Man City v Swansea City

Monday, 15 August

Man City v Swansea

Eastlands
Kick-off: 2000 BST

Last season: N/A

Manchester City have been tipped by many to be amongst the front-runners for this season's title and they will look to get their season off to the best possible start against Premier League new boys, Swansea on Monday night.

Brendan Rogers' side were irresistible in the Championship last season but they will doubtless take heed from Blackpool's failure to stay up whilst playing attractive football.

City have retained the formidable defensive unit that propelled them on last season's third place with the £35m acquisition of Sergio Aguero from Atletico Madrid and should push city rivals United all the way this year.

Swansea captain Gary Monk is doubtful for Monday's game after picking up a foot injury but goalkeeper Michel Vorm should make his debut after signing from FC Utrecht.

Live online/TV coverage

In the U.K., Sky Sports and ESPN will share live coverage and highlights, while Match of the Day will broadcast a comprehensive highlights program on Monday night, full details are available on the BBC Web site. In the U.S., Fox Sports and ESPN will show select matches and highlights, check their individual TV schedules for further details.

In Australia, Fox Sports has the exclusive rights to the entire EPL season, while in New Zealand, Sky TV will broadcast a selection of live games.

Indian fans will have to contend with ESPN Star's coverage, full details are available on the company's website.

For all other countries, the official Premier League website has a comprehesive list of broadcasters. Further live online coverage of Saturday afternoon matches from around the world is available here.

Australia