Premier League Fixtures

The Premier League is back after the international break, and there are eight games scheduled for the weekend. Fans can expect some exciting matches, with Liverpool taking on Everton in the Merseyside derby and Manchester City facing Brighton, amongst other thrilling matches.

Saturday Premier League Fixtures

• Liverpool vs. Everton, 12:30 pm

Anfield's left back Andy Robertson will be out for quite some time as he undergoes surgery on his injured shoulder. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="715"] Andy Robertson is out due to shoulder injury. | Credit: The Independent[/caption] Cody Gakpo is back in the lineup after missing time with a knee injury, and despite Darwin Nunez's fears about cramping during Uruguay's game this week, they do not expect him to miss any time. Séamus Coleman, captain of Everton, is still recovering from a knee injury and is therefore out of the running. Midfielders Andre Gomes (calf) and Dele Alli (groin) remain out, but Idrissa Gana Gueye (heel) should be ready to play after coming off the bench for Senegal this week.

• Chelsea vs. Arsenal, 5:30pm

Nicolas Jackson, Cole Palmer, and Raheem Sterling all have three goals for Chelsea this season across all competitions, while Bukayo Saka has five for Arsenal. Armando Broja, who had just recovered from a knee injury earlier this season, went down again and will miss the rest of the year. Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo are back from international duty with Argentina and Ecuador, respectively, while Benoit Badiashile, Axel Disasi, Nicolas Jackson, and Reece James will be evaluated. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="694"] Bukayo Saka may be missing out in the clash against the Blues | Credit: Getty Images[/caption] Arsenal's Bukayo Saka is questionable with a hamstring injury, while Leandro Trossard is also in the mix despite his own hamstring issue. William Saliba's toe injury is probably not serious enough to keep him out, and only long-term absentee Jurrien Timber is expected to be out.

Last five league matches: Chelsea L D L W W; Arsenal W W D W W

 

• Manchester City vs. Brighton, 3:00 pm

Manchester City's top scorer this season is Erling Haaland with eight goals; Brighton's top scorer is Joao Pedro with five goals. With Rodri's return from suspension and John Stones' inclusion after starting for England in the Community Shield, City are close to having their full squad available. The only key player out for the champions is Kevin De Bruyne (with thigh injury). [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="695"] Manchester City's Rodri is back from suspension to face Roberto De Zerbi's side, Brighton. | Credit: Irish Times[/caption] Both Pervis Estupinan and Tariq Lamptey are injured and will not be able to make the trip to the Etihad Stadium with Brighton. After sitting out each of the last three Premier League games due to injury, manager Roberto De Zerbi now has James Milner back on the roster.

Last five league matches: Man City W W W L L; Brighton W W W L D

 

• Sheffield United vs. Manchester United, 8:00pm

The injured list for Sheffield United now includes three players who have undergone surgery: Chris Basham (ankle), John Egan (Achilles), and Tom Davis (thigh). While George Baldock's availability remains in question, Ben Osborn may be able to contribute off the bench. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="693"] Casemiro will be left out against Sheffield United | Photo Image: Martin Rickett/PA Wire[/caption] The visiting team will be missing Casemiro, who was injured while playing for Brazil. Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, Lisandro Martinez, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka all remain out, while Jadon Sancho is still blacklisted from the team and may be permanently released in January. Meanwhile, Raphael Varane and Sergio Reguilon are available.

Gustavo Hamer with 2 goals is the top scorer for Sheffield United in all competitions; Manchester United's midfielder, Casemiro is the top scorer with 4 goals.

Last five league matches: Sheff Utd D L L L L; Man Utd L L W L W  

Sunday Premier League Fixture

• Aston Villa vs. West Ham, 4:30 pm

Nicolo Zaniolo, who plays for Aston Villa, is cooperating with authorities in Italy's betting scandal and is available to play against West Ham. Long-term absentees include Tyrone Mings (knee), Emi Buendia (knee), Jacob Ramsey (foot), and Alex Moreno (hamstring). After serving lengthy suspensions, centre-backs Aaron Cresswell and Ben Johnson are back in training but are not expected to play significant roles. After a 2-2 draw with Newcastle before the international break, the Hammers are expected to return with the same starting lineup. Ollie Watkins of Villa has scored four times to lead the team while Mohammed Kudus of West Ham has scored six times across all competitions.  

Monday Premier League Fixture

• Tottenham vs. Fulham, 8:00 pm

Tottenham Spurs currently sits at the top of the Premier League table. Spurs' Cristian Romero and Son Heung-min avoided serious injuries during the international break and are now fully recovered. Alex Scott, who recently transferred to Fulham from Bristol City, will have to wait until the end of the season to make his debut due to a knee injury. After picking up an injury in Fulham's win against Sheffield United before the international break, Issa Diop will not be available for this matchup. Adama Traore, Kenny Tete, and Tosin Adarabioyo are still out, but manager Marco Silva said no players were injured while abroad on international duty.