Starting atop the summit, the Gunners will host Crystal Palace. The Eagles forced a draw at the Emirates last season and have started this campaign strong despite a lack of depth. However, they won't have "wingfielder" Eberechi Eze on their side as he made the move back to his boyhood club.

Traditional "Big 6" clubs have work to do, beginning with a clash between Tottenham and Chelsea in north London on Saturday. Tottenham is third on the table despite some shaky play, while the Blues are ninth -- despite being three points behind the Hotspurs. Chelsea is battling with injuries but cannot afford a loss.

There is a quick turnaround with the English Premier League this week, and Matchweek 14 gets going on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

This could be a classic swing weekend for the Premier League title race, as the first- and second-place teams clash with chasmic potential for the top of the table.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has criticised the club's Premier League schedule after midfielder Declan Rice and centre-back Cristhian Mosquera became the latest players to pick up injuries during Wednesday's 2-0 home win over Brentford.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has criticised the club’s Premier League schedule after midfielder Declan Rice and centre-back Cristhian Mosquera became the latest players to pick up injuries during Wednesday’s 2-0 home win over Brentford.