Premier division: 10 things to watch for this matchday

Garnacho versus Walker ready for another clash

Another northwest showdown may be in store as Burnley's Kyle Walker confronts the Blues' Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The wide man is finding his feet with Chelsea after his off-season signing from Manchester United and demonstrated his skills against Wolves prior to the fixture pause. His key pass for Pedro Neto blended electric speed and a ideal along-the-deck delivery. His creation for Malo Gusto involved cutting inside prior to lofting a delivery toward the far post. His celebration with Neto, echoing his earlier celebration with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, was a indication of the pace with which situations evolve. The previous occasion Garnacho encountered Walker? Back when the Argentine scored for United in the FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.

Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday afternoon 12:30 PM (kick-offs GMT)

2. Semenyo key to ending Bournemouth's decline

Antoine Semenyo is receiving the entire transfer speculation focus due to a reported £65m escape clause for his potential January departure, the tabloids setting him up for promotion from the Premier League's middle class. It is understandable from a winger with six goals plus three helpers and remains joyous to watch. Still, his side find themselves in an tricky spot, experiencing a role reversal: it is the struggling side West Ham who arrive with successive wins, while Bournemouth have been beaten seven-one combined over their previous two games following an strong opening to the season. Semenyo had his effort saved on the penalty by Emi Martínez in the four-nil loss by Aston Villa however taking on a defensive unit that hasn't kept a shutout for months could be the ideal solution.

Bournemouth against West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

Danny Welbeck an outside choice for the Three Lions

It proved notable to hear Thomas Tuchel mention Danny Welbeck multiple times throughout the fixture pause even though the Brighton forward turns 35 soon. “Despite not knowing him, I understand what he can give me,” commented the England coach. “He can be a stand-in for Harry [Kane] in a very conventional centre-forward position.” Earning the final 42 international appearances in 2018, it's entirely possible that Welbeck may be selected to the World Cup assuming he is able to sustain his goal-getting performances. Once of Manchester United and Arsenal attacker boasts additional strikes than any other English footballer in the Premier League this campaign on six and is keen to add to that tally as Brighton host Brentford on Saturday.

Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

Ryan Sessegnon crucial as assist provider and finisher

The narrative around Ryan Sessegnon has brought some comfort to Fulham's inconsistent beginning. The 25-year-old, who returned to his boyhood club recently following five challenging years in north London, has become a consistent pick, pushing forward on the left due to the injury of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The issue? On two goals, he remains their leading marksman in the Premier League alongside Harry Wilson. The Mexican striker, their leading man the previous campaign, has scored once whereas Rodrigo Muniz is out until 2026 due to a surgical procedure. Additionally, Sessegnon having to step up as an assist provider in place of Robinson, who registered ten setups in the previous campaign. The Cottagers' following four fixtures take in three from the best five plus Crystal Palace, who have let in merely nine scores in the Premier League this season. Danger looms for a team that have earned a reputation for mid-table stability.

Fulham against Sunderland, Saturday afternoon 3pm

The moment for The striker to perform for Liverpool

The debate surrounding Virgil van Dijk's chalked-off effort versus Manchester City failed to mask Liverpool's deficiencies on the day as they succumbed to their seventh loss over ten fixtures. Arne Slot's team need a consistent improvement to force their way into the championship chase from their current spot, along with a significant upturn in results, and the possibility emerges with seven of their upcoming ten Premier League matches against teams at the moment in the lower half in the league. The risk is evident from Nottingham Forest, the single club to inflict a defeat on their own turf to the title holders last season, but it is not only Liverpool's display versus long balls and quick transitions that will be under scrutiny. Now is the occasion for Alexander Isak to show up for Liverpool. The £125m striker has not featured in domestic action for a month following a groin injury when making his second start in quick succession in Europe triumph abroad. He reappeared off the bench during Sweden's loss to Switzerland but was rested the subsequent inconsequential game against Slovenia to guarantee his availability for the World Cup knockout rounds. A yellow card in that match might have suspended him. Isak may be short of|lacking|deficient