The Premier League is back, and it kicks off with a blockbuster clash between two giants. The big match after the second international break is Liverpool vs Chelsea. Enzo Maresca's side, recovering after some nightmare seasons, visits the current league leaders, who have 18 points. Slot's Liverpool has surged ahead of Manchester City and Arsenal, with Chelsea trailing the top three favorites with 14 points. At Anfield, the Reds have the chance to widen the gap over the Blues and further solidify their lead in a round that appears favorable for City and Arsenal.
Guardiola's and Arteta's teams both face away matches, against Wolverhampton and Bournemouth, respectively. Wolves are in full crisis mode, sitting at the bottom of the table with just one point from their first seven games and having conceded 21 goals—an alarming average of three goals per game. Facing them will be Haaland and the Premier League's top-scoring attack, which has already netted 17 goals. Aston Villa, managed by Emery, also faces an away fixture, as they continue to impress in the race for Champions League spots.
The eighth round kicks off at 1:30 PM CET with Tottenham hosting West Ham, followed by Manchester United at 4:00 PM CET. Ten Hag's Red Devils, already lagging behind in the standings, are in a must-win situation at Old Trafford against Brentford. Saturday’s action also includes Ipswich vs Everton, Southampton vs Leicester, and Sandro Tonali's Newcastle at home against Brighton. The Monday Night Football game will feature Nottingham Forest vs Crystal Palace. The Premier League title race is back on.
Premier League, Liverpool soars: Arsenal and City struggle, Tottenham sinks
11 Nov - 17:58 •
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