The Premier League returns from the international break with a full slate in Matchweek 9, including three big derby matchups.
Graham Potter takes charge of his first top-flight match for Chelsea on Saturday morning as the Blues travel across London to face Crystal Palace.
Chelsea sit in seventh place and will expect Potter to turn their fortunes around and steer them closer to the top of the table.
Potter's first obstacle is Patrick Vieira’s Palace, who are always a difficult opponent despite a slow start to the season.
The first edition of the Manchester derby goes down on Sunday when Manchester City host Manchester United. City are one of only two remaining unbeaten teams in the league, and no opponent has yet figured out how to slow down Erling Haaland.
Man Utd, however, ride in on a four-match winning streak and will be eager to see if they can reverse the fortunes of a derby that has swung heavily in favor of their neighbors over recent years.
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Be sure to set your alarms extra early on Saturday morning to catch the always-entertaining North London battle between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.
With both teams riding high in the table the intensity will be kicked up a notch at Emirates Stadium.
Although Arsenal’s perfect start of five consecutive wins came to a close at Man Utd, they rebounded with a 3-0 win at Brentford to maintain top spot.
Spurs have been impressive with a run of seven matches unbeaten. It's early days in the season, but this match could have significant title implications in the long-run, and you won’t want to miss out.
Watch the match on USA at 7:30 AM ET.
