Following a packed midweek of Carabao Cup action, the Premier League returns for Gameweek 6. With the relentless pace of domestic and European fixtures, the season is now in full swing. Here is a preview of the upcoming matches.
Saturday’s Fixtures
Fresh from a morale-boosting 2-1 victory over Chelsea, Manchester United will look to secure back-to-back league wins under Erik ten Hag. They begin the weekend’s action with an early kick-off at Brentford, a ground where they have suffered heavy defeats in recent seasons. However, Thomas Frank’s side is coming off a 3-1 loss to Fulham, presenting an opportunity for the Red Devils.
Chelsea, meanwhile, host Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge. The Blues could face a challenging period without the injured Cole Palmer, and this match against a formidable Brighton side will be an early test of their resilience.
Liverpool, who have maintained a perfect record across all competitions, face a tough opponent in Crystal Palace. The Eagles are on a 17-game unbeaten streak and defeated the Reds on penalties in the Community Shield last month. Liverpool will also have to contend with the absence of the suspended Hugo Ekitiké.
Among the 3 p.m. kick-offs, Leeds United, buoyed by a 3-1 victory at Molineux, welcome an impressive Bournemouth team to Elland Road. Meanwhile, newly-promoted Burnley face a daunting trip to face Manchester City, where they are expected to employ a dogged defensive strategy.
In the evening, Nottingham Forest host Sunderland at the City Ground. Forest will be looking to build on a 2-2 draw at Real Betis in their Europa League opener, with their new manager set to showcase his attacking philosophy to the home crowd for the first time.
Saturday’s action concludes as Wolverhampton Wanderers, still searching for their first Premier League point, travel to North London. A midweek Carabao Cup victory over Everton may provide a spark as they face a well-drilled Tottenham Hotspur side that has started the season strongly under Ange Postecoglou. Wolves have won four of their last five meetings with Spurs.
Sunday’s Clashes
Aston Villa, who secured a narrow Europa League win over Bologna on Thursday, return to Villa Park to take on Fulham. Marco Silva’s side has proven to be tricky opposition and will aim to compound Villa’s recent struggles.
The weekend’s feature match sees Arsenal travel to Tyneside to face Newcastle United. The Magpies won three of the four encounters between the two sides last season, with each game being a tight, low-scoring affair. The rivalry is intensifying, and Mikel Arteta’s team selection will be under scrutiny, while Newcastle will be boosted by the return of Anthony Gordon.
Monday Night Football
The gameweek concludes on Monday as David Moyes’ Everton host his former club, West Ham United, at Goodison Park. The Toffees are seeking to bounce back from successive defeats. After a home loss to Crystal Palace last weekend, manager Graham Potter is under increasing pressure, and another poor result could have serious consequences.
