Premier League Season Heats Up: Early Surprises and Disappointments The Premier League season is in full swing, with five matches played and the first international break of the season arriving. As the teams take a brief pause, it's an ideal time to assess which teams have impressed and which have disappointed so far. Manchester City is currently sitting at the top of the table, three points clear after their thrilling 5-3 win over Sunderland, which saw Erling Haaland score against his 25th Premier League team, a unique personal milestone. ## Manchester City's Dominance Manchester City's win over Sunderland was not only significant for Haaland's achievement but also for the team's continued unbeaten start to the season. The match was an eight-goal thriller, with Brian Brobbey scoring a hat-trick for Sunderland in a losing cause. This victory has solidified Manchester City's position at the top of the Premier League table, making them a team to watch as the season progresses. ## Struggles for Manchester United In contrast, Manchester United is experiencing its worst start to a Premier League season in 12 years. Despite Michael Carrick's efforts to find positives, the team's performance has been underwhelming. A late strike by Matheus Cunha against Fulham, which denied Fulham their first league win of the season, was one of the few bright moments for Manchester United. The question on everyone's mind is whether there is any reason to believe a turnaround is ahead for the team. ## Other Notable Performances Leeds United has maintained its unbeaten start to the Premier League campaign with a hard-earned goalless draw against Crystal Palace. This consistency will be crucial for Leeds as they aim to stay competitive throughout the season. Troy Deeney has also given his team of the week, providing insight into the standout players from the recent round of matches. ## What's Next? As the Premier League resumes after the international break, fans will be eager to see if Manchester City can continue its dominance, if Manchester United can turn its season around, and how other teams will fare. With several exciting matches on the horizon, including potential showdowns between top-tier teams, the Premier League is shaping up to be an exhilarating season. What to watch next will be how these early trends develop and which teams can sustain their momentum or reverse their fortunes.