Premier division: ten key points to keep an eye on this matchday

1. Garnacho and Walker poised for a fresh battle

Another northwest showdown could be on the cards as Burnley's Kyle Walker lines up against Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho at Turf Moor. The winger is adapting well with Chelsea after his summer move from the Red Devils and showcased his skills against Wolves prior to the international break. His assist for Pedro Neto mixed electric speed with a flawless along-the-deck delivery. His contribution for Malo Gusto required cutting inside prior to chipping a cross to the back post. His joyous moment with Neto, replicating his earlier embrace with Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Højlund, acted as a testament of the pace with which situations evolve. The last time Garnacho took on Walker? When the youngster netted for United in the Wembley triumph against Manchester City.

Burnley vs Chelsea, Saturday afternoon half past twelve (start times GMT)

2. Semenyo crucial to ending Cherries' decline

Antoine Semenyo is attracting the full transfer speculation attention amid a alleged £65m escape clause for a potential winter exit, the tabloids preparing him for promotion from the Premier League's average tier. That is understandable from a winger with six goals plus three assists and remains joyous to watch. Still, his team are in an tricky situation, having engaged in a form flip: it is the relegation battlers West Ham who enter on consecutive triumphs, whereas Bournemouth have been beaten seven-one over two games in their previous two matches after an impressive start to the campaign. Semenyo was denied from the penalty spot by Emi Martínez in the heavy loss to Aston Villa but taking on a defensive unit that hasn't kept a clean sheet in the league since the start of the season may prove the perfect solution.

Bournemouth vs West Ham, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

The striker a surprise shout for England

It seemed intriguing to hear Thomas Tuchel reference Danny Welbeck repeatedly throughout the fixture pause although the Brighton striker celebrates 35 in the coming days. “Without even knowing him, I understand what he can give me,” said the England boss. “He can be a back-up for Harry [Kane] playing a very traditional No 9 position.” Earning the last of his 42 England games back in 2018, it's quite plausible that Welbeck might be in the squad for the World Cup if he manages to continue his goal-getting performances. The ex- Manchester United and Arsenal forward has more goals compared to any English footballer in England's top division this campaign on six and remains eager to increase that tally as Brighton welcome Brentford this weekend.

Brighton vs Brentford, Saturday afternoon 3:00 PM

4. Sessegnon needed as creator and goalscorer

Sessegnon's story has provided a measure of positivity to Fulham's uneven opening. The 25-year-old, who rejoined his youth team last year following five difficult years with Spurs, is now a consistent pick, operating on the left due to the injury of the unavailable Antonee Robinson. The concern? On two goals, he remains their leading marksman this season together with Harry Wilson. Their main striker, their leading man in the last term, has bagged one goal whereas Rodrigo Muniz is unavailable for the long term due to a surgical procedure. Sessegnon is also needing to deliver as an assist provider replacing Robinson, who provided ten helpers last time round. Fulham's upcoming four games include three from the top five as well as Crystal Palace, who have let in just nine strikes in the Premier League to date. Trouble awaits for the club that have built a name for consistency in the middle.

Fulham vs Sunderland, Saturday 3:00 PM

The moment for Isak to deliver for Liverpool

The debate regarding Virgil van Dijk's ruled-out strike versus Manchester City could not hide Liverpool's shortcomings in that game as they lost to their seventh loss in 10 games. The coach's side require a sustained recovery to force their way into the title race from here, as well as a significant upturn in results, and the possibility arises with seven out of their following ten Premier League matches facing sides currently in the bottom ten in the standings. The danger is evident from Nottingham Forest, the sole side to inflict a defeat on their own turf to Liverpool last season, yet it isn't solely Liverpool's performance against aerial passes and counterattacks that will be under scrutiny. Now is the occasion that Alexander Isak to deliver in a Liverpool shirt. The big-money forward has not featured for his club over four weeks after picking up a groin problem while his second start in quick succession in the Champions League triumph in Germany. Isak returned from the bench in the Swedish loss against Switzerland but missed Tuesday's inconsequential game with Slovenia to ensure his availability for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. A yellow card on Tuesday would have made him ineligible. Isak may be short of|lacking|deficient