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English Premier League: Power Rankings after matchday six

By Orri Benatar

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 23: Pierre- Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal scores the second goal past Jordan Pickford of Everton during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on September 23, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 23: Pierre- Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal scores the second goal past Jordan Pickford of Everton during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on September 23, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) /
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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 22: Nuno Espirito Santo, Manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers applauds fans after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford on September 22, 2018 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 22: Nuno Espirito Santo, Manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers applauds fans after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford on September 22, 2018 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images) /

Last Match: L 0-2 at. Arsenal

Next Week: SAT vs. Fulham & TUE vs. Southampton

The defense improved a tad against Arsenal last Sunday but that is the issue currently with Everton. Offensively, it has been slow recently with Richarlison and Theo Walcott off their game in the last two matches. Two big games could give Everton the jolt back into the top-ten and amongst the contenders for a Europa League spot.

https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1045287676377804800

Last Matches: W 3-1 vs. Huddersfield & W on PENS at. Wolves

Next Match: SAT at. Newcastle United

The Foxes have recovered from their loss to Bournemouth by winning two straight. Kelechi Iheanacho and James Maddison had great performances against Huddersfield and then Leicester impressed in the penalty shootout at Wolves. Newcastle could be a bogey game for Leicester and it’s important they don’t slip up at St. James’ Park.

Last Matches: D 1-1 vs. Wolves & L on PENS vs. Derby County

Next Week: SAT at. West Ham & TUE vs. Valencia

Where does Man United go from here? Things were looking up after wins against Burnley, Watford and BSC Young Boys. Then in a flash, it goes back to a classic third season under Jose Mourinho. A loss to Derby after drawing Wolves is something that NEVER happened to United under Sir Alex. The Red Devils can’t have any more slip-ups or Mourinho is gone before November and Pogba is forcing his way out in January.

Last Matches: D 1-1 at. Man United & L on PENS vs. Leicester

Next Match: SAT vs. Southampton

It’s only been six games and Wolves are already making their mark as one of the best newly-promoted teams in Premier League history. They are unbeaten in their last three league games and have drawn against both Manchester clubs, something any newly-promoted team struggled to get in the EPL’s history. More points for Santo and his players takes this team closer into the pantheon of incredible first seasons.

Last Matches: D 1-1 at. Fulham & L on PENS vs. Tottenham (in MK)

Next Match: SAT at. Arsenal

Slowly but steadily Watford has dropped in the power rankings. After winning their first four matches, the Hornets lost to United, drew Fulham, and then lost in a shootout to Spurs to be eliminated from the EFL Cup. A good performance against Arsenal is paramount for this team to be taken more seriously and have Watford be a legitimate top-ten contender all season long.

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