Premier League: 10 things to watch for this weekend


Garnacho versus Walker ready for another clash

Another northwest showdown may be in store when the Clarets' Kyle Walker faces the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho on Burnley's turf. The winger has started to settle at Stamford Bridge after his summer move from Old Trafford and demonstrated his talents against Wolves prior to the international break. His setup for Pedro Neto mixed blistering pace and a perfect low cross. His build-up for Malo Gusto required moving onto his right prior to lofting a ball to the back post. His celebration with Neto, replicating his previous embrace with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a reminder of the pace with which things transform. The last time Garnacho took on Walker? Back when the Argentine found the net for United during their cup final win over Manchester City.

Burnley versus Chelsea, Saturday afternoon half past twelve (start times GMT)


2. Semenyo vital to ending Bournemouth's slump

Antoine Semenyo is receiving the complete rumour-mill focus following a claimed ÂŁ65m escape clause for a possible January departure, the media setting him up for promotion from the Premier League's mid-table ranks. That is understandable for a wide player who has six goals plus three helpers and remains delightful to watch. Nonetheless, his team occupy an tricky spot, experiencing a role reversal: now it's the struggling side West Ham who come in on successive wins, while Bournemouth are down seven-one combined over their previous two fixtures following an strong start to the season. Semenyo saw his attempt stopped from the penalty spot by Emi MartĂ­nez in the four-nil loss to Aston Villa but confronting a defence that hasn't kept a clean sheet since August might be the ideal tonic.

Bournemouth vs West Ham, Saturday three o'clock


Danny Welbeck a surprise choice for the Three Lions

It seemed notable to hear Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck repeatedly throughout the fixture pause although the Brighton attacker reaches 35 next week. “Despite not knowing him, I am aware what he is able to provide,” commented the England coach. “He might act as a back-up for Harry [Kane] playing a very traditional No 9 role.” Gaining the last of his 42 international appearances several years ago, there is every chance that Welbeck could be on the plane to the World Cup provided he can sustain his goal-getting performances. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal striker boasts additional strikes over every other English footballer in the Premier League this term on six and remains eager to increase that total when Brighton host Brentford on Saturday.

Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM


4. Sessegnon needed as playmaker and goalscorer

The Ryan Sessegnon tale has brought some warmth to Fulham's inconsistent beginning. The left-sided player, who returned to his boyhood club last year after five challenging years at Tottenham, has emerged as a first-team fixture, pushing forward on the left due to the injury of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The concern? On two goals, he remains their top goalscorer this season alongside Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their leading man last season, has netted once whereas Rodrigo Muniz is unavailable for an extended period owing to a hamstring operation. Sessegnon must also needing to deliver as an assist provider replacing Robinson, who registered ten helpers last time round. The Cottagers' upcoming four games feature three from the leading five as well as Crystal Palace, who have let in just nine goals this season so far. Danger looms for a side that have developed a standing for consistency in the middle.

Fulham versus Sunderland, Saturday afternoon 3pm


5. Time for Isak to produce for the Reds

The dispute about Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort in the match with Manchester City failed to mask Liverpool's inferiority on the day as they succumbed to their seventh loss in 10 games. The coach's team require a consistent improvement to enter the championship chase from their current spot, as well as a major improvement in form, and the possibility presents itself with seven out of their upcoming ten top-flight fixtures against sides at the moment in the bottom half in the standings. The threat is clear from Nottingham Forest, the only team to hand a home league defeat to the title holders last season, however it's not just Liverpool's display versus long balls and counterattacks that remains under scrutiny. It is time that Alexander Isak to show up for Liverpool. The expensive signing has not played at club level in a month having sustained a muscle issue when making his second consecutive start in quick succession in the Champions League victory at Eintracht Frankfurt. Isak returned as a substitute during Sweden's reverse against Switzerland but missed the subsequent dead rubber with Slovenia to guarantee his availability for next year's World Cup qualifiers. A caution during the game might have made him ineligible. Isak may be short of|lacking|deficient

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