Premier League: ten key points to look out for this weekend
Walker faces Garnacho set for another clash
Another northwest showdown could be in store when the Clarets' Kyle Walker faces Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The attacker is adapting well in west London following his close-season transfer from Manchester United and showcased his abilities against Wolves before the international break. His key pass for Pedro Neto mixed electric speed with a flawless low cross. His creation for Malo Gusto required moving onto his right before lofting a ball across the goalmouth. His goal reaction with Neto, echoing his prior hug with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a reminder of the speed at which things transform. The most recent instance Garnacho encountered Walker? Back when the youngster scored for United in the FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.
Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday 12.30pm (kick-offs GMT)
The winger vital to halting Cherries' decline
Antoine Semenyo is getting the complete rumour-mill attention following a reported £65m escape clause for a prospective January departure, the tabloids preparing him for advancement out of the Premier League's average tier. That is understandable from a wide player with six goals and three setups and is delightful to watch. Nonetheless, his team find themselves in an awkward situation, having engaged in a form flip: now it's the struggling side West Ham who enter with back-to-back victories, while Bournemouth are down seven-one on aggregate in their past two matches after an strong opening to the campaign. Semenyo had his effort saved from the penalty spot by Emi Martínez in the four-nil loss by Aston Villa but taking on a defence without a shutout since August may prove the best tonic.
Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3pm
The striker an outside choice for the national team
It seemed interesting to listen to Thomas Tuchel name-drop Danny Welbeck on more than one occasion throughout the national team window although the Brighton striker reaches 35 in the coming days. “Without even knowing him, I am aware what he could give me,” stated the England manager. “He can be a reserve for Harry [Kane] as a very traditional centre-forward role.” Having won the last of his 42 international appearances several years ago, there is every chance that Welbeck might be in the squad for the World Cup if he manages to sustain his scoring performances. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal attacker can claim more goals than any other English performer in the top flight this season having six and is eager to boost that count when Brighton host Brentford in Saturday's match.
Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday 3pm
The full-back crucial as creator and goalscorer
Sessegnon's story has offered a measure of positivity to Fulham's uneven start. The left-sided player, who returned to his youth team recently after five tough years in north London, has emerged as a first-team fixture, pushing forward on the left in the absence of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The issue? On two goals, he's also their top goalscorer in the league together with Harry Wilson. Their main striker, their top scorer the previous campaign, has netted a single goal whereas Rodrigo Muniz is unavailable for an extended period owing to a hamstring operation. Additionally, Sessegnon being required to contribute as an assist provider in place of Robinson, who provided ten setups last season. Fulham's upcoming four games take in three among the top five and Crystal Palace, who have let in only nine scores in the Premier League so far. Trouble awaits for the club that have earned a reputation for solidity in the central positions.
Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday 3pm
The occasion for The striker to deliver for the Reds
The debate surrounding Virgil van Dijk's ruled-out strike in the match with Manchester City failed to mask Liverpool's shortcomings during the match as they lost to loss number seven in ten matches. The coach's side must have a sustained recovery to force their way into the championship chase from here, as well as a major improvement in form, and the possibility presents itself as seven out of their next 10 league games against clubs presently in the bottom half in the league. The risk is clear posed by Nottingham Forest, the sole side to hand a defeat on their own turf to the title holders the previous campaign, but it is not only Liverpool's display versus aerial passes and quick transitions that is in focus. Now is the occasion that Alexander Isak to deliver in a Liverpool shirt. The big-money forward has not played at club level in a month having sustained a muscle issue when making his second start in four days in Europe victory at Eintracht Frankfurt. He reappeared as a substitute in Sweden's loss by Switzerland but missed the midweek inconsequential game versus Slovenia to guarantee his readiness for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. A booking during the game might have suspended him. The striker could be short of|lacking|deficient
