United's sale of turf cubes underlines how commercial logic still shapes the club's decisions.
The table shifts without VAR, but United, Forest and Haaland remain central to the early debate.
A look at six Premier League names who have fallen short in the opening weeks of 2026/27.
United’s five-point start mirrors a past low, but history suggests the campaign is far from defined yet.
City lead the early table, while Spurs, Bournemouth, Fulham and Palace have all started below last season.
Carragher says Iraola may soon have to decide on Wirtz after another low-impact Liverpool display.
Neville criticised United’s work rate after Fulham, while Carrick rejected claims about their energy.
A full Premier League Matchday 5 review before the season’s first international break arrived.
Opta’s latest simulations reshape the title, European and relegation races after City beat Sunderland.
United rescued a point at Fulham, but the performance and stats left fresh concerns before the break.
