There can be no tougher test for Cristiano Ronaldo than a visit from Steve Bruce's tactical titans - just as well no UK fans will be able to watch it, really!

Kate, Luke and Pete also wonder how far Arsenal can slip into the darkness ahead of their game against Norwich, while Scott Carson 'n co will look for Community Shield revenge against Leicester. Plenty of that and loads more on today's episode of The Preview Show, sponsored by Betway!

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