Burnley Escapes Premier League's Bottom Three as Sunderland's Defence Shines
Burnley has climbed out of the Premier League's bottom three following a hard-fought victory over Leeds United. Meanwhile, Sunderland's defence has proven to be one of the league's strongest, while promoted clubs have made a significantly better start compared to last season.
Burnley's turnaround comes after a challenging start against top teams. Their win over Leeds United, coupled with other results, sees them now sitting outside the relegation zone with 7 points. Manager Vincent Kompany will be eager to build on this momentum at their next home match at Turf Moor.
Sunderland's defensive record is impressive, having conceded only 6 goals in 8 games, placing them joint third in the league. They've amassed 14 points, more than double the combined total of last season's promoted sides after the same number of games. Their only loss came against Manchester United, with upcoming fixtures against the 'Big Six' yet to come.
Leeds United, despite their wastefulness in front of goal, remain optimistic under manager Daniel Farke. They currently sit on 8 points, just behind Sunderland and ahead of Burnley. Defender Kyle Walker has highlighted the importance of home form for Burnley, with their next match at Turf Moor crucial for their season's trajectory.
Sunderland's strong defence and promising points tally lead the way for promoted clubs this season. Burnley's exit from the relegation zone and Leeds United's optimism set the stage for an intriguing second half of the Premier League campaign.