Premier League: ten highlights to look out for this round of fixtures
Garnacho versus Walker set for a fresh encounter
A Mancunian rematch could be on the cards as Burnley's Kyle Walker faces the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho on Burnley's turf. The wide man is finding his feet with Chelsea after his close-season transfer from the Red Devils and showcased his talents versus Wolverhampton before the international break. His assist for Pedro Neto mixed rapid acceleration with a flawless low cross. His contribution for Malo Gusto required shifting infield before dinking a ball toward the far post. His goal reaction with Neto, echoing his previous hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, served as a indication of the speed at which circumstances change. The most recent instance Garnacho encountered Walker? When the Argentine scored for United in the Wembley triumph over Manchester City.
Burnley versus Chelsea, Saturday afternoon 12:30 PM (all times GMT)
The winger key to ending Bournemouth's decline
Antoine Semenyo is attracting the full transfer speculation focus amid a reported £65m buyout clause for a prospective mid-season move, the gossip columns setting him up for promotion out of the Premier League's average tier. It is understandable for a attacker with six goals plus three helpers and is pleasurable to watch. However, his side occupy an awkward position, experiencing a role reversal: it is the struggling side West Ham who enter with back-to-back victories, while Bournemouth are down seven-one on aggregate over their previous two fixtures following an promising start to the campaign. Semenyo saw his attempt stopped on the penalty by Emi Martínez in their heavy loss to Aston Villa but taking on a defence without a shutout for months could be the best remedy.
Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3pm
The striker a left-field shout for the national team
It proved notable to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck multiple times during the fixture pause although the Brighton forward turns 35 next week. “Despite not having met him, I understand what he could offer me,” stated the England manager. “He might act as a back-up for Harry [Kane] playing a very traditional centre-forward position.” Earning the last of his 42 caps several years ago, it's quite plausible that Welbeck may be selected to the World Cup if he can continue his goal-getting exploits. Once of Manchester United and Arsenal striker boasts more goals than any other English performer in the top flight this season having six and is keen to increase that tally as Brighton entertain Brentford this weekend.
Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday three o'clock
4. Sessegnon needed as creator and goalscorer
Sessegnon's story has provided a measure of warmth to Fulham's bumpy opening. The former Tottenham man, who returned to his youth team last year following five tough years at Tottenham, has become a consistent pick, pushing forward on the left with the sidelined Antonee Robinson. The concern? With two goals, he remains their top goalscorer this season as well as Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their leading man in the last term, has netted once whereas Rodrigo Muniz is unavailable for the long term owing to a surgical procedure. Additionally, Sessegnon being required to contribute as an assist provider in place of Robinson, who supplied 10 assists in the previous campaign. The Cottagers' upcoming four fixtures include three of the top five plus Crystal Palace, who have allowed only nine scores this season to date. Trouble awaits for the club that have built a standing for mid-table stability.
Fulham vs Sunderland, Saturday 3pm
5. Time for Alexander Isak to produce for Liverpool
The controversy regarding Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort versus Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's inferiority in that game as they lost to loss number seven in 10 games. Arne Slot's side must have a prolonged upturn to muscle into the title race from here, along with a significant upturn in results, and the possibility presents itself as seven from their next 10 top-flight fixtures facing sides presently in the lower half in the league. The risk is evident from Nottingham Forest, the sole side to deliver a loss at Anfield to Liverpool the previous campaign, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's performance versus aerial passes and counterattacks that remains in focus. The moment has come that Alexander Isak to perform for Liverpool. The expensive signing has been absent in domestic action for a month having sustained a groin problem while his second appearance in the lineup in quick succession in the Champions League win in Germany. Isak returned off the bench during Sweden's loss by Switzerland but missed the midweek inconsequential game against Slovenia to secure his availability for next year's World Cup playoffs. A yellow card in that match would have ruled him out. He might be short of|lacking|deficient
