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Premier League Matchday 7: Full Team Performance Rankings
Amir Azimi
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Premier League Matchday 7: Full Team Performance Rankings

How Each Premier League Team Fared on Matchday 7

This weekend in the Premier League brought some noteworthy milestones. Chelsea recorded their first top-flight clean sheet since January, Dejan Kulusevski made his Tottenham Hotspur return after 526 days out, Manchester United attempted a fresh start following midweek struggles, and Enzo Maresca became the first manager to win his first seven Premier League games at a new club.

Despite ongoing off-field issues for Manchester City, the matches gave us plenty to analyze. Here's how all 20 teams performed based on several factors.

Ranking Criteria

  • Performance: Focused on how well each team played beyond just the final score, looking at game flow and control.
  • Expectations: Teams that defied odds or impressed relative to what was expected received higher marks.
  • Venue: Playing away usually counts for a bit more given home advantage in football.

Team-by-Team Review

  • 20. Sunderland (0-2 Loss vs. Bournemouth): Kevin Danso’s early red card hurt Sunderland badly. Already trailing, their defense faltered further leading to a heavy loss. Nordi Mukiele openly criticized the team's attitude, admitting arrogance played a role.
  • 19. Crystal Palace (0-5 Loss vs. Brighton): A humiliating defeat left the squad and fans with a sense of shame. Pierre Sage summed up the mood perfectly.
  • 18. Hull (0-1 Loss vs. Fulham): Hull was dominated in every department. Manager Sergej Jakirović lamented being outclassed, calling it “men against boys.”
  • 17. Newcastle (0-1 Loss vs. Aston Villa): Newcastle's chaotic approach contrasted sharply with Villa’s calm. Despite spending heavily on forwards, they relied late on Dan Burn as an attacker but lacked smart play overall.
  • 16. Coventry (1-3 Loss vs. Tottenham): Frank Lampard’s side started strong but couldn’t maintain momentum against Spurs’ rejuvenated lineup, leaving London empty-handed.
  • 15. Everton (0-2 Loss vs. Chelsea): David Moyes praised Harrison Armstrong’s tough tackle as a highlight, but Everton struggled overall, managing only two shots and conceding twice cheaply.
  • 14. Brentford (1-2 Loss vs. Liverpool): A pivotal moment came when Yehor Yarmoliuk was sent off for a minor clash. Liverpool capitalized on the advantage to secure victory.
  • 13. Ipswich (2-3 Loss vs. Man City): Ipswich managed to trouble Manchester City and cause some problems, but couldn't deliver a result despite a spirited performance.
  • 12. Leeds (1-1 Draw vs. Man Utd): Leeds were cautious in the first half, failing to seize the chance to take full control against a struggling Manchester United.
  • 11. Manchester United (1-1 Draw vs. Leeds): Despite tactical changes focusing on individual matchups, United’s defensive weaknesses remained, though they secured a point.
  • 10. Arsenal (1-0 Win vs. Nottingham Forest): Arsenal once again started slowly but relied on substitutes to clinch a narrow victory. Manager Mikel Arteta praised squad depth but fans want brighter starts.
  • 9. Nottingham Forest (0-1 Loss vs. Arsenal): Forest stifled Arsenal’s key players effectively but failed to finish chances. They haven't scored at home in over eight hours of play.
  • 8. Liverpool (2-1 Win vs. Brentford): Despite injuries, Liverpool impressed with goals from Alexander Isak and solid defense led by Jérémy Jacquet.
  • 7. Aston Villa (1-0 Win vs. Newcastle): Johan Manzambi scored the winning goal at St James’ Park, adding a sweet twist given Newcastle had nearly signed him this summer.
  • 6. Manchester City (3-2 Win vs. Ipswich): Amid off-field turmoil, City continue their strong run under Enzo Maresca, powered by Erling Haaland’s relentless scoring.
  • 5. Tottenham (3-1 Win vs. Coventry): Back to form with key players like James Maddison scoring, Spurs finally recalled the feel of winning at home after many changes.
  • 4. Bournemouth (2-0 Win vs. Sunderland): Bournemouth dominated completely, registering 29 shots and an xG of 4.23, cruising to a one-sided victory.
  • 3. Chelsea (2-0 Win vs. Everton): Xabi Alonso’s side ground out a win without pretty football but achieved their first clean sheet this season, a small but important step.
  • 2. Fulham (1-0 Win vs. Hull): Álvaro Arbeloa earned his first Premier League win as manager with a controlled display and a goal from Alex Iwobi.
  • 1. Brighton (5-0 Win vs. Crystal Palace): Brighton delivered a masterclass, including a stunning goal contender, obliterating their rivals and enjoying one of their best performances of the season.

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