"The English Premier League's second match week of the season has been full of surprises, even if the tastiest dish might still be to come. With the Alexander Isak transfer saga hanging over the head of both clubs, Liverpool travel to Newcastle on Tuesday morning AEST to finish off a slate of matches that exposed several flaws in multiple high profile clubs."
"Manchester United were in the spotlight as they so often are with an uninspiring performance away to Fulham, while their cross-town rivals Manchester City were stunned at home by Tottenham, who have started life after Ange Postecoglou, who may be in line for a Premier League return, in dream fashion. Get all the latest football news, highlights and analysis delivered straight to your inbox with Fox Sports Sportmail. Sign up now!!!"
"The good will that was afforded to Manchester United following their opening game loss to Arsenal at Old Trafford dissipated as Ruben Amorim's side drew 1-1 away at Fulham. United picked up their first point of the season in the process, but they felt like they let two more points slip at Craven Cottage. Captain Bruno Fernandes uncharacteristically blasted a first half penalty over the bar, although they still took the lead near the hour mark courtesy of an own goal."
The Premier League's second match week delivered several surprises and highlighted weaknesses at multiple high-profile clubs. Liverpool face Newcastle amid the Alexander Isak transfer saga as the slate of matches revealed tactical and defensive frailties. Manchester United managed a 1-1 draw at Fulham after Bruno Fernandes missed a first-half penalty and an own goal briefly gave them the lead; Emile Smith Rowe equalised. Manchester City were stunned at home by Tottenham, which progressed strongly under Ange Postecoglou's successor. Everton opened a new stadium with an eye-catching performance from their new signing. Arsenal introduced a 15-year-old wunderkind whose display drew widespread attention. VAR decisions and on-field grappling produced controversy.
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