This weekend marks the final round of Premier League fixtures before the international break, and fans across the UK are gearing up for some exciting matches.
Liverpool are currently leading the table with 15 points, just one point ahead of Manchester City and Arsenal, who both sit on 14 points.
But which matches this weekend could see surprising results? Here are four games where we might witness some upsets:
1. Crystal Palace vs Liverpool
Liverpool have a tendency to struggle in early Saturday kick-offs, and this time they face Crystal Palace away from home in the Premier League
Arne Slot, Palace’s manager, has expressed his frustration with the scheduling, and Palace will be desperate for points after a rocky start to the season. Liverpool may find it tough, especially since Crystal Palace are known to rise to the occasion when under pressure.
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2. Arsenal vs Southampton:
Mikel Arteta surely hasn’t forgotten how Southampton derailed Arsenal’s title hopes two seasons ago. In that game, the Saints took a surprising 2-0 lead before Arsenal fought back to secure a 3-3 draw.
Back then, it was former Gunner Theo Walcott who haunted them, and this time it could be Aaron Ramsdale, the goalkeeper Arteta offloaded in the summer, who might cause some trouble.
3. Man City vs Fulham:
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City have shown some vulnerability without key players. The absence of Rodri led to a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United, and with Kevin De Bruyne still out injured, City could be in for a challenge. Fulham have started the season impressively and currently sit in 6th place with 11 points. This match could be an opportunity for Fulham to cause a shock and take points off the defending champions.
4. Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest:
Chelsea have been impressive this Premier League season, both in performance and goals, under the leadership of Enzo Maresca. However, Nottingham Forest have also shown resilience, only losing one match so far, which came against Fulham. Forest will be eager to bounce back when they visit Stamford Bridge, and Chelsea might not find it as easy as some might expect.
As the Premier League action unfolds this weekend, these games could see unexpected twists, making them ones to watch before the international break.
