EPL 2016-17: 10 things we learned from Gameweek 6

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24:  Wayne Rooney of Manchester United (L) is subbed on for Marcus Rashford of Manchester United (R) during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Leicester City at Old Trafford on September 24, 2016 in Manchester, England.  (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Wayne Rooney enters the pitch to replace Marcus Rashford on Saturday

3) Iwobi’s rise and Sanchez’s form are big positives

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Alexis Sanchez of Arsenal celebrates scoring his sides first goal with his team mate Alex Iwobi of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on September 24, 2016 in London, England.  (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
Alexis Sanchez is joined by Alex Iwobi as they celebrate taking the lead against Chelsea

While the whole world is talking about the two youngsters from Manchester i.e., Marcus Rashford and Kelechi Iheanacho, Arsenal’s Alex Iwobi has been on the rise ever since the start of the season. His pace has proven to be a nuisance for oppositions while his skill to make it big in the Premier League is obvious.

Also Read: The rise of Arsenal's Alex Iwobi

On the other hand, Alexis Sanchez’s form is easily the best thing for Arsenal fans right now. The Chilean has been scoring at will this season and he could be in contention for the PFA player of the year award.

Other positives from the Chelsea game include the fantastic pairing of Mustafi and Koscielny looking as formidable as ever. Good times for the Gunners!


4) Wilshere and Bournemouth have a great weekend

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24:  Jack Wilshere of AFC Bournemouth holds off Yannick Bolasie of Everton during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Everton at the Vitality Stadium on September 24, 2016 in Bournemouth, England.  (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
Wilshere shuts off Yannick Bolasie on Saturday

Eddie Howe’s Bournemouth side are the first team to derail the Koeman express this year. Maybe Pep Guardiola did have a point when he mentioned that Bournemouth is the best team he has faced this season?

The Cherries have had an average start to the season but they have been playing fantastic free flowing football since the start of the season.

Jack Wilshere is wasting no time in rebuilding his career as he put on a fantastic display in midfield against Ronald Koeman’s Everton. Ross Barkley was overshadowed by Wilshere’s performance on Saturday.

Adam Smith is another player who has been fantastic for Bournemouth this season as his pace has troubled the opposition on many occasions this season.


5) Liverpool looks flexible under Klopp

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24:  Philippe Coutinho of Liverpool celebrates with Roberto Firmino of Liverpool  as he scores their fourth goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Hull City at Anfield on September 24, 2016 in Liverpool, England.  (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
All smiles for the Reds

Probably the best team this season after Manchester City, Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool have been incredible this season. The Reds made a mockery of the Hull City side as they scored five while conceding only one goal.

Coutinho was the main man once again while Sadio Mane, Roberto Firminio, Daniel Sturridge and Adam Lallana joined the party. Once again James Milner has proven his importance. The midfielder adds composure and experience to the side and scored two goals from the spot looking as relaxed as ever.


6) Not a happy return to the Premier League for David Moyes

SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: David Moyes manager of Sunderland during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Crystal Palace FC on September 24, 2016 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Steve  Welsh/Getty Images)
The look on his face explains it all

After being sacked by Manchester United David Moyes had a stint in Spain before being hired by Sunderland. However, his return to the Premier League isn’t going according to plan as the Black Cats find themselves at the bottom of the table already.

The relegation spots are something Sunderland have been accustomed to but have almost everytime got away with a few great performances towards the end of the season. However, Moyes will have to quickly climb up this season.

With the quality of the league looking much better, Sunderland would be risking things if they are looking to leave things until the end of the season.

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