EPL Predictions: Picks, Top Players for Week 2 Premier League Fixtures

After a major tournament, the Premier League can sometimes take a while to kick into top gear. This weekend, the second of the 2016-17 term, with some more big names set to feature and some fascinating games to savour, expect the ante to be upped. 

All eyes will be on league leaders Manchester United after their victory at AFC Bournemouth, as they get the schedule underway in the first Friday night game of the season. On Saturday Manchester City travel to Stoke City, Watford host Chelsea and in the standout clash of the week, champions Leicester City host a reeling Arsenal team.

Here is a look at the schedule of matches for Week 2 and a couple of players set to show some sparkling early-season form.

Paul Pogba, Manchester United

As the most expensive footballer of all time, Paul Pogba is definitely the man to watch this weekend in the Premier League.

The Manchester United midfielder is poised to make his second debut for the club when the Red Devils welcome Southampton to Old Trafford for a Friday night fixture. It promises to be a fervent atmosphere at this iconic stadium, one that’ll be spiced up further by Pogba’s presence.

Football journalist Liam Canning is giddy for the 23-year-old’s bow under manager Jose Mourinho:

Really don’t think it’s ever going to sink in that Pogba’s returned, Ibrahimović is playing up front and José Mourinho’s the manager.

— Liam Canning (@OffsideLiam) August 14, 2016

The Frenchman promises …

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