Brighton are the entertainers

Brighton have scored 16 goals in five games, including three against champions Arsenal, and are described as a joy to watch. They earned a rating of 9 out of 10.

“A joy to watch.”

Manchester City maintain perfection

Manchester City have won all five league games, including a victory at Manchester United while down to 10 men. Erling Haaland is already the top scorer. They earned a rating of 9 out of 10.

Brentford impress with unbeaten run

Brentford have demolished both Spurs and Chelsea without fuss and remain unbeaten. They earned a rating of 8 out of 10 and could challenge for Europe.

“Can they keep it up and challenge for Europe?”

Tottenham's spending hasn't paid off

Despite spending over 300 million pounds in the summer, Tottenham have been poor and failed to score in their opening four league matches. They earned a rating of just 2 out of 10.

Manchester United struggling early

Manchester United have lost at Hull and drawn at bottom-placed Fulham, with their only win coming against Ipswich. They earned a rating of just 4 out of 10.

Hull and Leeds make strong starts

Hull have earned eight points from a tough opening five fixtures, including beating Manchester United. Leeds are fifth, unbeaten, with the joint-best defensive record and a superb 4-1 win over Newcastle.

Arsenal stumble after solid start

Arsenal's title defence began solidly but they were ripped apart by Brighton after surviving a penalty scare at Sunderland. They earned a rating of 7 out of 10.