11th
2W · 0D · 3L
6 PTS
7 GF · 11 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Brave, aggressive and capable of winning tight games. Eleven conceded, though, shows how much defensive adjustment is still required.
STRONG STARTERS
Emersonn has adapted well, while Clarke, Davis and Fatawu give Ipswich direct attacking threat.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
The midfield and defence need better protection, while earlier service could make Maeda even more dangerous.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Emersonn and Fatawu bring pace and aggression, while Lukić, Luís and Palacios add experience.
THE BOT90 READ
Six points is a credible start for a promoted side. Ipswich can score and win; reducing big chances conceded is now the priority.
NEXT THREE GAMES
FUL (H) → MCI (A) → NFO (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
The two home games are crucial. Four points across this three-game stretch would be a solid return.
12th
1W · 2D · 2L
5 PTS
8 GF · 8 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
The 5–2 win over Ipswich hinted at what United can be, but two points from the other four tells the bigger story.
STRONG STARTERS
Bruno’s Ipswich hat-trick remains the standout display, while Mbeumo has carried threat and Cunha delivered late at Fulham.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
United need sustained attacking pressure rather than isolated bursts. Some bad luck is involved, but the performances remain uneven.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Tielemans and Santos have already added a different look to United’s midfield, while Baleba’s return from injury should give them another major boost. The talent is obvious, the real test will be whether Carrick can find the right balance once Baleba is fully available.
THE BOT90 READ
Five points is disappointing. There are promising attacking pieces, but United still fluctuate too much within games.
NEXT THREE GAMES
TOT (H) → LEE (A) → BOU (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
Seven points should be the target. The two home games offer a route back on track, with Leeds providing the toughest test.
13th
1W · 2D · 2L
5 PTS
4 GF · 5 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Forest have defended competitively but struggled for creativity. Four goals in five games tells the story.
STRONG STARTERS
Delap has added movement and presence, Ndoye offers directness, and Murillo remains vital in progressing the ball.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Forest need better connections around Gibbs-White and Delap rather than relying on one player to create everything.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Delap fills a clear need, while Diomande, Muñoz and Schlager all make sense within Glasner’s system.
THE BOT90 READ
Defensively respectable, offensively incomplete. The quality is there; the front line needs better service and combinations.
NEXT THREE GAMES
CRY (A) → ARS (H) → IPS (A)
BOT90 VERDICT
Palace and Ipswich are the opportunities. Four points around a difficult Arsenal game should be the minimum aim.
14th
1W · 1D · 3L
4 PTS
6 GF · 10 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Better than the points suggest. Even the 5–3 loss at City offered encouragement, with Sunderland showing they can threaten elite opposition.
STRONG STARTERS
Brobbey’s Etihad hat-trick changed the attacking conversation, while Isidor works hard up front and Xhaka provides leadership.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Good spells are being undone by clusters of goals conceded. Better game management is essential.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Danso adds defensive experience, Fofana brings pace and Methalie strengthens the left side.
THE BOT90 READ
Four points undersells some encouraging performances. Three goals at City and a competitive draw at Brentford show genuine threat.
NEXT THREE GAMES
BHA (H) → BOU (A) → LEE (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
Two home games make this a real opportunity. Brighton and Leeds at home are chances Sunderland need to attack positively.
15th
1W · 1D · 3L
4 PTS
6 GF · 11 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Palace have shown attacking potential but too much defensive instability. The clean sheet at Leeds was a welcome step forward.
STRONG STARTERS
Mitchell’s brace at Fulham was exceptional, Khalaili has shown real attacking promise, and Kamada has started the season well, bringing real influence and composure to Palace’s midfield.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Palace need a settled back line and greater continuity up front without sacrificing their attacking ambition.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Mingueza and Chilwell bring experience, while Osorio, Khalaili and Johnson add different forms of attacking threat.
THE BOT90 READ
Mixed so far. Four points is modest, but the Leeds clean sheet could provide the defensive foundation Palace need.
NEXT THREE GAMES
NFO (H) → BHA (A) → NEW (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
Forest at home matters. Brighton and Newcastle make the two games that follow considerably tougher.
16th
1W · 1D · 3L
4 PTS
4 GF · 9 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
A disjointed start finally showed signs of life at Spurs. Villa raced 3–0 ahead before hanging on for a much-needed 3–2 win.
STRONG STARTERS
Jackson has given Villa a mobile focal point, while Manzambi and Buendía delivered against Spurs. McGinn remains important through the transition.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
The new pieces still need time to click, and letting Spurs back into a 3–0 game showed the need for better game management.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Jackson and Manzambi delivered the first win, while Gomes and Suzuki remain key pieces of a massive rebuild.
THE BOT90 READ
Still below expectations, but finally some progress. The Spurs win offered the clearest glimpse yet of what this rebuilt attack can become.
NEXT THREE GAMES
BRE (H) → NEW (A) → MCI (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
Brentford feels particularly important. Newcastle and City make this a demanding run.
17th
0W · 3D · 2L
3 PTS
6 GF · 8 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Competitive in every game, but still waiting for the breakthrough. Too many promising positions have ended as draws or narrow defeats.
STRONG STARTERS
Tavernier has been the attacking catalyst, while Kluivert continues to find useful pockets.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Bournemouth need more from the centre-forward position and better late-game decision-making.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
António Silva is a major defensive addition, while Juanlu and Álvaro Rodríguez address clear needs.
THE BOT90 READ
Better than three points suggests. The performances are competitive; now Bournemouth have to learn how to finish the job.
NEXT THREE GAMES
CHE (A) → SUN (H) → MUN (A)
BOT90 VERDICT
Three away games, but none are hopeless. All three opponents have shown vulnerabilities Bournemouth can attack.
18th
1W · 0D · 4L
3 PTS
1 GF · 10 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Four defeats without scoring made for a brutal start, but the 1–0 win at Forest finally rewarded Coventry’s resilience.
STRONG STARTERS
Dasilva delivered the breakthrough, Dovin has worked under heavy pressure, and Yirenkyi has shown promising flashes.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Awoniyi and Cherif need more service. Coventry must push higher without losing the compact structure keeping them competitive.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Pinnock brings Premier League experience, Amenda adds potential and Yirenkyi looks a worthwhile long-term investment.
THE BOT90 READ
The Forest win changes the mood. Goals remain the obvious problem, but Coventry have shown their structure can earn results.
NEXT THREE GAMES
NEW (H) → TOT (A) → FUL (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
There are points available here. Tottenham and Fulham are winless, and Coventry need to carry their new confidence forward.
19th
0W · 2D · 3L
2 PTS
5 GF · 8 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Better than the results suggest. Fulham have competed with good sides but haven't turned strong spells into enough goals or points.
STRONG STARTERS
King has brought creativity, García offers intelligent movement, and Leno remains a steady presence.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Be more clinical. Fulham created enough to beat United but left the door open for a late equaliser.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
García and Palacios know Arbeloa’s ideas, while Charles adds midfield potential and Kusi-Asare preserves attacking upside.
THE BOT90 READ
Two points is concerning, but this isn’t hopeless. The chances are coming; finishing and game management need to follow.
NEXT THREE GAMES
IPS (A) → HUL (H) → COV (A)
BOT90 VERDICT
This is a vital stretch. Three promoted opponents means Fulham need their first win and should be targeting at least five points.
20th
0W · 2D · 3L
2 PTS
2 GF · 8 GA
HOW THEY’VE PLAYED
Four games without a goal told the story. The late response against Villa offered something, but Spurs were already 3–0 down.
STRONG STARTERS
Gallagher showed character against Villa, while Van Hecke and Tonali look suited to De Zerbi’s ideas.
ROOM TO IMPROVE
Savio, Marmoush and Mudryk need to become a functioning attack, not simply three talented individuals.
RECRUITMENT CHECK
Van Hecke and Tonali make tactical sense, but the sheer scale of the rebuild helps explain the lack of cohesion.
THE BOT90 READ
The weakest start alongside Fulham. The Villa fightback offers a small foundation, but Spurs desperately need a result.
NEXT THREE GAMES
MUN (A) → COV (H) → CHE (H)
BOT90 VERDICT
Coventry already feels like a must-win. United and Chelsea have vulnerabilities, but Spurs first need to create sustained attacking pressure.
