Premier division: ten highlights to keep an eye on this round of fixtures
Walker faces Garnacho set for a new battle
A Mancunian rematch could be on the cards as the Clarets' Kyle Walker faces the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The attacker is adapting well in west London after his close-season transfer from the Red Devils and showcased his abilities versus Wolverhampton before the fixture pause. His setup for Pedro Neto combined blistering pace and a ideal along-the-deck delivery. His build-up for Malo Gusto entailed shifting infield prior to lofting a ball across the goalmouth. His joyous moment with Neto, mirroring his previous celebration with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, acted as a reminder of the speed at which circumstances change. The previous occasion Garnacho took on Walker? When the former found the net for United during their cup final win against Manchester City.
Burnley against Chelsea, Saturday half past twelve (all times GMT)
The winger key to halting Cherries' slump
Antoine Semenyo is attracting the entire transfer speculation attention due to a reported £65m escape clause for his prospective January departure, the gossip columns preparing him for graduation out of the Premier League's average tier. This is predictable from a winger with a half-dozen strikes and three helpers who is joyous to watch. Nonetheless, Bournemouth find themselves in an tricky spot, having undergone a role reversal: it is the bottom-half team West Ham who come in with back-to-back victories, whereas Bournemouth have been beaten 7-1 combined over their last two matches following an impressive start to the campaign. Semenyo had his effort saved from the spot by Emi Martínez during the 4-0 defeat by Aston Villa but facing a backline without a goalless game for months might be the perfect tonic.
Bournemouth versus West Ham, Saturday 3:00 PM
3. Welbeck a surprise shout for England
It was notable to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck on more than one occasion during the fixture pause even though the Brighton striker reaches 35 soon. “Despite not knowing him, I know what he is able to provide,” stated the England manager. “He can be a back-up for Harry [Kane] in a quite conventional striker role.” Earning the last of his 42 caps in 2018, there is every chance that Welbeck could be on the plane for the World Cup if he can continue his scoring exploits. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal forward has more goals than any other English footballer in the top flight this term having six and will be keen to add to that total when Brighton entertain Brentford in Saturday's match.
Brighton versus Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3pm
4. Sessegnon needed as assist provider and finisher
The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has provided a degree of positivity to Fulham's inconsistent beginning. The left-sided player, who rejoined his boyhood club recently following five tough years in north London, has emerged as a first-team fixture, pushing forward on the left flank due to the injury of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The worry? Having scored twice, he is their leading marksman in the league together with Harry Wilson. Their main striker, their top scorer the previous campaign, has bagged one goal whereas Rodrigo Muniz is unavailable for the long term owing to a hamstring operation. Sessegnon must also being required to contribute in a creative role in place of Robinson, who supplied 10 assists last time round. The Cottagers' upcoming four games take in three of the leading five plus Crystal Palace, who have allowed just nine scores in the Premier League to date. Trouble awaits for the club that have earned a name for solidity in the central positions.
Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday three o'clock
The moment for The striker to perform for the Merseyside club
The dispute surrounding Virgil van Dijk's disallowed goal versus Manchester City did not camouflage Liverpool's deficiencies during the match as they lost to loss number seven in 10 games. The manager's side require a consistent improvement to force their way into the championship chase from this position, along with a significant upturn in results, and a chance arises with seven out of their next 10 league games versus teams currently in the bottom half in the league. The threat is evident posed by Nottingham Forest, the single club to deliver a defeat on their own turf to the title holders in the last term, however it's not just Liverpool's display against long balls and quick transitions that is under the spotlight. Now is the occasion for Alexander Isak to deliver for Liverpool. The big-money forward has not featured at club level for a month after picking up a groin injury when making his second appearance in the lineup over a short period in continental competition triumph in Germany. He reappeared as a substitute in Sweden's reverse by Switzerland but sat out the subsequent dead rubber versus Slovenia to ensure his fitness for the World Cup knockout rounds. A yellow card during the game might have made him ineligible. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient
