Premier League, Week 7: Manchester United move into 2nd

Newcastle vs. Manchester United: Final score 0-3, as early goals too hard for Magpies to overcome

Liverpool vs. Stoke: Final score 0-0, Reds and Potters play sport somewhat resembling football

Liverpool and Stoke played a snoozer for 83 minutes, did something for the final seven, and finished with donuts on the scoreboard.

Tottenham Hotspur vs. Aston Villa: Final score 2-0, 2nd half goals see Spurs through

Southampton vs. Fulham: Final Score 2-2, Saints grab point on late set piece

Fulham fought back from down 1-0 to lead late, but an ill-advised foul gave Southampton a dangerous set piece that they took advantage of to earn a point.

Newcastle United vs. Manchester United: Lineups

A visit to Newcastle isn't the happiest thing for any club to countenance these days, but Sir Alex Ferguson is pushing hard for a win. Three recognised strikers (plus whatever you want to call Shinji Kagawa) are starting for the visitors as they look to pick up three points. And why not? With Fabricio Coloccini and Steven Taylor out, this Newcastle defence is there for the taking. The Manchester United midfield, however... I don't like Tom Cleverley and Michael Carrick's chances against Newcastle's pairing of Cheik Tiote and Yohan Cabaye.

One further note: Both teams are 'United' here. Referring to Manchester United as 'United' would be silly.

Newcastle United starting lineup (4-4-2): Steve Harper; Shane Ferguson, James Perch, Mike Williamson, Davide Santon; Jonas Gutierrez, Cheik Tiote, Yohan Cabaye, Hatem Ben Arfa; Demba Ba, Papiss Cisse.

Manchester United starting lineup (4-2-3-1): David de Gea; Patrice Evra, Johnny Evans, Rio Ferdinand, Rafael; Tom Cleverley, Michael Carrick; Shinji Kagawa, Wayne Rooney, Danny Welbeck; Robin van Persie

Liverpool vs. Stoke City 2012, Premier League Week 7: Game time and TV schedule

Liverpool are in serious need of a win. They'll struggle to get it against Stoke, who have already grabbed draws from Manchester City and Arsenal.

Newcastle vs. Manchester United 2012, Premier League Week 7: Game time and TV schedule

Newcastle host Manchester United in what should be an absorbing encounter to close the Premier League weekend.

West Ham United vs. Arsenal: Final score 1-3, Gunners battle to win at Upton Park

Ricardo Vaz Tê Injury: Irons forward suffers apparent dislocated right shoulder

Ricardo Vaz Tê appears to be facing an extended time out after reportedly dislocating his right shoulder

Swansea City vs. Reading: Final score 2-2, Swans wake up late, can only manage draw

Swansea were at close to their best for the final 20 minutes of their game on Saturday, but it didn't erase their poor start. Reading were able to hold on for a 2-2 draw.

Wigan vs. Everton: Final score 2-2-, Late Baines penalty saves Everton

Wigan looked to be on their way to a victory, but a late penalty allowed Leighton Baines to save a point for Everton.

West Bromwich Albion vs. Queens Park Rangers: Final Score 3-2, Baggies grab another win

Chelsea vs. Norwich City: Final score 4-1, Blues go down early and more than recover

Fernando Torres scored his fourth goal of the year, while the attacking trio of Oscar, Eden Hazard and Juan Mata overwhelmed Norwich in a 4-1 Chelsea victory.

Manchester City vs. Sunderland: Final score 3-0 as Citizens stroll past Black Cats

Sunderland failed to cause an upset as Manchester City earned a comfortable victory at the Etihad Stadium.

West Ham vs. Arsenal 2012, Premier League Week 7: Game time and TV schedule

The Gunners will look rebound from their defeat at the hands of Chelsea against a West Ham side that's been holding their own during their return season to the Premier League.

Chelsea vs. Norwich City: Lineups

Chelsea sit three points clear over Everton at the top of the EPL table and they'll look to keep it that way as they host a struggling 18th place Norwich City side.

The Canaries have yet to win a league match this season, getting their only points from a handful of draws. Chris Hughton has made several changes from his lineup last weekend. In defense, Michael Turner has been replaced by Sébastien Bassong while in the midfield Robert Snodgrass and Andrew Surman were dropped in favor or Wes Hoolahan and Elliott Bennett. Alexander Tettey gets a start as well, while Grant Holt returns to the lineup.

Chelsea have put out a full strength squad today with Fernando Torres once again leading Di Matteo's 4-2-3-1 formation. The only change from last week's victory over Arsenal is the return to Frank Lampard to the starting eleven in place of Ramires.

Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Petr Čech; Branislav Ivanović, David Luiz, John Terry, Ashley Cole; Mikel, Frank Lampard; Juan Mata, Oscar, Eden Hazard; Fernando Torres.

Norwich City (4-4-1-1): John Ruddy; Russell Martin, Leon Barnett, Sébastien Bassong, Javier Garrido; Bradley Johnson, Jonny Howson, Wes Hoolahan, Alexander Tettey; Elliott Bennett; Grant Holt.

Chelsea vs. Norwich 2012, Premier League Week 7: Game time and TV schedule

Chelsea are heavy favourites to overpower a struggling Norwich City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon.

Manchester City vs. Sunderland: Lineups

Mario Balotelli and Carlos Tevez start for Manchester City as they face a home encounter against Sunderland.

Manchester City vs. Sunderland 2012, Premier League Week 7: Game time and TV schedule

Manchester City face a potentially tricky encounter as they host Sunderland, who have not been defeated in the Premier League this season, at the Etihad Stadium.

Premier League 2012, Week 7 preview and fixtures: Newcastle-Manchester United gives us all something to look forward to

Let's be honest; most of the games look just awful. But at least one or two of them will turn out to be pretty fun, and the weekend's closing act ought to be a whole lot of fun.