example with Wolves [of beating Manchester United] how strong the Premier League is. Any team is a real threat for anybody.

And now it appears he could be set for a third spell in the Premier League - if he can be prized away from Greek side Panathinaikos.

Let's do it step by step and hopefully enough we will be able to convince the panel that Rajkovic deserves a chance in the Premier League.

He'd give us a different option if he does come, and it would be great for the Premier League to get the likes of Ronaldinho.

Since Alonso quit Anfield for Real Madrid, Liverpool have crashed out of the Champions League and are struggling in the Premier League.

Wenger insists that the Premier League's claim to be the best league in the world could be compromised by poor pitches.

Arsenal are the only English side who can win the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and Carling Cup.

You can qualify for the last 16 of the Champions League, the Premier League can maybe start taking its pattern by the end of December.

Wigan Athletic netted only three headed goals in the Premier League this season; fewer than any other side.

And he went on to win the Premier League again, adding an FA Cup and two Carling Cups along the way - all in just three seasons.

Arshavin previously admitted he wanted a move to Spain but he hasn't closed the door on a move to the Premier League.

Ian Ayre specifically consulted with the Premier League who had some discussion with Sky, but neither were able to accomodate our position.

Kenneth Huang, reportedly at the centre of a proposed takeover of Liverpool, has played down links with the Premier League club.

Blackpool is now in a much improved financial state than they were prior to their season in the Premier League.

Therefore, it's only a matter of time until these sorts of American ideas come into the Premier League.

Torres and his new boss can take their minds off the Premier League fight today . . . but come up against Manchester United in the FA Cup.

Since then Birmingham have added eight new faces, including a trio who ought to be eager to grab their chance in the Premier League.

WAYNE Rooney has set his sights on overtaking Arsenal at the top of the Premier League during the Christmas period.

I have always been interested in playing in the Premier League, but my head is in the World Cup and I have a deal with Atletico.

We've just begun to build and are years behind them so we don't expect this to be our year to win the Premier League.

It would be simpler for Ryan to continue in the Premier League, a competition he knows well. We're actually studying an offer.

I believe in the Premier League you get what you deserve from the quality of your performance.

It still hasn't really sunk in now that I could be playing in the Premier League week in and week out. It's unreal.

United will be among the elite, but they are still to suggest that the Premier League trophy can be recaptured.

Gary Neville has warned his Manchester United team-mates that they cannot afford to be cast adrift in the Premier League title race.

But the Arsenal manager could be handed a double boost when the Premier League reconvenes after the next international break.

When the clubs met to discuss the issue last Friday, one course of action they considered was a legal challenge against the Premier League.

In the Premier League, Europa League and Champions League you need to play three times a week so it's really good to do that.

The Premier League, founded on avarice, is now on the edge of a precipice.

Job: Head of the Premier League's referees. Had a distinguished career in domestic and international football.

Going beyond the Premier League, United have also won the FA Cup more times (11) than any other EPL side, with Arsenal second with 10 times.

"Andrea has expressed his desire to return to Italy, especially after an average season in the Premier League, " concluded Pastorello.

But the ECHO understands the Premier League would not view that move as Liverpool being declared insolvent.

I have to say after this game, we are one of the best teams in the Premier League.

However on Wednesday, Shay Given, often touted as the best keeper in the Premier League, made an identical error to the Pole.

Rafa Benitez has again reiterated his desire to return to management in the Premier League, insisting he is 'ready and waiting'.

Lehmann praised the Premier League's organisation and its decision to move kick-offs to times more suitable for overseas viewers.

Do you think the Premier League will remain the best league in the world [with a rule like that]?

This picture was taken at Villa Park just minutes after the Geordies' relegation from the Premier League had been confirmed.

My goal was always to play in the Premier League and Arsenal was the choice of my heart.

As the Premier League starts again it remains the peak of his focus. But only just.

Liverpool had already exited the UEFA Champions League at the first hurdle and currently sit seventh in the Premier League table.

The Club provided scarves for every fan at the first home game of the Premier League season on Saturday to boost the atmosphere.

And Graham has also questioned whether the Gunners can ever win the Premier League title by copying Barcelona's 'total football' model.

We have to recover quickly because we cannot drop any more points to have a chance to fight for the Premier League.

They've gradually improved every season in the Premier League and Tony is a real good guy, with great principles.

"We're a small island with a relatively small population, " says Richard Scudamore, ceo of the Premier League.

The leading clubs in the Premier League can no longer be sure of the affluence that once overwhelmed opponents.

On paper we should be winning this group. The Champions League is just as important to us as the Premier League.

When you do not start well in the race for the Premier League, it's all negative around you.

Every one of the lads wants to win not just the Champions league but the Premier League also.

He has the quality of a top-level player but he is still very young to throw in every week in the Premier League.

Sir Alex Ferguson's men won just five away games in the Premier League and French left-back Evra is determined to do much better in future.

Most of the main stays of the left, but Nedved has remained difficult times and helped Juventus win the Premier League back.

He has worked the amount of time required by the Premier League and everything is going fine.

He has worked the amount of time required by the Premier League and everything is going fine.

Never before in the history of the Premier League have they lost all four of their encounters with Chelsea and Manchester United.

Hassan Yebda played for Portsmouth against Liverpool in the Premier League last season at Fratton Park in a game the Reds lost.

Now you've got what you've got because you had some forward-thinking people who created the Premier League.

To be an Argentinian, playing in the Premier League and to be captain of Newcastle United.

Meanwhile, Benitez was quick to support Hull's under-fire manager Phil Brown, whose side currently sit second bottom of the Premier League.

We want to win the Premier League and the Champions League, they're the main two, but there's also the FA Cup as well.

I didn't deserve to be in the squad in 2006, when you're not playing in the Premier League it's not heard of at all.

Founder members Norwich City are back in the Premier League after a six-year absence.

And tough times or not this year, ticket prices in the premier league have risen on average 7 percent - well ahead of inflation.

Gallas has played all the Premier League games and once you are in a routine, winning keeps the confidence high.

It's a wry line. Benitez is smiling and, as ever, sticking up for himself. The Premier League is less interesting without him.

I know that this is a London derby game and I spoke to Manuel Almunia, who saved a penalty against Spurs in the Premier League.

By contrast, of the eight players from the AFC region in the Premier League, five are Australians, two are South Korean and one is Omani.

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Last season's double was the second the Londoners have recorded over Liverpool in the Premier League.

We have got two home games coming up in the Premier League and we need to make them count.

Just three or four teams in the Premier league play attractive football. The others set great store by commitment, discipline and defending.

People forget quickly the quality of the performances we have put in, but we are on a remarkably consistent run in the Premier League.

Cardiff is also a good team, who will challenge for promotion to the Premier League next year. They played with a lot of intensity.

Young will also help Liverpool's homegrown players quota, a ruling newly introduced to the Premier League, should the sale go through.

The Premier League is grateful for Liverpool FC's cooperation and openness at the start and throughout the process.

At home the Premier League and our clubs hae a long-held commitment and reputation for investing in community and education programmes.

Yet the FA has known this for many months, and as the game's nominal overseer, could have obliged the Premier League to rejig its fixtures.

Arsenal are right in the race for the Premier League title, despite losing twice to big rivals Chelsea and Manchester United.

Vieira said: "I really wanted to come back to the Premier League and there was big interest from Tottenham. "

We cynically barged in, rose well above our station and stole the Premier League title two seasons in a row.

Though only four different teams have won the Premier League since 1992, most fans seem unperturbed by a lack of competitiveness.

He has been one of the best midfielders in the Premier League since it started.

Diaby will definitely miss Wednesday night's Champions League opener with Braga and the Premier League trip to Sunderland on Saturday.

Ferguson refuses to name names, but admits he wants something done before the start of the Premier League at the weekend.

However, Liverpool could still not win the Premier League title and are now looking to end Manchester United's reign next year.

He has 150 games in the Premier League and is very strong in reading the game and winning the ball back.

Auckland, New Zealand, also makes the premier league along with three Canadian cities - Vancouver, Toronto and Calgary.

I just want to get back to my club now and keep working hard, get a good start in the Premier League, and we'll take it from there.

For United in their present form there are few worries as they lurk a point behind the Premier League leaders.

The manager has recently received criticism in the press for comments made after the Premier League away trips to Aston Villa and Chelsea.

So up it floats again , the Premier League balloon, defiantly refusing to burst even in the harshest economic climate .

But my playing style suits the Premier League, where the football is played moving forward.

Has the dominance of so many overseas players in the Premier League impacted on the national team? Should there be a restriction?

On the eve of their first season in the Premier League, Blackpool sign five players in one day to strengthen their ranks.

Despite Charlton's relegation, Zheng enjoyed his time in the Premier League experience and is hoping to return to Europe.

It's arguable whether this is better than Barcelona, but it is certainly the best in the Premier League.

He struck a vital early goal against Leeds in the FA Cup replay and also found the net against Birmingham in the Premier League.

Even in the last injury-hit campaign he scored 17 as Liverpool ran United a close second in the Premier League.

The whole phenomenon of the Premier League could be threatened.

The Premier League's most difficult transfer deal finally came through after much haggling from both sides.

Steven Gerrard believes Liverpool have to be more consistent in their performances in order to win the Premier League this season.

Chelsea put six past West Brom at Stamford Bridge to show their intent on regaining the Premier League title, the Telegraph reports.

The Frenchman said: "I think the Premier League has a basic promise to organise the fixtures in a normal way. "

This attraction flourished in 1992 with the birth of the Premier League, when footballers' fees rose hugely.

Van Persie knows Arsenal cannot afford another defeat if they are to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League trophy.

"No game in the Premier League is ever simple, but especially away from home, " he told LFC Weekly.

Some players are struggling to cope with the pace and demands of the Premier League.

Team-sheets from the Premier League down have players of all ethnicities, and organising bodies host myriad anti-racism events.

Arsene Wenger has conceded that Arsenal will struggle to win the Premier League this season, with Manchester United the likely champions.

Rafael van der Vaart has wasted no time in winning a new set of admirers at White Hart Lane and throughout the Premier League.

He has been desperate to get back involved in the Premier League so it is no surprise to me.

Bartley has never played in the Premier League so it could be difficult but the other two are options.

So with the biggest ground in the Premier League, United are likely to benefit the most from this pressure-induced bias. QED.

They have moved back into excellent form since they lost their games against Manchester United and Chelsea in the Premier League.

Steven Gerrard believes there are several exciting prospects at the Academy who could one day take the Premier League by storm.

Van Persie is currently Arsenal's leading goalscorer in the Premier League this season, with seven goals.

Mario Balotelli insists he is enjoying his time at Manchester City and believes the club can win the Premier League title this season.

To lend a bigger hand to mid- or low-placed sides like Villa and Sheffield, the Premier League could learn from the NBA.

But before hurting his leg, he was standing toe-to-toe with the other best strikers in the Premier League.

Rafa Benitez has lauded Pepe Reina as the Premier League' s best as his countryman closes in on another Anfield landmark.

In two recent articles, I wrote about United's cult heroes from the Premier League era and the 114 years before that.

Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson says the Premier League needs a winter break as they prepare for their clash at Blackpool.

"Arsenal still have problems in the Premier League against physical teams, " said Petit.

Wayne Rooney, fresh from winning the Premier League title, expressed his hopes of playing in the event.

but will return to the starter's list having given evidence to the Premier League inquiry on Monday.

RafaBenitez has claimed next season's transfer budget will not be affectedif Liverpool finish outside the top four in the Premier League.

Chelsea know a win will take them level with Arsenal, who have led the Premier League for most of the season.

"When you are ready for the Champions League you are ready for the Premier League, " Wenger told Arsenal Player.

The resulting nine-point penalty makes relegation from the Premier League all but certain.

Aston Villa have got themselves a very good manager and I am not surprised Gerard has come back into the Premier League.

Every game is difficult in the Premier League, but we know we have to win our home games.

Simon admits he grew frustrated playing in the reserves at Liverpooland says he requested the Premier League club end his contract.

That's why we have to recover and focus completely on the Premier League now.

Arsenal say the Premier League has given approval to the takeover of the club by American Stan Kroenke.

The Premier League also confirmed today there were no current plans to revive the proposal.

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The Premier League is of course an attraction but so is the Spanish League, both because of their renowned footballers and level of play.

We want to obviously get the Premier League title back and challenge for all the honours again.

Of course the Premier League is attractive, but right now there is only one issue for me and that is avoiding the drop.

In fact this is the basic paradox: he is still, for all of this, the Premier League's bonny boy, its cosseted favourite son.

Undoubtedly the key moment of the Premier League season.

In the counter-proposal, the Premier League club sought to change the structure of payment and the total value of the transaction.

Every game in the Premier League presents its own degree of difficulty and none more so than this game because it's our next one.

His style of football is very good for any league, but especially the Premier League because you need to be physical.

The Premier League, also called the Premiership, is the division where the twenty best English teams play.

are currently in discussions with the Premier League about proceduresahead of Sunday's match.

I think first of all the Premier League is the strongest league in the world and its reach is global.

I believe the sensation of this year in the Premier League will be Florent Malouda.

He helped the Hammers to finish ninth in the Premier League and reach the 2006 FA Cup final under then manager Alan Pardew.

Cole saw red in the 1-1 draw with Arsenal on the opening weekend of the Premier League season, but he insists he is not bitter.

I think we're in a good position in the Premier League and we'll do our best to win the Champions League and FA Cup as well.

He later moved to Barcelona before returning to the Premier League with Manchester City in 2009.

Dein was also instrumental in the birth and development of the Premier League, which has re-shaped the structure of English football.

Drogba - His golden boot speaks for itself and in my opinion was last years best player in the Premier League.

In the absence of Ronaldo, Rooney has been prolific, scoring 26 goals in the Premier League before injury curtailed his run.

England will also need the help of the Premier League.

Sunderland are proof that the Premier League is more competitive now.

I hope they improve so that I could form a team of 11 Chinese players in the Premier League.

The Premier League is so even this season.

Flynn began his career with Falkirk before being lured to the Premier League side in 2005.

41% of the goals Man City have conceded have been shipped in the final 15 minutes, the highest percentage in the Premier League.

Ryo Miyaichi says he will give everything to make an impact in the Premier League this season and realise his dream of playing for Arsenal.

He is at a level where others start to play in the Premier League.

Therefore we have established why the Premier League parent club would want to loan a player.

Line-out will surely be playing in the Premier League players.

But the Premier League is different and you never know, but we will have more confidence after this game.

Getting in the Champions League will be the main aim. I think it is for all the clubs in the Premier League.

Perhaps the Premier League is to blame.

The Reds were beaten 2-1 at home by Blackpool and are now third from bottom of the Premier League.

Trophies are the most important thing, and the most important one is probably the Premier League.

"Today, Romelu has not agreed to join any club in the Premier League, " added Henrotay.

In their last 17 away games in the Premier League Fulham have scored just seven times.

But if you consider only football it is certainly as difficult to win the Premier League.

Obviously to win the Premier League and FA Cup double for the first time was fantastic.

It's a big club and I'm sure they will back to the Premier League.

Walcott believes that makes for a better tournament, though he wouldn't be keen on the idea being implemented in the Premier League.

The Premier League's main source of strength is its financial clout.

Both teams have also reigned successful in the Premier League for many years.

It is a season-changing period for every team in the Premier League.

Robin van Persie has told me many stories about the Premier League, Arsenal and Mr (Arsene) Wenger. Maybe he can put in a good word for me.

In my opinion he is the best goalkeeper in the Premier League.

If they win this game it will be first time since February 2006 they have won four in a row at home in the Premier League.

If we win all the games then yes, we will win the Premier League [as long as Manchester United] can draw somewhere.

I'm not one of the people who think that Arsenal would have won the Premier League with someone else in goal.

Liverpool are one point short of recording 1200 in the Premier League.

why are liverpool so poor in the premier league?

The Premier League has been massively competitive, there are no 'gimmes'.

He has been training with the Premier League club since Monday and will sign before the weekend.

I think we are the best in the Premier League.

Newcastle will be promoted back to the Premier League. This is more a personal wish than a logical thought process.

The Premier League and the Chinese Super League, however, could not be further apart.

He admitted it is more difficult to keep clean sheets in Europe than in the Premier League.

Steven Gerrard could captain Liverpool for the 200th time in the Premier League.

There is every possibility he [Vieira] will decide he wants to get back into the Premier League and that he can do that with us.

He scored 25 goals in 73 appearances for the Blues and the Premier League club have confirmed he has now officially left.

He top scored in the Premier League this season, banging in 29 goals.

It's very important because it's the Premier League and we have to try to win every game.

In the world of banking and financial services, however, it is already in the premier league.

The common consensus is that Serie A enjoyed a golden age in the 1990s but has since been eclipsed by the Premier League.

But conceded he is yet to contact the Premier League.

Naturally, of course, he will need time to adapt to the Premier League pace.

"I am happy for Yuri Zhirkov, who won the Premier League with Chelsea, " he added.

We have a good team and the best away team [in the Premier League].

I want the Premier League title and this is possible at Chelsea.

Journalist: How many teams can potentially win the Premier League this season?

Liverpoool's win here 12 months ago was United's heaviest home defeat in the Premier League and their worst for 17 years.

Before the Premier League starts, there's 99. 99% chances that Manchester United will win it, it is predefined.

In 1996, the Premier League earned more than $650 million.

We have scored a lot of late goals this season, especially in the Premier League, so hopefully we can believe and can do it again.

The Premier League's stance is that what clubs pay players is their business.

The 27-year-old suffered the injury during Arsenal's 2-1 win over Blackburn in the Premier League on Saturday.

People don't realise how young we are in the Premier League, and what we achieve.

We want to win the Cup. We want to win the Premier League title and we are working hard for this.