Premier division: 10 things to keep an eye on this weekend
Walker faces Garnacho set for a new clash
A Mancunian rematch may be on the cards as the Clarets' Kyle Walker confronts the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho on Burnley's turf. The attacker is finding his feet in west London after his summer move from the Red Devils and demonstrated his abilities in the Wolves match prior to the national team interval. His key pass for Pedro Neto blended rapid acceleration and a perfect along-the-deck delivery. His build-up for Malo Gusto involved cutting inside before chipping a cross across the goalmouth. His joyous moment with Neto, mirroring his earlier hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, served as a testament of the pace with which situations evolve. The last time Garnacho faced Walker? During the Argentine found the net for United in their cup final win over Manchester City.
Burnley versus Chelsea, Saturday afternoon half past twelve (kick-offs GMT)
Antoine Semenyo vital to ending Bournemouth's slide
Antoine Semenyo is attracting the complete transfer speculation attention due to a reported £65m buyout clause for his prospective winter exit, the media preparing him for graduation out of the Premier League's middle class. That is understandable from a winger who has a half-dozen strikes and three setups and is delightful to watch. Still, Bournemouth find themselves in an tricky spot, having engaged in a role reversal: it is the struggling side West Ham who arrive on successive wins, while Bournemouth are down 7-1 over two games over their previous two fixtures after an impressive start to the season. Semenyo saw his attempt stopped from the spot by Emi Martínez in their 4-0 defeat by Aston Villa but facing a backline without a shutout for months could be the ideal remedy.
Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday three o'clock
The striker an outside option for the Three Lions
It seemed intriguing to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck repeatedly during the fixture pause although the Brighton attacker celebrates 35 in the coming days. “Even without knowing him, I understand what he could give me,” stated the England boss. “He might act as a stand-in for Harry [Kane] playing a quite orthodox centre-forward role.” Earning the final 42 England games in 2018, it's quite plausible that Welbeck may be selected for the World Cup provided he is able to maintain his goal-getting feats. The former Manchester United and Arsenal forward has a greater tally compared to any English player in the top flight this term on six and is eager to increase that count as Brighton welcome Brentford this weekend.
Brighton against Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM
The full-back crucial as assist provider and goalscorer
Sessegnon's story has provided a degree of comfort to Fulham's inconsistent opening. The former Tottenham man, who came back to his former side recently after five challenging years in north London, is now a regular starter, driving down the left side in the absence of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The worry? With two goals, he's also their joint-top scorer in the Premier League alongside Harry Wilson. Raúl Jiménez, their leading man the previous campaign, has bagged once whereas Rodrigo Muniz is injured for the long term due to hamstring surgery. Sessegnon must also being required to contribute as an assist provider in place of Robinson, who provided ten setups in the previous campaign. Fulham's next four fixtures feature three of the top five as well as Crystal Palace, who have allowed just nine strikes in the league to date. Trouble awaits for a team that have earned a standing for solidity in the central positions.
Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday afternoon three o'clock
5. Time for The striker to perform for the Merseyside club
The controversy regarding Virgil van Dijk's ruled-out strike in the match with Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's shortcomings in that game as they fell to loss number seven in 10 games. Arne Slot's side must have a sustained recovery to force their way into the title race from here, as well as a major improvement in form, and opportunity emerges as seven from their next 10 Premier League matches against teams currently in the bottom half in the standings. The danger is evident posed by Nottingham Forest, the sole side to hand a home league defeat on the champions the previous campaign, however it's not just Liverpool's display when facing long balls and quick transitions that is under the spotlight. It is time for Alexander Isak to show up wearing red. The £125m striker has not played in domestic action over four weeks following a muscle issue during his second start over a short period in Europe win abroad. Isak returned off the bench during Sweden's reverse to Switzerland but sat out the subsequent inconsequential game against Slovenia to ensure his readiness for the World Cup qualifiers. A yellow card on Tuesday could have ruled him out. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient