"What we have learned is not only that Manchester United could beat Arsenal, but everybody can beat everybody in this Premier League. Maybe the whole quality of the league has gone up."
Southampton
Points 22
Sky Bet odds 125/1
For - A defence which is the envy of the Premier League with only five goals conceded in 11 games is coupled with a team which has embraced Mauricio Pochettino's high-energy pressing game with gusto. With three attacking players in the latest England squad, there are plenty of reasons to be cheerful in the stands at St Mary's.
Against - Even the most ardent Saints fan would admit that the depth of their squad does not measure up to big guns of the Premier League. The immediate fixtures after the international break will be a test, too, with a trip to Emirates Stadium immediately followed by a clash at Stamford Bridge, while Manchester City and Tottenham will arrive on the South Coast in December.
Chelsea
Points 21
Sky Bet odds 7/2
For - Jose Mourinho's return to Stamford Bridge has seen him take over a squad packed with creativity and quality in the playmaking department coupled with strength and resilience in defence, and sufficient depth in most positions. Mourinho, too, boasts a staggering record which has seen him collect at least one trophy in eight of the last nine seasons.
Against - Question marks remain over Chelsea's forward line, despite Fernando Torres showing flashes of his pre-£50million self in recent weeks and Samuel Eto'o is another whose reputation currently outweighs his contribution. Mourinho's willingness to loan out Romelu Lukaku remains baffling, given his top-flight contributions to West Brom and Everton.
Manchester United
Points 20
Sky Bet odds 9/2
For - Robin van Persie and Wayne Rooney demonstrated perfectly against Arsenal why the reigning champions cannot be written off, with the energy, drive and determination of the latter complemented by the former's finishing prowess. This squad finished last season 11 points clear of the chasing pack, the biggest winning margin since 2004/05 when Chelsea were 12 ahead.
Against - Life after Ferguson was always going to be tough, with Moyes on an incredibly steep learning curve with his every selection and interview scrutinised to the nth degree. A disappointing summer transfer window still rankles with solitary signing Marouane Fellaini not the creative midfield addition fans had hoped for.
Everton
Points 20
Sky Bet odds 125/1
For - The deadline day signings of Romelu Lukaku and Gareth Barry brought attacking vigour and midfield nous to Roberto Martinez's squad, while retaining the services of Leighton Baines was equally important to their defence. Everton swiftly embraced the passing and possession game favoured by the former Wigan boss and have suffered just one defeat - at Man City - so far.
Against - As with Southampton, Everton have some testing fixtures looming on the horizon, with the Merseyside derby at home to Liverpool immediately after the international break swiftly following by trips to Manchester United and Arsenal. Arouna Kone's absence through injury and Nikica Jelavic's lack of form leaves Martinez short on striking support for Lukaku.
Tottenham
Points 20
Sky Bet odds 28/1
For - A summer of investment to offset the loss of Gareth Bale has removed the 'one-man-team' tag levelled at Spurs last season and they are three points better off than at this stage last term. The second-best defence - and one of the best goalkeepers - in the league deserve huge credit, while their creativity cannot be questioned as Spurs lead the league in shots on target this season.
Against - An inability to convert those chances is threatening to cost Tottenham dearly, with their shot conversion rate an embarrassing league-worst of 5.73 per cent. Andre Villas-Boas continues to persist with Roberto Soldado, despite the £26million man having scored just once from open play in 11 games in the Premier League.
Manchester City
Points 19
Sky Bet odds 5/2
For - Manuel Pellegrini's men are untouchable on home turf, with 20 goals scored and only two conceded. In-form striker Sergio Aguero has been simply unplayable at times in a City squad brimming with attacking talent, while the club's progress in the UEFA Champions League has removed the pressure from their two remaining European matches this year.
Against - City's record away from the Etihad is utterly woeful, with Fulham having taken more points on their travels. Defeats to Sunderland, Cardiff and Aston Villa is not the form of champions, with City's huge reliance on captain and defensive lynchpin Vincent Kompany evident in the manner with which they have conceded a number of route-one goals this term.
