English top flight: ten highlights to keep an eye on this matchday
1. Garnacho and Walker poised for a new encounter
Another northwest showdown may be on the cards when Burnley's Kyle Walker faces Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho on Burnley's turf. The winger has started to settle in west London after his summer move from the Red Devils and showcased his skills against Wolves before the international break. His setup for Pedro Neto mixed blistering pace and a perfect low cross. His contribution for Malo Gusto required shifting infield prior to chipping a ball toward the far post. His joyous moment with Neto, mirroring his earlier embrace with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a indication of how quickly things transform. The most recent instance Garnacho encountered Walker? Back when the Argentine netted for United during their Wembley triumph against Manchester City.
Burnley versus Chelsea, Saturday afternoon 12.30pm (start times GMT)
Antoine Semenyo vital to ending Cherries' decline
Antoine Semenyo is receiving the complete transfer speculation attention following a reported £65m buyout clause for a prospective January departure, the tabloids preparing him for graduation out of the Premier League's average tier. That is to be expected for a attacker with six finishes plus three helpers and remains delightful to watch. Nonetheless, Bournemouth are in an difficult position, having undergone a body swap: now it's the relegation battlers West Ham who come in on back-to-back victories, whereas Bournemouth have lost seven to one combined in their past two fixtures after an strong start to the season. Semenyo had his effort saved from the spot by Emi Martínez in their heavy loss by Aston Villa however facing a defensive unit that hasn't kept a goalless game in the league since the start of the season may prove the ideal remedy.
Bournemouth versus West Ham, Saturday afternoon three o'clock
Danny Welbeck a surprise shout for the Three Lions
It proved intriguing to hear Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck on more than one occasion during the fixture pause although the Brighton forward celebrates 35 next week. “Even without knowing him, I know what he can offer me,” commented the England manager. “He can be a back-up for Harry [Kane] as a very traditional striker role.” Gaining the most recent of his 42 caps in 2018, it's quite plausible that Welbeck could be on the plane to the World Cup provided he can maintain his goalscoring feats. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal attacker has a greater tally compared to any English performer in the Premier League this season on six and will be eager to add to that total as Brighton entertain Brentford this weekend.
Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3pm
The full-back required as assist provider and scorer
The Ryan Sessegnon tale has brought a degree of warmth to Fulham's inconsistent opening. The 25-year-old, who returned to his former side recently following five tough years with Spurs, is now a consistent pick, pushing forward on the left side due to the injury of the injured Antonee Robinson. The issue? With two goals, he's also their leading marksman in the Premier League as well as Harry Wilson. Their main striker, their primary attacker last season, has netted one goal while Rodrigo Muniz is injured for the long term due to a hamstring operation. Additionally, Sessegnon having to step up as a creator in place of Robinson, who provided ten setups in the previous campaign. The Cottagers' next four games take in three of the best five as well as Crystal Palace, who have allowed merely nine strikes in the Premier League to date. Danger looms for the club that have earned a name for mid-table stability.
Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday 3pm
The moment for The striker to deliver for Liverpool
The dispute surrounding Virgil van Dijk's ruled-out strike versus Manchester City did not camouflage Liverpool's deficiencies during the match as they fell to loss number seven in 10 games. Arne Slot's squad require a consistent improvement to force their way into the title race from their current spot, plus a significant upturn in results, and the possibility emerges as seven from their following ten league games versus teams presently in the bottom half in the standings. The threat is obvious posed by Nottingham Forest, the single club to hand a defeat on their own turf to Liverpool last season, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's showing against aerial passes and fast breaks that will be under scrutiny. It is time for Alexander Isak to perform for Liverpool. The expensive signing has been absent at club level over four weeks following a groin injury when making his second consecutive start in quick succession in Europe triumph abroad. He reappeared off the bench in the Swedish loss against Switzerland but sat out the midweek dead rubber with Slovenia to secure his availability for next year's World Cup knockout rounds. A booking during the game could have suspended him. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient
