Premier League Weekend Review: Tactical Lessons and Key Talking Points

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Liverpool's New Tactical Approach Needs Work

Liverpool's Anfield clash against Tottenham Hotspur resulted in a messy contest, with goals flying in at both ends. The game highlighted that Liverpool's new tactical approach has potential, but it remains flawed. Trent Alexander-Arnold's new role in central midfield allowed midfielders Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones to spread high and wide. However, it also exposed Liverpool's back four to counter-attacks, resulting in a chaotic game.

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Contrasting Aprils for AFC Bournemouth and Leeds

AFC Bournemouth claimed 15 points in April, their most in any month this season, and their five wins were only one fewer than they managed between August and March. In contrast, Leeds lost five times in April, their most defeats in a single month since 2015, and conceded 23 goals, a Premier League record in a single month.

Mixed Fortunes of Tomas Soucek

West Ham United missed Tomas Soucek's goal contributions in their match against Crystal Palace. Although Soucek scored the opener, his miscontrol near the box allowed Jeffrey Schlupp to score Palace's third, and he lost Eberichi Eze when a simple one-two led to a penalty concession. This season, Soucek has struggled to contribute defensively as much as he once did, possibly because of West Ham's 4-4-1-1 system.

Man City Lose Some Composure Without De Bruyne

Manchester City's win against Fulham wasn't as fluid as their recent performances, which could be attributed to Kevin De Bruyne's absence. Without the Belgian's ability to seek out space between the lines and make himself available for a forward pass, City's performance suffered.

Ten Hag Goes Direct to Outwit Emery

Manchester United stretched their home run to 26 without defeat and ended Aston Villa's unbeaten 10-match run in the process. United manager, Erik ten Hag, switched things up by going far more direct than usual, playing the ball in behind with Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, and Bruno Fernandes seeking to make runs in behind at every opportunity.

Enciso and Undav the Latest Brighton Discoveries

Brighton's 6-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers saw two products of their remarkable scouting department make their names. Julio Enciso became the youngest South American to assist two goals in a Premier League match, while Deniz Undav scored his first goals for the team. Both players were making only their third starts of the season, highlighting Brighton's incredible squad depth.