Spurs remain one of the league’s most entertaining outfits. Their build-up play is sharp, the front line is fluid, and their press keeps opponents pinned deep for long periods.
Sean Dyche has turned Everton into a more functional, hard-working unit. Their pressing is sharper, the midfield screen is stronger, and set-pieces remain one of their biggest weapons at Goodison.
Brentford return to action looking to strengthen their position in mid-table, while Burnley arrive under real pressure as their survival campaign continues to unravel.
Manchester City return to home soil aiming to stop the minor slide caused by two straight defeats in league and cup. Even so, their broader form remains elite—seven wins in their last ten across all competitions
Sunderland face Bournemouth in the Premier League this weekend as they push for another crucial three points in their fight to stay up.
Chelsea face Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on Sunday’s Premier League opener, with both sides coming off strong seasons in what promises to be a competitive London derby.
Wolves struggled at home last season (16th, 21 pts) and lost key players over the summer. City were solid away (29 pts, only 1 defeat in last 5 trips) and have dominated recent H2Hs (4 wins in last 5, last 3 straight).
Brighton strong last season (61 pts) but leaky at the back — 1 clean sheet in last 9 games, none in last 6 vs Fulham. Fulham finished 6 pts behind, scored first in 5 of last 6 H2Hs. No 0-0 between these sides in 5 years.
Sunderland return to the Premier League after 8 years, strong at home in the Championship (12W, 4L), but face a West Ham side unbeaten in the last 8 H2Hs. Potter’s men were tighter defensively last season but lacked goals, and tend to play cagey away.
Villa unbeaten in last 18 at home, winning last 5 straight. Newcastle shaky on the road (7 away losses last season) and just 1 win at Villa Park since 2013. Last 5 H2Hs have seen 21 goals. Villa won 4-1 here in April.
