Thore Haugstad picks out four key points from the weekend’s action, as new bosses continue to make the season kick-off interesting Certain trends are already emerging after the second weekend of the Premier League season. A Paul Pogba-inspired Manchester United continued to show defensive strength under Jose Mourinho, while crosstown rivals Manchester City retained the unconventional 4-1-4-1 system conceived by Pep Guardiola. Chelsea sealed another win by switching to 4-2-4 late on. At Leicester, Arsenal shored up their defence, but struggled up front as another two points were dropped. 1. Conte’s 4-2-4 wins it again In pre-season, Conte appeared to contemplate whether to use 4-2-4...
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