Can Liverpool and Manchester United Continue Their Winning Ways in the Premier League?
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Key Takeaways
- Liverpool seeks to continue their recovery after a strong win.
- Manchester United aims to solidify their recent turnaround.
- Brighton's possession style will challenge United's defense.
- Chelsea's young talents are under the spotlight.
- The clash between Aston Villa and Manchester City is crucial for both teams.
London, Oct 24 (NationPress) The upcoming weekend of Premier League fixtures presents several teams with the opportunity to capitalize on recent successes, while others face significant challenges. Liverpool halted their recent downturn with a commanding 5-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt on Tuesday, ending a streak of four losses across all competitions. Coach Arne Slot now looks to build on this momentum as his side prepares to face Brentford.
Although Alexander Isak will miss the match due to a hip injury, Ryan Gravenberch is expected to return after sustaining a minor issue against Manchester United last weekend.
Meanwhile, United's triumph at Anfield last Sunday could signal a turning point for coach Ruben Amorim after a rocky start to the season. His squad now faces a challenging test at Old Trafford against Brighton and Hove Albion, as reported by Xinhua.
Brighton is known for their possession-driven style, and with veteran striker Danny Welbeck in top form, this match will provide insight into the current status of Amorim's team.
Chelsea will play against Sunderland following impressive performances from their young talents in the Champions League against Ajax. The spotlight will be on young striker Marc Guiu, who was initially loaned to Sunderland but recalled due to Liam Delap’s injury.
Delap remains out of action, and Cole Palmer is also sidelined for another month.
The weekend's matches will commence with Leeds United hosting West Ham United. Leeds has seen two defeats and a draw, causing them to drop in the table, while West Ham is still seeking a response after Nuno Espirito Santo's appointment, following Monday's loss to Brentford, leaving them at the bottom of the standings.
Coach Eddie Howe of Newcastle United will aim for a repeat performance against Fulham, after an impressive showing against Benfica midweek. Striker Nick Woltemade has settled in well, and Anthony Gordon has returned to form, creating a strong attacking partnership.
Arsenal is expected to maintain their lead at the top of the table this Sunday when Crystal Palace visits the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal's recent performance against Atletico Madrid demonstrated their effectiveness, particularly from set pieces.
Aston Villa and Manchester City come into their match at Villa Park each having won their last three games, making this head-to-head a crucial test for both teams. For City, a win is essential to stay in contention with Arsenal in the title race.
Sean Dyche celebrated his first victory at Nottingham Forest after taking over from Ange Postecoglou, but now faces a challenging away game against fourth-placed Bournemouth, whose dynamic playing style poses a threat to a team that recently played in the Europa League.
Everton will take on Tottenham Hotspur in what promises to be a competitive match, while Wolverhampton Wanderers coach Vitor Pereira is under pressure to secure a victory against Burnley. Despite signing a new contract at the start of the season, a ninth consecutive game without a win could put his position at risk.