Premier division: ten key points to watch for this weekend
Garnacho versus Walker set for a new encounter
Another northwest showdown could be in the offing as the Clarets' Kyle Walker faces the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho on Burnley's turf. The attacker has started to settle at Stamford Bridge following his close-season transfer from the Red Devils and showcased his skills in the Wolves match prior to the fixture pause. His setup for Pedro Neto mixed blistering pace with a flawless low cross. His build-up for Malo Gusto required shifting infield prior to chipping a ball across the goalmouth. His celebration with Neto, mirroring his earlier hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, served as a indication of the speed at which situations evolve. The most recent instance Garnacho took on Walker? During the former netted for United in the cup final win over Manchester City.
Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday half past twelve (kick-offs GMT)
2. Semenyo key to ending Cherries' slump
Antoine Semenyo is attracting the complete rumour-mill attention due to a reported £65m buyout clause for his potential mid-season move, the gossip columns preparing him for advancement from the Premier League's average tier. This is understandable from a winger who has six finishes plus three setups who is pleasurable to watch. However, Bournemouth occupy an tricky situation, having engaged in a body swap: it is the struggling side West Ham who arrive on back-to-back victories, while Bournemouth have lost seven to one combined in their last two matches following an promising opening to the season. Semenyo saw his attempt stopped from the spot by Emi Martínez in the four-nil loss by Aston Villa however facing a backline without a clean sheet since August might be the ideal tonic.
Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday 3:00 PM
Danny Welbeck a surprise choice for the Three Lions
It was notable to listen to Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck repeatedly throughout the fixture pause despite the fact that the Brighton forward celebrates 35 soon. “Even without having met him, I am aware what he can give me,” said the England boss. “He could serve as a reserve for Harry [Kane] in a quite conventional striker position.” Gaining the final 42 international appearances several years ago, there is every chance that Welbeck might be on the plane to the World Cup provided he manages to maintain his scoring exploits. The former Manchester United and Arsenal attacker has more goals than any other English performer in the top flight this season with six and is keen to increase that count when Brighton entertain Brentford this weekend.
Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday afternoon three o'clock
The full-back needed as assist provider and scorer
The Ryan Sessegnon tale has brought a degree of positivity to Fulham's bumpy opening. The 25-year-old, who returned to his boyhood club recently after five challenging years with Spurs, has emerged as a consistent pick, driving down the left flank due to the injury of the sidelined Antonee Robinson. The issue? With two goals, he is their top goalscorer this season as well as Harry Wilson. Raúl Jiménez, their leading man last season, has bagged a single goal whereas Rodrigo Muniz is out for an extended period owing to a surgical procedure. Sessegnon is also having to step up as an assist provider in place of Robinson, who provided 10 assists last time round. The Cottagers' next four matches take in three of the best five plus Crystal Palace, who have conceded just nine strikes in the Premier League this season. A threat emerges for a team that have developed a standing for mid-table stability.
Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday 3:00 PM
The occasion for The striker to perform for the Merseyside club
The dispute regarding Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort versus Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's deficiencies during the match as they lost to loss number seven in ten matches. The manager's side must have a consistent improvement to force their way into the league contest from here, along with a major improvement in form, and opportunity arises with seven out of their upcoming ten Premier League matches versus teams presently in the bottom half in the standings. The danger is evident from Nottingham Forest, the sole side to hand a home league defeat on the champions the previous campaign, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's display versus direct play and fast breaks that will be in focus. The moment has come for Alexander Isak to show up in a Liverpool shirt. The £125m striker has been absent at club level for a month following a groin injury when making his second start in quick succession in the Champions League victory abroad. Isak returned off the bench in the Swedish defeat to Switzerland but sat out Tuesday's meaningless match versus Slovenia to ensure his availability for next year's World Cup knockout rounds. A caution during the game might have suspended him. Isak may be short of|lacking|deficient
