Premier League Returns: A Season of High Expectations and Nostalgia

The Premier League is back, bringing with it a renewed sense of excitement and anticipation. Fans and pundits alike are eager to see how the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool will perform, as well as the newly appointed managers, including Jose Mourinho and Ronald Koeman. This season promises to be one of high expectations, with several teams looking to challenge for the title and others hoping to avoid the relegation zone.

Key Takeaways:

• Big Sam's return to Sunderland has been met with skepticism, with the team averaging just one goal per game and struggling to find the net.
• Crystal Palace will be looking to capitalize on West Ham's inconsistent form, but only if the Hammers show up with a decent team.
• Chelsea's recent struggles have been attributed to a weak back four, with several players struggling with defensive-duty amnesia.
• Manchester United will be looking to recover from their mauling at the hands of Arsenal, but Everton's form makes them a tough opponent.
• Southampton's match against Leicester promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to make a statement.

Statistics:

• Manchester United has lost their last three games without scoring.
• Chelsea has concededed two or more goals in seven of their eight league games this season.
• Sunderland has scored the fewest shots on target in the league, averaging just one goal per game.
• Crystal Palace has won four of their last six games, but will be without Connor Wickham, Joel Ward, and Marouane Chamakh.
• Manchester City has lost Sergio Aguero and David Silva to injury, but still expects to take all three points against Bournemouth.

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• Press Association (no author)