Arsenal have a three point lead at the top of the English Premier ahead of their game against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.
That gives second place Chelsea to close the gap today as they take on Burnley who are hovering just above the relegation battle.
Manchester City travel to Newcastle in what could be a testing afternoon for the Blues. St Jame’s Park can be like a fortress for the Magpies and could well put a dent in City’s chase for the top spot.
Last years champions Liverpool are stuttering at the moment. They have lost the swagger they had last season, their performaces seem disjointed and something is definitely not right with the Anfield side. Can they kick- on after the international break as they face struggling Nottingham Forest.
Sunderland have punched above their weight so far and are the surprise side so far. Fourth in the league, can they maintain their impressive form as they travel to Fulham.
Manchester United are heading in the right direction, seventh at the moment and face a tricky home game against Everton on Monday.
