10 key points of the Premier League and FA Cup weekend

Fewer matches maybe, but the topics of discussion certainly did not miss this weekend.

From another late Liverpool series to a staggering recovery of Watford, you could not turn a blind eye to the action.

On Saturday, only three Premier League matches were held, but we got into fashion with a hectic evening in Southampton on Friday, as Liverpool once again showed their talent.

Even some clubs that did not play had a good weekend.

The fans of Manchester United would have loved the events at Goodison Park, while Arsenal, the main opponent of the club, was unleashed. Now, Stamford Bridge is in the spotlight as West Ham tries to throw a key for Chelsea – their fans would love nothing better!

Here are the main points of discussion of the last days …

1. The wonders of Watford

When Marco Silva left the club under a cloud, the Hornets fans wondered what it was all about.

The manager they trusted had suddenly become detached, but they did not know what was happening around the corner.

An FA Cup final and a potentially record Premier League finish might be on the horizon. The only concern is that Javi Gracia is now tied to a high level position.

2. Arsenal looking for long legs

Just when we thought they had succeeded, they embarked on a performance like that.

Statistics do not lie – they were lucky that Everton did not have his shooting boots. Arsenal just looked tired.

The problems of absentee will not disappear and they can not rely solely on their fitness at home to rank among the top four.

3. Wolves have work to do

There is little doubt that the first season was fantastic in the Premier League for the Wolves.

But playing probably the best football fans ever seen will not comfort those who come back from Wembley.

Defensively, they must be stronger and more difficult to score.

4. Newcastle needed a confrontation with reality

It seemed like Toon's army was rushing in the summer sun.

But Crystal Palace has awakened the club a little and revealed its lack of technology at times.

It's now three winless and Rafa Benitez still has a contract to play!

5. Pep will take risks

One could say that even without their big strikers, Manchester City was still too demanding for Brighton.

Pep Guardiola made seven changes, including Raheem Sterling and Sergio Aguero.

It could have turned against him and the manager has full confidence in his team.

6. Good weekend for Man United

Maybe not with rivals Liverpool and Man City who won again, but it was for their first four hopes.

Arsenal's bad performance at Everton would have left fans aware that there is nothing to fear from the Gunners.

Now it's time to get back on track – starting with Barcelona's small business on Wednesday.

7. It's dark for Cardiff

You would need a heart of stone to not have a little sympathy for Neil Warnock.

Not only defeated by an badistant whose spirit was not at the rendezvous of Chelsea, but his great rivals relegation far from home.

Burnle's victory in Bournemouth makes things very difficult for the Bluebirds. They need the saints to slip.

8. Liverpool looks good

Well, they were late. Again.

In Southampton, they won. Are we considering a battle of character against clbad?

Do not underestimate the key moment that the goal could play in Mo Salah's season.

9. Brighton should be proud

At first glance, it was a difficult year for Brighton, but they have progressed – although it may not be quite clear to some.

They avoided a real fight and their fans outnumbered Manchester City in Wembley.

Of course, there would be no final appearance in the FA Cup, but there is no reason to be discouraged.

10. The pleasure of Dyche

Suddenly, everything seems to become Turf Moor. Was it only last month that they had serious relegation problems?

You can hardly forget that now, a beautiful 3-1 win at AFC Bournemouth takes them eight points over the fall zone.

Sean Dyche said his team would stay in place and confidence was well placed.