# Premier League trends, surprises + disappointments so far

An episode of [The Athletic FC Podcast](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1488521447), 2 Oct 2026, 37 min.

Audio: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6818be7d1d28d62313ac8ef3/e/6ab67230079b46c8190bb1c4/media.mp3

The Tactical Preview becomes the Tactical Review during the international break, as we look back at the first five weeks of Premier League action. Kate Mason is joined by Rob Green and Duncan Alexander to discuss the trends from the opening stages of the campaign; from expected points, to shot conversion. The panel also break down who has surprised and disappointed them, chatting Leeds and Everton's solid defences to Spurs' slow start. Host: Kate Mason Guests: Rob Green, Duncan Alexander Executive Producer: Adam Jones Producers: Mike Stavrou, Liam Warburton, Xavi Bird Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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