LONDON, England (CNN) — There was little doubt that Barack Obama was “Europe’s candidate” in the US presidential election. High hopes are invested in him still across Europe’s capitals. But as EU leaders contemplate the next president’s daunting in-tray their hopes are more than ever tinged with a little nervousness.

Chelsea and Tottenham metter for the first time this season in the EPL today. Chelsea are overwhelming favourites at the Bridge today so Tottenham fans shouldnt expect too much.

Arsenal will visit non-league side Boreham Wood in yet another friendly for the Gunners before the season starts. Arsenal face FC Twente on Champions League duty mid week also so expect the young guns to be out tonight.

Fiorentina take on Slavia Prague in this all important UEFA Champions League Qualifying match. The benefits from playing in the Champions League are huge and both teams will be giving their all to see they get there.

It is the opening match of the new SPL season in Scotland and it is Falkirk Vs Rangers that kicks it off. After a dismal pre-season Rangers will be looking to bounce back with a win to get their league campaign under way.