Excitement Builds Over Amorim's Anfield Debut & Liverpool's Late Wins!

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In The Briefing, The Athletic discusses three key questions from the weekend's Premier League matches.

Over the weekend, Arsenal defeated Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United won with a goal from Nick Woltemade, Aston Villa went four games without scoring, and West Ham suffered a home defeat by Tottenham Hotspur.

Manchester United had a lackluster performance against Manchester City, Liverpool secured a late victory, and the strategy of long throw-ins was highlighted.

Despite the statistics showing a close game, Manchester City outperformed Manchester United. Key players like Phil Foden and Erling Haaland stood out, while Manchester United struggled to make an impact.

Manchester United's performance was criticized, with only a few players receiving praise. The team's poor start to the season was highlighted, raising questions about the coach's future.

Liverpool's recent matches have shown mixed performances, with some viewing their wins as signs of strength while others see weaknesses. The team's ability to win matches even when not playing at their best was noted.

Liverpool's squad has potential, with new signings yet to fully integrate. The team's position at the top of the table was discussed, along with their upcoming challenges.

Brentford's use of long throw-ins in their recent matches has drawn attention, with other teams also focusing on set-piece strategies to score goals. The impact of these tactics on the game was analyzed.