How the Premier League table can change this weekend | PL Table 

The highly-anticipated Premier League is gradually gathering pace and shaping up, with Matchday 4 heavily breathing down upon us.

As August comes to a fitting end in terms of the brand of football and entertainment produced by 20 teams, it's fair to say that the best 20 sides in England are about to dip their feet into a tidal wave that is sure to influence careers, make or break teams, trigger heart-wrenching as well as sensational moments and most importantly, enhance the modern version of this beautiful game.

As predicted by many, Liverpool and Manchester City have set the tone and although the latter dropped points against Tottenham in the second round of fixtures, they are expected to push Jurgen Klopp's troops to their maximum stretch.

The Reds, who broke their longest-ever sequence of PL victories in the 3-1 triumph over Arsenal, sit on top of the table with nine points. Pep Guardiola and co. meanwhile, have recorded seven points thus far from their three outings.

The Gunners, with two wins and one defeat, are pitted in third place with six points, with Brendan Rodgers' Leicester City completing the top four spots. As many as 10 teams in the division are on four points at present, including the likes of Manchester United, Spurs and the resurgent Chelsea.

Wolves, who continue to illustrate their grit, have registered a hat-trick of draws that sees them stationed on 15th place. However, they do remain as one of the four unbeaten sides. Watford, meanwhile, have uncharacteristically started the season slowly, as they are the only team to muster a point.

We could, however, expect them to leapfrog a few teams when they travel to St. James' Park to take on an erratic Newcastle unit.

As far as the champions are concerned, a reignited Brighton side under Graham Potter shouldn't be too big a hurdle considering how they dictate proceedings and enjoy home comforts. But, they may not be able to displace the Reds at the top of the table, as the European Champions may wreak havoc at Turf Moor against a defensively configured Burnley side.

Thus, Liverpool on top of the PL table, with Manchester City set to remain second. The Gunners may slip, as they host Tottenham in the mouth-watering North London derby.

As far as Manchester United are concerned, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and co. will be desperate to resume normal service when they make the trip to St. Mary's. Ralph Hasenhuttl's men may prove to be a bit of a problem, but a win there could see the Red Devils making a surge towards the top 4.

Moving on, Chelsea are one team tipped to break into the top half of the table for sure. They will lock horns with newcomers Sheffield United at Stamford Bridge, vying for a first home win of the season.

Elsewhere, the Eagles could make it two wins out of two when they host Aston Villa at Selhurst Park, provided the level of confidence they'd be carrying after the emphatic victory over Manchester United.

Leicester too, have a solid chance of strengthening their case, as they welcome an injury-struck Bournemouth side on Saturday. The game between Everton and Wolves could swing either way, but considering the 'optimism factor' heading into the international break, it'll be essential for both these teams to get some winning momentum under their belt.

The same goes with West Ham versus Norwich City, with both teams separated at the moment, by just the solitary point.