With 25 days since the last Premier League season ended, there’s a notable absence of excitement among fans, especially after such an extended season. The anticipation of fixture releases, particularly for newly promoted teams like Leeds and Sunderland, is palpable, changing the focus from recent managerial changes and transfer news. Scott Parker's impressive defensive transformation at Burnley, reducing goals conceded significantly, adds intrigue to their upcoming season in the Premier League, especially with their challenging opening fixtures against Tottenham. The disparity between league resources and opportunities remains a concern as well.
Hands up who's missing [the Premier League] already? It was a long old slog of a campaign, with most of the drama resolved before the clocks went forward. Also, the day that the giant super-computer at Premier League HQ spits out matchday fixtures is one to cherish, especially for the promoted sides.
Scott Parker's transformation of Burnley was one of last season's intriguing tales. Having gone down with 78 goals conceded, they turned to Parker, who wasn't regarded as a defensive master. The Clarets were transformed into one of Europe's best defensive sides.
As you survey the growing chasm of resources and opportunity between England's top two divisions, some spicy numbers are present. Will Parker maintain that parsimony in the Premier League?
Burnley has been dealt a rough hand by the fixture computer, with challenges coming early after intense playoff drama. The upcoming matches against Sunderland and Tottenham present tough opportunities to start strong.
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