The Premier League season kicks off this weekend with several intriguing fixtures. Thomas Frank takes charge of his first league match for Tottenham Hotspur as they host Burnley, while Arsenal travel to Old Trafford to face Manchester United.
Both managers face selection challenges due to injuries. Tottenham are without Udogie, Kulusevski, Maddison, and Dragusin, all sidelined with knee issues. Manchester United have Mazraoui as a fitness doubt and Martinez out with a knee problem. Manchester City are missing Gvardiol and Kovacic, while Chelsea have Badiashile, Lavia, and Colwill unavailable.
Referees for the opening fixtures include Michael Oliver for Tottenham vs Burnley, Jarred Gillett for another match, and Darren England for Manchester City's game. Simon Hooper is assigned to Brentford's match. The opening weekend promises to set the tone for the season ahead.
