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James Chettle

James Chettle is dave.sport's football journalist and writes the bulk of our news, match reports, player ratings and analysis. He is a journalism graduate from Liverpool John Moores University. Working alongside editors Jack Shaw and Matt Price, he provides detailed coverage of the Premier League and major domestic fixtures. While the dave.sport AI desk handles fact-based updates such as line-ups, results and how to watch via our TV guide, James focuses on post-match reaction and tactical breakdowns. His writing also extends across our other main sections, bringing fans regular updates on rugby and boxing. Fans can follow his latest articles for clear, precise sports coverage.

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Mateta leaves Palace exposed as third straight defeat piles pressure on Sage

Crystal Palace vs Newcastle player ratings: Horníček earns 9/10 as Murphy helps inspire away victory

Hull City player ratings vs Brentford: Belloumi and Tzolakis earn 8s as McBurnie scores in 1-1 draw

Liverpool player ratings vs Brighton: Araújo earns 9/10 as Barcola and Isak help secure Anfield victory

Manchester United player ratings vs Bournemouth: Yoro and Heaven struggle as Carrick’s side lose 3-0

Hull City 1-1 Brentford: Ouattara cancels out McBurnie penalty as Tigers’ winless run reaches six

Liverpool 2-0 Brighton: Isak strikes as Iraola earns first Anfield league win and Reds climb to fourth

Manchester United 0-3 Bournemouth: Carrick’s winless run reaches eight after Fernandes is left out

Chelsea Women beat Crystal Palace 3-1 as Malard double and Baltimore impact turn match around

Manchester United vs Bournemouth confirmed line-ups: Bruno Fernandes benched as Mount and Heaven start

Vitalii Mykolenko injury leaves Everton with left-back concern before Newcastle cup and league double

England’s Rugby League World Cup qualification: why they still need Tonga’s help after beating France 82–0

Riccardo Calafiori injury: Arteta explains late Arsenal reshuffle before Fleetwood and Liverpool trips

Liverpool confirm Brighton match will go ahead as Storm Boelo prompts warning to travelling supporters

Bobby Thomas injury: Coventry await answers before Sunderland after defender forced off against Fulham

Mike Penders to start against Liverpool as Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso backs keeper after Tottenham error

Manchester United Women face Shaw test as Manchester City chase seventh straight WSL win in derby

Richard Kone’s 15-minute QPR hat-trick explained: the record he set and why Mané’s mark still stands

Premier League Sunday team news: Leeds face three fitness calls, Liverpool lose Szoboszlai and Elanga could return

Aston Villa’s win over Man City explained: Jackson’s movement, Mbaye’s impact and Suzuki’s saves