Tim Nichols

The Premier League has showcased talents from around the world but, Juninho at Middlesbrough apart, appeared reluctant to embrace the brilliant Brazilians. Not any longer.

Following the young Gunners’ demolition of Wigan, Sportsmail takes a look at the Arsenal stars Arsene Wenger made - and the ones who failed to make the grade.

An almanac of all things Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United’s legendary manager celebrates 50 years in football.

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What a surprise. Manchester ‘Teflon’ United get away with it again. Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney have both escaped bans for blatant indiscipline from two pathetically weak organisations - the FA and UEFA.

United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has defended Dimitar Berbatov in the wake of growing criticism of the £30.75m striker. The Bulgaria star signed from Spurs last summer.

With the countdown for the 2009/2010 season is almost over, Sportsmail gives you a comprehensive run down of how the Premier League clubs are shaping up ahead of the big kick-off in less than a fortnight’s time...