1) Spurs’ substitutes lack Nuno’s support
Since 1965 Substitutions have been allowed in English league but no one has told Nuno Espírito Santo. until the 84th minute Tottenham manager has been curiously reluctant to use his well-stocked bench in recent weeks, and even as his side wandered off to defeat West Ham to make changes. Dele Alli and Steven Bergwijn have almost no spark too late, a worrying gap opens up between the first XI and the rest. Nuno’s continued stubbornness – “The game was under control,” he explained briefly – is unlikely to please the fan base. Jonathan Liew 

2) players must take some responsibility - Manchester United
As always, most of the criticism will be directed at Ole Gunnar Solskjær and rightly revealed by a 5-0 home defeat and the downsizing of 14 points from nine games is his responsibility. But he still has the right to expect better from his team. Meanwhile, Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire apparently spent the summer establishing themselves among the elite, only to be terrible afterwards, and Victor Lindelöf is good until he is not. A change of manager at Old Trafford now looks inevitable. United’s players should consider why the basic professionalism incumbent on anyone, in any job, has been so comical beyond them. Daniel Harris

3) Lacazette’s industry would be missed by Arsenal
Alexandre Lacazette’s long-term future probably lies away from Arsenal Lacazette made a comparable impact in his first Premier League start of the season. The No 10 position, he succeeded in taking pressure off both Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang ahead of him and the midfielders behind, working industriously to ensure a disappointing Aston Villa were denied a foothold. He was also fouled for the penalty that gave Arsenal the 2-0 half-time Lacazette is playing: more things stick and raids are more easily sustained. The chances of a new contract being agreed for the 30-year-old, who can leave for free next summer, appear slim – but anyone who can replicate his impact would cost a pretty penny. Nick Ames

4) Maddison looks ready for more forward strides
James Maddison’s winner at Brentford was his first goal since February and, while he will rarely receive an easier chance, the hope is that his season kicks on from here. Nearly two years have passed since his sole cap for the national team and it will be a long way back to the forefront of Gareth Southgate’s thoughts from here. “His job is to create and score goals,” Rodgers said. “When you don’t have that, you do lose confidence. We have been analysing his game, and what’s important for him to be at this level.” If Leicester have now cracked that code, they should be well placed to maintain their uptick in form. Nick Ames

5) Lamptey offers light in Brighton’s loss
From a 4-1 thrashing but Brighton undeniably can. They were well beaten by Manchester City but having found themselves 3-0 down at half-time, where others would have folded, they fought back. Brighton manager was the performance of Tariq Lamptey. The right-back came on as a 57th-minute substitute for his third appearance of the season having been side-lined for 10 months and shone, most strikingly in using strength and quick feet to bamboozle Jack Grealish prior to delivering a dangerous cross. It is only a matter of time before one of the most exciting prospects in English football is once again regularly catching the eye. Sachin Nakrani 

6) Tough love for Hudson-Odoi after Norwich mauling
He knows that he can be tough on Callum Hudson-Odoi, who excelled in Chelsea’s 7-0 win over Norwich, but he was adamant that he will continue to ask for more from the winger. “He needs that,” Tuchel said. “These guys who are so full of quality hear sometimes a little bit too often how good they are. But you need to prove it, to show it, and for the offensive guys it is easy – deliver assists and goals. We are also aware that we are maybe unfair when we ask him to play right wing-back.” That last part was pertinent, as Hudson-Odoi had impressed in his favourite position on the left wing. The 20-year-old’s first goal since January should take the heat off him. Jacob Steinberg

7) Newcastle’s commitment cheers caretaker Jones
Newcastle’s fortunes, Graeme Jones’s first match as a manager since taking charge of Luton’s 0-0 draw with Wigan back in April 2020 went as well as could be expected. Gareth Southgate’s senior England squad in August saw his side ride their luck against Crystal Palace on Saturday, Jones was delighted with the commitment shown to earn a fourth point of the campaign – even if a first win still eludes them. “The win is going to come sooner or later – we know that,” said defender Emil Krafth. “We just have to keep on fighting and show what we are.” Ed Aarons

8) King crowns Goodison return with a timely goal
Joshua King scoring at Everton came as absolutely no surprise to home fans schooled in the art of fatalism but a hat-trick in Watford’s first ever win at Goodison Park. King was given 11 substitute appearances to demonstrate his worth at Everton last season by Carlo Ancelotti – “He lied to me,” the Norway international said in the summer – but returned with a clinical, industrious display that illuminated Claudio Ranieri’s remarkable transformation of Watford. No wonder Rafael Benítez has called for improvement across the board. Andy Hunter 

9) Wigan’s loss is Leeds’ gain as Gelhardt comes of age
Leeds’ history means they know better than most that financial problems can lead to a fire sale. Joe Gelhardt was among those to leave Wigan last year, as the League One side struggled to pay their wages. David Marshall, made the saves to take Scotland to Euro 2020 and another, Kieffer Moore, scored Wales’ first goal in the tournament, but at least Wigan can reflect they were pivotal figures in a team that was only relegated because of a 12-point deduction. In Gelhardt, Alfie Devine and Jensen Weir, Wigan had three England youth internationals who were sold on the cheap when a capricious owner suddenly took them into administration. They may have 15 years to watch each excel elsewhere and wonder what might have been. Richard Jolly

10) Cornet looks well worth the brass for Burnley
Maxwel Cornet has had a busy couple of months. The winger was sent off in what proved his final appearance for Lyon before wrapping up a £13m move to Burnley, for whom he has scored three goals in three starts, two of which came in Saturday’s draw at Southampton. Providing he can stay fit, he looks a smart buy and a winless Burnley side are going to need him to fire if they are to steer clear of trouble. “He sees the picture early,” Dyche said. “It’s still early days. He’s still getting [used] to the true fitness and understanding.” Ben Fisher