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All the action from around the Premier League on the second Saturday of the new season. ESPN offers updates throughout.

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Conte's revitalised Spurs face first big test vs. Chelsea

Conte has transformed Tottenham who are eyeing a top-four finish this season, and a derby date with Chelsea will be their first major test.

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LIVE Transfer Talk: With Ronaldo staying, Man United push for Kalajdzic, Rabiot

Cristiano Ronaldo is staying at Man United, and progress is being made with Sasa Kalajdzic and Adrien Rabiot. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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