Stuart Holden continues to lead the US assault on the English Premier League, joining other US stars Landon Donovan, Clint Dempsey, Tim Howard and Jozy Altidore in having appeared in the EPL this season.
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The pre-match phone-in on Liverpool's local radio station may not be home to the most eloquent football observers, nor the most perceptive. But listening to one caller prior to this routine 2-0 win over a shot-shy Bolton Wanderers at Anfield, it was hard not to be surprised.
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A Much Improved Bolton Suffer Heavy Defeat

• Tuesday, Ocotber 31, 2009
• Venue: The Reebok Stadium
• Attendance: 22,680
• Referee: Peter Walton

• Jlloyd Samuel [45+1]
• Frank Lampard [45+2]
• Paul Robinson [57]
• Deco [61]
• Paulo Ferreira [80]
• Zat Knight (og) [82]
• Didier Drogba [90+1]

It was going so well until the stroke of half–time, a clipped heel took Drogba down, Chelsea ahead and The Wanderers down to 10 men.

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So yes I realise I've been a horrible horrible blogger recently. And I apologise profusely for letting you down. I play for a rugby club in my spare time, which does not leave much time for the lengthy research and writing that this blog requires, but don't dismay! My rugby season will probably be over after this weekend (I can almost hear your sighs of relief, it's touching), so I'll be posting much more regularly.

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TORONTO - The schedule has finally been released, and Pistolas FC find themselves in tough against the likes of teams like GU, The Zat Knight, alongside more well known teams such as Braga Contracting, Original 21 and the ever flashy FC Bada Bing.
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Judging by this photograph there were a few similarities between Bolton's match against Manchester United and Sunderland versus Liverpool. Sunderland beat Liverpool by a single contentious goal in which Darren Bent's shot was deflected by a beach ball.

Zat Knight refused to comment.

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Zat Knight Not a Beach Ball

• Saturday, October 17, 2009
• Venue: Old Trafford
• Attendance: 75,103
• Referee: Mark Clattenburg

• Zat Knight (og) [5]
• Antonio Valencia [33]
• Kevin Davies [48]
• Matthew Taylor [75]

An unfortunate start for Bolton's trip to Old Trafford saw The Wanderers chasing for the rest of the afternoon.

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A nervy encounter which Manchester United got through in the end, but early dominance and chances were not converted into goals, but this win against Bolton Wanderers does mean that United are top after Chelsea had lost 2-1 at the hands of Aston Villa.

It was good to see some very good performances from Michael Owen, taking advantage of Rooney's injury, and Ryan Giggs in particular.

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From Old Trafford, Attendance 75,103 , Referee Mark Clattenburg Manchester United 2 1 Bolton

Zat Knight (o/g 5)
Antonio Valencia (33)

Matthew Taylor (75)

Manchester United Team Statistics Bolton 2 Goals 1 7 Shots On Target 6 8 Shots Off Target 9 0 Shots Blocked 4 13 Corners 1 4 Offsides 1 16 Fouls 10 0 Yellow Cards 1 0 Red Cards 0 60. Click to continue reading...

So Saturday was a bit of a surprise wasn't it? Bolton played the best they have in a long while, and arguably outplayed Spurs, who have been a quality side so far this season. If you read my match preview, I wasn't very optimistic for this match, I said we might sneak away with a draw. However it was Tottenham who were lucky to get a point.

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So first off many apologies vis-a-vis the lack of match preview. I was in Dallas for a rugby tournament all weekend (my team is going to nationals!) and I had so much homework Thursday I couldn't do it (I got an hour and a half of sleep on Thursday). Also I'm aware this is a wee bit late, but I only got home about an hour ago.

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League Cup, Third Round Cheers Replace Jeers at The Reebok

• Tuesday, September 22, 2009
• Venue: The Reebok Stadium
• Attendance: 8,050
• Referee: Howard Webb

• Herita Ilunga [59]
• Kevin Davies [86]
• Extra Time
• Scott Parker [94]
• Gary Cahill [96]
• Johan Elmander [119]

With the last Saturday's boos still ringing in Megson's ears expectations were low, as was the attendance, but The Wanderers were not disheartened and made a livley start forcing a corner in less than a minute.

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A Late Penalty Saves Wanderers

• Saturday, September 19, 2009
• Venue: The Reebok Stadium
• Attendance: 20,265
• Referee: Mark Clattenburg

• Ricardo Fuller [7]
• Kevin Davies [45+1]
• Jlloyd Samuel [51]
• Dave Kitson [53]
• Dean Whitehead [58]
• Matt Taylor (Penalty) [89]

A dismal match in which a late goal provided little consolation for angry and dissatisfied Bolton fans.

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Hello my dears, I hope you had a lovely weekend. Obviously you could have nothing but as Bolton had their first win in 10 league matches (since April, v. Boro for those of you counting). If you missed the game here are the highlights. Now onto actual analysis instead of me just blabbering on.

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Arsenal

What they wanted

Arsène Wenger admitted he was looking for defensive cover and a defensive midfielder, along with 'half the managers in the Premier League'

What they got

Arsenal have made an impressive start and that may have convinced Wenger that the squad he has - with the addition of Thomas Vermaelen - will suffice

Pleat's verdict

Maybe a talented big man to replace Emmanuel Adebayor would have given them variations.

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The summer transfer market is shaping up to be a very interesting one with Man City, Man Utd and Chelsea, all poised to throw around some serious money. Here is a list of all the Premier League deals during this transfer window. Updated August 30.

Arsenal
Incoming:
Arsenal
Thomas Vermaelen (undisc.

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Last season was spectacularly mediocre for the Wanderers. With relegation a real possibility for most of the season it was easy to forget that we finished in the last 16 of Europe in 2007-2008. As with many lower table sides they were Jekyll and Hyde, playing like they deserved to finish in the single digits some days, other days playing in a fashion that would embarrass the Championship.

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ARSENAL
Arsenal 4, Portsmouth 1: Wenger's masterplan beginning to bear fruit - Daily Mail
Arsene Wenger admits surprise over Thomas Vermaelen impact for Arsenal - Guardian.co.uk
Arsenal likely to be without Cesc Fabregas for Manchester United contest - Telegraph.co.uk
Arshavin: We should spend - SkySports
ASTON VILLA
Villa target Newcastle defender Steven Taylor - Daily Mirror
Martin O'Neill urges Villa fans to lay off the boos - Guardian. Click to continue reading...

Strong Defence Prevents Mauling by Black Cats

• Venue: The Reebok Stadium
• Attendance: 22,247
• Referee: Andre Marriner

• Darren Bent [5]
• Fabrice Muamba [65]
• Sean Davis [67]
• Fraizer Campbell [85]

It may have been a dream start for Sunderland's new striker Darren Bent but it was more of a nightmare for Megson, Bolton and their supporters

All of Bolton's new signings made their debuts, although Lee Chung–Yong had to wait until the 68th minute.

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Bolton Wanderers Biggest Ins: Zat Knight and Sam Ricketts should provide ample cover at the back. Sean Davis at defensive midfield should be the starter day one. Biggest Outs: No major losses as James Sinclair and Dlerim Dzemaili were...
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There is still time for Bolton Wanderers manager, Gary Megson, to make more signings before the start of the new footy season. He has said that he is keen to sign a striker before it is too late to do so. As the start of the season looms here's an overview of who Megson has signed so far.

"This is going to be a vitally important transfer window for us if we intend to move forward, and ideally I'd like to be a bit further down the road than we are right now.

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IN: Stewart Downing (Middlesbrough, £12m) OUT: Zat Knight (Bolton, £4m), Stuart Taylor (Manchester City, free), Gareth Barry (Manchester City, £12m), Martin Laursen (retired) £25million of good news for Aston Villa? Villa stalking £7m midfielder

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According to Bolton's official website, Bolton have completed the signings of Hull City defender Sam Ricketts and Aston Villa defender Zat Knight. Both players signed a three-year deal with the club.

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According to Bill Howell at Birmingham Mail, Aston Villa are closing in on Portsmouth defender Sylvain Distin. The deal could cost around £2 million-£3 million.

It is reported that the only thing that can interrupt this deal is if Liverpool makes an offer as they are supposedly interested in Distin as well.

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Wolves have turned their attention to the Villa centre-back Zat Knight after missing out on Oguchi Onyewu, but Bolton are also in the running. According to The Daily Mirror, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Bolton Wanderers are both looking to sign Aston Villa's Zat Knight. The 29-year-old, who came to prominence with Fulham, is valued at around £3 million [. Click to continue reading...

Wolves have turned their attention to the Villa centre-back Zat Knight after missing out on Oguchi Onyewu, but Bolton are also in the running. According to The Daily Mirror, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Bolton Wanderers are both looking to sign Aston Villa's Zat Knight. The 29-year-old, who came to prominence with Fulham, is valued at around £3 million [. Click to continue reading...