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Premier League questions: Who will win the Manchester derby? Will Perez and Mustafi start?

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 20:  Marcus Rashford of Manchester United celebrates as he scores their first goal during the Barclays Premier League match bet
Image: Who will be victorious in the first Manchester derby of the season?

The Premier League returns after the international break and there are some cracking matches to get you back into the swing of things this weekend.

There is the small matter of a Manchester derby as United and City go head-to-head on Saturday lunchtime, live on Sky Sports, before Liverpool host Premier League champions Leicester in the late game. 

Unbeaten Chelsea head to Swansea on Super Sunday before David Moyes faces his old Everton side for the first time since taking over at Sunderland on Monday Night Football

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This isn't forgetting the six 3pm games on Saturday that sees Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham in action with highlights of those games available in the Sky Sports Football Score Centre at 5.15pm. 

With all 20 teams in action this weekend, we take a look at 10 questions that could be answered...

Who will be victorious in the first Manchester derby of the season? (Manchester United v Manchester City - Saturday from 11.30am, Sky Sports 1 HD)

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Derby Day is coming on Sky Sports, with Manchester United taking on Manchester City and the Old Firm showdown

One of the biggest matches of the season explodes onto our screens this weekend, with so many storylines to be played out that it might as well be a TV soap.

It is being billed as the most expensive match-up ever with the first meeting on English soil between old foes Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola and, given their history, it could be the main event. 

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There's also very little to choose between the sides in the Premier League with both winning all three of their opening games, although City just edge to the top of the pile on goal difference. 

Meanwhile, City's star striker Sergio Aguero is suspended, while United's new front-man Zlatan Ibrahimovic has begun in fine form with four goals in four games. We are set for a thriller at Old Trafford.

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Will Chelsea make it a full house with a fourth consecutive win? (Swansea v Chelsea - Sunday from 3.30pm, Sky Sports 1 HD)

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It has been a good start for Antonio Conte at Chelsea, winning his opening three games of the Premier League season to put the Blues back in the mix at the top of the table. 

Chelsea have won their opening four fixtures in each of their four Premier League title-winning seasons, and have scored more goals against Swansea than any other side in the top flight.

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But they didn't manage to on their most recent trip to the Liberty Stadium - losing 1-0 in the same fixture last term - and while Swansea have won just one of their opening Premier League games, they are yet to lose three successive league games under Francesco Guidolin's management.

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Will David Moyes break his Everton duck with the Black Cats? (Sunderland v Everton - Monday from 7pm, Sky Sports 1 HD)

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Image: David Moyes was in charge of Everton for 427 Premier League games - the third longest spell of any manager in the Premier League era

Sunderland host Everton live on Monday Night Football, with Black Cats boss David Moyes searching for a victory over his former club. 

The Sunderland manager lost both games against the Toffees in his short tenure as Manchester United boss, with the game at Goodison Park turning out to be his last for the club.

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He is also searching for his first Premier League victory at the Stadium of Light - losing two and drawing one - but life for Ronald Koeman at Everton has started with an unbeaten run. 

The Dutchman has won his last two games after an opening day draw at Tottenham and could be the first Everton manager since Thomas McIntosh in 1919 to win his first two competitive away games in charge of the club.

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Could we see starts for Lucas Perez and Shkodran Mustafi? (Arsenal v Southampton - Saturday 3pm)

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Image: Arsenal's new signing Shkodran Mustafi could start against Southampton this weekend

After plenty of criticism of his transfer policy, Arsene Wenger made two late signings in the transfer window, meaning we could see the debuts of striker Lucas Perez and defender Shkodran Mustafi at the Emirates on Saturday.

The Gunners had been short on strikers and centre-backs as they once again struggle with injuries, with Calum Chambers - now on loan at Middlesbrough - and Rob Holding the best options in defence over the last few weeks.

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But the cavalry has arrived, and the former La Liga duo could be in line to face a Southampton side who are still hunting for their first Premier League win this season. 

The Saints have drawn two and lost one of their opening fixtures, but will have their own new face in Sofiane Boufal to help get their season back on track. 

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Will Jack Wilshere make his Bournemouth debut against the Baggies? (Bournemouth v West Brom - Saturday, 3pm)

In one of the stories of Deadline Day, Jack Wilshere made a last-minute move to Bournemouth on loan from Arsenal for the rest of the season and could make his Premier League debut for the club on Saturday. 

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Jack Wilshere made his debut for Bournemouth as they were beaten by AC Milan at the Vitality Stadium

He has already made his maiden first-team appearance for the club in a testimonial match for Warren Cummings on Saturday, but all eyes will be on his this weekend as he could make his first competitive start.

West Brom also have a few debutants under their hats, with Nacer Chadli making a permanent move from Tottenham while Wales striker Hal Robson-Kanu has signed as a free agent. 

Both sides could do with getting points on the board in one of the easier fixtures of their season, with plenty of new faces to assess at the Vitality Stadium. 

Which Keane brother will come out on top? (Burnley v Hull - Saturday, 3pm)

Burnley defender Michael Keane
Image: Burnley defender Michael Keane will take on twin brother Will on Saturday

There's a sibling rivalry brewing at Turf Moor as brothers Will and Michael Keane go head-to-head on Saturday afternoon. 

Defender Michael - who is one minute older than his twin brother - has been a stalwart in the Burnley back line since his permanent move from Manchester United in 2015, while striker Will moved to Hull in the latest transfer window, also from United. 

Keane sees his move to Hull as a fresh start (pic from @HullCity)
Image: Keane sees his move to Hull as a fresh start (pic from @HullCity)

The two have been on opposing sides before when the Clarets played Preston - where Will was on loan - in the Sky Bet Championship last season.

The Lillywhites were victorious against Burnley, winning 2-0 and Will netted to ruin a potential clean sheet for his defender brother Michael. But who will be the victor in the Keane household this weekend?

Will Crystal Palace break their hoodoo at the Riverside Stadium? (Middlesbrough v Crystal Palace - Saturday, 3pm)

Crystal Palace are on their travels for the second time this season, but they head to a stadium where they haven't won a league game since May 1994.

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The Eagles have lost on their last five league trips to Middlesbrough and are still looking for their first Premier League win this season, but will have the services of summer signings Christian Benteke, Loic Remy and Andros Townsend.

Boro, on the other hand, have taken well to life back in the Premier League and are unbeaten with five points from a possible nine. Boro will be hoping their impressive home form against Palace can continue on Saturday.

Will Harry Kane find his scoring touch? (Stoke v Tottenham - Saturday, 3pm)

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Image: Harry Kane has failed to score in the last five Premier League games

It has been a frustrating start to the campaign for last season's Golden Boot winner Harry Kane, now failing to score in the Premier League since the feisty 2-2 draw with Chelsea at the start of May five games ago.

Indeed, the striker's last goal in any game came during England's 2-1 friendly win over Turkey before Euro 2016 and was unable to find the net in France as the Three Lions crashed out to Iceland. 

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But Spurs have made an unbeaten start to the season, although not as goal-laden as they would like, while Stoke are still searching for their first victory. 

They've picked up just one point after an opening day draw against Middlesbrough, but new signings Wilfried Bony and Bruno Martins Indi are set for their Potters Premier League debuts this weekend and could make an impact for the hosts. 

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Will the return of Dimitri Payet get West Ham going? (West Ham v Watford - Saturday, 3pm)

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Image: Dimitri Payet could return to Premier League action for West Ham this weekend

West Ham have had a so-so start to the Premier League season and despite the grandeur of their new stadium, they haven't quite matched it with results although losses have come against tough opponents in Man City and Chelsea.

But Saturday's game at Watford is set to herald the return of French playmaker Dimitri Payet after injury to give their side an injection of creativity with fans hoping he can get the Hammers back to their best.

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The Hornets have made a poor start to the season, although they have faced similarly hard games against Arsenal and Chelsea, with last season's potent strike force of Troy Deeney and Odion Ighalo yet to find their form.

But Watford made plenty of summer acquisitions including Jerome Sinclair from Liverpool and Roberto Pereyra from Juventus who will be looking to make their mark this weekend.

Will Liverpool shore up their defence? (Liverpool v Leicester - Saturday, 5.30pm)

The Liverpool back-line continues to be a source of worry for Jurgen Klopp, and have yet to keep a clean sheet in the Premier League this season.

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Indeed, only Watford and Stoke have conceded as many goals as the Reds in the top flight - doing so six times - with James Milner continuing to play out of position at left-back. 

They will know the attacking threat the Premier League champions face, with Jamie Vardy netting both goals as Leicester out-foxed Klopp's men during a 2-0 win in February, and will need to keep the back door locked if they are to pick up their second win of the season this weekend. 

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