"The second international break of the season is almost over and the Premier League is ready to return this weekend, with Liverpool's Anfield clash against Manchester United topping the bill. Each of England's 20 top-tier clubs have now played seven league games. The Premier League table is beginning to point to a competitive title race and a relegation battle in which all three promoted teams -- Burnley, Leeds United and Sunderland -- have genuine hopes of avoiding the drop."
"Ruben Amorim was given the public backing of Sir Jim Ratcliffe last week, with the Manchester United minority owner saying that Amorim could not be judged in his role as manager until he has had three years in the post. But despite the vote of confidence, Amorim is still -- by some distance -- statistically the worst United manager of the Premier League era."
The Premier League resumes after the international break with Liverpool versus Manchester United the standout fixture. All 20 clubs have played seven league games, producing a competitive title race and a relegation battle in which promoted teams Burnley, Leeds United and Sunderland have real chances of survival. Pressure is rising on managers Ruben Amorim and Ange Postecoglou. Several high-fee summer signings such as Florian Wirtz and Matheus Cunha have yet to make a major impact. Bournemouth and Crystal Palace are showing signs of pushing for Champions League places. Four matchdays before the next break could intensify these issues.
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