Premier League 2018/19: 5 underdogs that could upset the status quo this season

Burnley

Burnley FC v Manchester United - Premier League

The team which pipped Everton for the last European seat last summer has endured a difficult start this term and have managed to earn merely a single point in their opening four fixtures. However, this was very much on the cards as the Clarets were very much in uncharted territories given their European exploits.

Remember that this is the same club that got relegated only three years back. But with a sad ending to their European dreams, Sean Dyche's men can very well re-align their focus onto the Premier League and with no more trips to Scotland and Greece, their players will be as fresh as they have ever been.

One of the first targets for Sean Dyche will be to make the Turf Moor an impregnable fortress once again and with Mee and Tarkowski normal proceedings are likely to proceed soon. In recent weeks, Chris Wood has been a menace for the opposition's defence and with Vokes and Barnes coming off the bench the Clarets remain a threat as the Fergie time plays on. Jeff Hendrick and Ashley Westwood along with Gudmundsson provide stability as well as an attacking threat in the midfield.

The biggest area of concern for Burnley will be their wing backs as they have regularly been found wanting on the defensive end. With Gibson waiting on the sidelines, Lowton and Bardsley have an uphill task waiting. Though one can expect Sean Dyche to find a way around these defensive frailties and make a push for top half of the table once the international break gets over.

Current Standing

19th (W0, D1, L3)