Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

Tottenham were again bereft of energy, creativity and solidity in their 4-1 reverse, leaving them in serious danger of relegation. An awful injury list and no league wins in 2026 have compounded the problem, and Igor Tudor may have to deploy Dominic Solanke and Randal Kolo Muani and hope for goals from crosses — a plan that might not be The Tottenham WayTM but could be preferable to dropping out of the division.

Liverpool’s late revival owed much to a 17-year-old substitute, Rio Ngumoha, whose cross led to Alexis Mac Allister’s disallowed effort before the Argentinian struck a 97th-minute winner, while Mohamed Salah was largely anonymous. Wolves rued Tolu Arokodare’s missed penalty after the Nigerian, who scored 20 in Belgium last season, caused problems at Selhurst Park and still looks like a striker who could thrive in the Championship if he moves on.

Erling Haaland once again contributed beyond goals, providing a pinpoint cross for Nico O’Reilly’s opener and earning praise for his all-round impact.

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