Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Michael Carrick is wary of ‘Dr Tottenham’, Oliver Glasner returns to Selhurst Park and will Manchester City summon a siege mentality at Anfield?
TL;DR
- Declan Rice's workload management is a focus for Arsenal ahead of their match against Leeds.
- Alejandro Garnacho is showing promising form for Aston Villa during the international break.
- Bournemouth faces Chelsea with concerns over Alex Scott's injury, potentially giving Alex Toth more opportunities.
- Ipswich aims to maintain their strong start against a Fulham side seeking their first win.
- Sunderland's defense will be tested by a high-scoring Brighton, with key injuries to Ballard and Brobbey.
- Manchester United hosts Tottenham amidst ongoing 'crisis' talk at Old Trafford.
- Oliver Glasner's return to Selhurst Park with Nottingham Forest is expected to be emotionally charged.
- Hull City and Everton, managed by pragmatic coaches, are expected to have a defensive battle potentially decided by set pieces.
- Manchester City faces Liverpool at Anfield under a 'dark cloud' of legal issues, potentially needing a siege mentality.
- Coventry City looks to build on their first win against Newcastle, a team still seeking to fulfill its potential under new ownership.