Premier League 2024/25 HIGHLIGHTS: LIV beat IPS 2-0; ARS bag 2-0 home win vs WOL

Arne Slot's men beat Ipswich 2-0 at Portman Road with Jota and Salah on the scoresheet for the Reds. Arsenal beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium.

9:22 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Perfect start for the Gunners

Mikel Arteta's men kick start their new Premier League with a decent 2-0 win in front of their home fans despite of being put under pressure a times in the game. David Raya had some 3 or 4 good saves to make during the 90 minutes as the visitors weren't quite in the game. In the end it's the 3 points that matter the most and Arteta would be more than happy with them along with a clean sheet on the night.

Final score - ARS 2-0 WOL

9:13 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: Other matches underway

Elsewhere in the Premier League, Brighton are leading 2-0 against Everton away from home while Newcastle and Nottingham Forest have a one goal lead each against Southampton and Bournemouth respectively. 

Lots of goals in the opening weekend to look at. Fans have waited almost three months for this feeling and it's finally back!

9:03 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Saka adds to Arsenal's lead

Bukayo Saka has scored a banger of a goal in the 74th minute as Arsenal double their lead against Wolves, A brilliant left-footed goal from just inside the box which found the back of the net and have given Arsenal a proper assurance with 15 minutes left in the game. 

Score ARS 2-0 WOL in 2nd half

8:57 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Wolves put pressure on Arsenal defenders

Wolves have increased the pressure on Arsenal as Raya keeps the attackers at bay for now. Arsenal need to add another goal in order breathe safely in this tie.

Score - ARS 1-0 WOL in 2nd half

8:46 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Mosquera saved from a red card

Wolves' defender Mosquera escapes from a possible red card after grabbing hold of Havertz's neck after a tussle between the two players in the 57th minute.

Score - ARS 1-0 WOL in 2nd half

8:33 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - 2nd half begins at the Emirates

Wolves kick off the 2nd half against Arsenal as they will look to find an equaliser in order to steal a point off last year's runner ups.

Score - ARS 1-0 WOL in 2nd half

8:17 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Arsenal lead at half time

Kai Havertz's opening goal keep Arsenal ahead as they the teams go down to the dressing room at half time. Wolves came close to go level but goalkeeper David Raya's brilliant reaction save kept Arsenal ahead in the game.\

Score: ARS 1-0 WOL at half time

8:08 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Wolves get close to an equaliser

Wolves' forward Larsen's brilliant glancing header was saved well by Arsenal keeper David Raya as the visitors get close to getting level on the day. Arsenal have taken a step back after taking the lead but are still looking to double their lead on the counter.

7:57 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Kai Havertz gets the breakthrough for the Gunners!

It's the old duo of Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz which gets the breakthrough for the home side on the day as Havertz heads in a brilliant cross by Saka to get Arsenal their first goal of the season in the 25th minute.

Score - ARS 1-0 WOL in 1st half

7:51 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Wolves keeping Arsenal at bay

Wolves have kept Arsenal at bay in the first 20 minutes as the home side are piling on the pressure at the visitors. Bukayo Saka has already got 2 shots on target which were saved by Jose Sa.

Score - ARS 0-0 WOL in 1st half

7:41 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Arsenal on top in the first 10 minutes

Arsenal are trying to get the first goal as quickly as they can to get hold of the game as Havertz and Saka get close with their chances. Wolves too had once chance of their own but failed to capitalise on it.

Score - ARS 0-0 WOL in 1st half

7:31 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Arsenal begin new campaign

Arsenal kick start their new Premier League campaign as Mikel Arteta's men look to get off a good start in the league against a Wolves side who will try and frustrate the hosts on the day.

7:13 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - New signing on the bench for Gunners

Arsenal's new signing Riccardo Calafiori is on the bench for the opening match today and might feature for the Gunners on the night. Mikel Arteta will be looking to start in the perfect manner this season and hope the side get started with 3 points in front of the home crowd.

6:58 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Liverpool take the 3 points home!

It's a good outing for Liverpool in the end who take home a 2-0 win in their opening fixture. Arne Slot starts with a win in his maiden Premier League campaign. Ipswich tried their best till half-time but the Reds stepped up in the 2nd half to make sure it is a winning start for them at Portman Road. 2 goals in a few minutes killed the game for the hosts.

Final Score - IPS 0-2 LIV 

6:49 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Liverpool in game management mode

A decent first outing for Arne Slot and his men as they protect their 2 goal lead in the dying moments of the game with an 8-minute stoppage time added. Ipswich Town will take the learnings from this game into the next one as they hope to stay afloat in the top flight this year.

6:39 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: ARS vs WOL - Starting XI's out

The starting XI's for the second match of the coverage have been announced with Mikel Arteta placing a strong side for their opening encounter at home.

Arsenal Starting XI - David Raya (GK), William Saliba, Ben White, Gabriel Magalhaes, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Thomas Partey, Martin Odegaard (C), Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz

Wolves Starting XI - Jose Sa (GK), Matt Doherty, Rayan Ait-Nouri, Yerson Mosquera, Toti Gomes, Mario Lemina (C), Joao Gomes, Rodrigo Gomes, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Jorgen Strand Larsen, Hwang Hee-Chan

6:26 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Salah doubles the lead for the Reds!

Opening day just isn't complete without a Mohamed Salah goal to be honest. Salah scores from close range after receiving good pass from Szoboszlai in the 65th minute. It is the record breaking 9th time that Salah has scored on opening day of the Premier League now. 

6:20 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Jota gets the breakthrough!

Liverpool have finally got the breakthrough in the game as Mohd Salah lays it off brilliantly for Diogo Jota to tap in the first goal of their season at the hour mark.

Score - IPS 0-1 LIV in 2nd half

6:15 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Ipswich continue attacking intent

Ipswich Town have continued their aggressive football against Liverpool who are finding it difficult to play their natural game on the day.

Score - IPS 0-0 LIV in 2nd half

6:05 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - 2nd half begins

The 2nd half has kicked off with Arne Slot bringing in Ibrahim Konate in place of Quansah with no sign of any injury.

5:47 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - All square at half time!

Ipswich Town have held Liverpool to a goalless first half at Portman Road in what was a disruptive first half. A lot of fouls by both teams in the firs half which saw the game being interrupted at times. Ipswich fans will be hoping for an upset as the Tractor Boys come out in the second half.

Score - IPS 0-0 LIV at half time

5:40 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Ipswich taking the game to Liverpool

Ipswich are not backing down against heavyweights Liverpool and have seen the main chances of the game drop in their path. Omari Hutchinson had another open shot on goal after a counter attack but was saved quite comfortably by Allison. 5 minutes plus added time left to play in the 1st half.

Score - IPS 0-0 LIV in 1st half

5:30 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Still goalless at Portman Road

Despite of Liverpool and Ipswichtrying their best to get the breakthrough on the day, it remains goalless at Portman Road with both sides failing to score from their corners. Greaves had his header saved by Liverpol keeper Allison while Gravenberch had his effort saved by Walton in the 28th minute.

Score - IPS 0-0 LIV in 1st half

5:20 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Liverpool getting closer to score

Liverpool have noe started creating more chances in front of the goal and just need to be more clinical in the final third at the moment. Ipswich have been forced to resort to keep more possession rather than play on the counter now.

Score - IPS 0-0 LIV in 1st half

5:10 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Ipswich on the front foot

The first 5 minutes witnessed Ipswich on the front foot of the match with Omari Hutchinson getting intercepting a misplaced pass from Van Dijk and taking a shot on goal which was blocked in the end.

Score - IPS 0-0 LIV in 1st half

5:01 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: Ipswich Town vs Liverpool kicks off!

The first weekend of the Premier League kicks off at Portman Road as the Tractor Boys take on the Reds in the opener. 

4:45 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - How Arne Slot's XI will function?

Arne Slot has been provided with the exact same squad that was with Jurgen Klopp last season. However, there can be a slight difference in terms of play this season with the team being told to play a bit more efficiently and include more ball possession in their favour. 

4:30 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: Past season records

Liverpool had finished 3rd last season, 9 points behind champions Manchester City and will be hoping to bridge that gap under new management this year. 

Ipswich Town on the other hand have had a fairy tale run fr the past two seasons. They have earned back-to-back promotions from the third tier and are playing Premier League football after 22 years. Ipswich earned an automatic promotion into the top flight after a brilliant Championship run.

4:15 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: IPS vs LIV - Starting XI's out for both sides

Both managers have announced the starting XI for the opening fixture as Ipswich Town will clinging their hopes on 20-year-old Omari Hustchinson who is their star player going into the match. Liverpool on the other hand have a similar look to them from last season with Mohd Salah going into another season looking to breaking scoring records.

Ipswich Town Starting XI: Christian Walton (GK), Leif Davis, Luke Woolfenden, Jacob Greaves, Axel Tuanzebe, Sam Morsy (C), Wes Burns, Conor Chaplin, Omari Hutchinson, Massimo Luongo, Liam Delap 

Liverpool Starting XI: Alisson Becker (GK), Virgil van Dijk (C), Andy Robertson, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jarell Quansah, Luis Diaz, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, Ryan Gravenberch, Diogo Jota

4:00 PM

Premier League 2024/25 LIVE UPDATES: Results in the league so far

The new season kicked off on Friday as Erik ten Hag's Manchester United took all 3 points against Fulham courtesy of a Joshua Zirkzee debut goal late in match in front of the Stretford End.