And with the table starting to take shape at both ends, there will be numerous chances for teams to stamp their authority on the top flight ahead of the weekend. But what are the main talking points ahead of the next round of Premier League fixtures? Scroll down and click through the pages as we preview a key weekend of top flight action:
9. Key man ruled-out for Newcastle United
Steve Bruce's side host Brighton on Saturday (5:30pm) and, while Allan Saint-Maximin and Andy Carroll will return to the fold, key man Matt Ritchie remains sidelined. Photo: Ian MacNicol
10. Will European blues plague Wolves?
After defeat to Braga in midweek, Wolves to travel to Crystal Palace (Sunday, 2pm) - with manager Nuno Espirito Santo admitting his side have been 'under-performing' this season. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
11. Unai Emery facing tough call
Will the Arsenal boss stick with the youngsters who impressed in the Europa League, or will he hand starts to his more seasoned players against Aston Villa? (Sunday, 4:30pm) Photo: Stuart MacFarlane