Key events2h agoChelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as manager3h agoOn the ball – guess the footballer3h agoToday's fixtures (3pm unless stated)3h agoYesterday's results4h agoPreambleShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureAlonso’s appointment is a coup for Chelsea but what are the motivations for the former Liverpool midfielder? Read Jacob Steinberg’s piece for more insight.Who is your player of the season? Read Harry Patterson’s piece about the contenders below.Today’s big game is Newcastle v West Ham. West Ham need a win to keep the pressure on Tottenham before their game against Chelsea on Tuesday. This evening’s game is the perfect opportunity to get a result as Newcastle have only won once in their last seven games in all competitions. Send me an email with your score predictions.Police are investigating whether any Hearts players were assaulted during Celtic’s pitch invasion yesterday. Read more about that moment and Hearts’ journey up until the final day of the season in Jonathan Wilson’s column.For Liverpool fans, the news is frustrating. Liverpool lost their 19th game of the season across all competitions, with a 4-2 defeat against Aston Villa on Friday. Mo Salah didn’t hold back after the game. Read his comments in John Brewin’s piece below.Xabi Alonso’s reputation as a player and manager has seemingly earned him the respect of the board. The terms of the contract, a four-year deal starting on 1 July, are surprisingly normal after the six-year deals they’ve been offering recently. Chelsea clearly need a change in approach and Alonso could be the man to turn the tide.Here’s Noel Baker’s message: