Elanga and Wissa, Newcastle's two new signings under Jaissle

Newcastle secured their first victory of the season with a 2-0 win over Tottenham. Anthony Elanga scored his second goal of the campaign, while Yoane Wissa netted his first. Under the guidance of Matthias Jaissle, the duo, signed for £110 million last summer, finally appear to be finding their feet. "With Elanga and Wissa, it’s as if we’ve got two new players!" Jamie Carragher reacted on Sky Sports. Nico González, making his first start, provided the assist for Elanga’s opening goal.

Newcastle supporters left the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium singing ironically about Europe. Their new manager has instilled a sense of freedom and cohesion that could propel the Magpies toward European places. Despite a challenging transfer window, Jaissle has restored confidence in his squad, with players like Elanga and Wissa leading the charge.

Rayan Cherki, Manchester City’s new playmaker

Manchester City crushed Crystal Palace 4-1, with Rayan Cherki contributing two goals and two assists in just two matches this season (Source: Sky Sports Football). The 21-year-old Frenchman has confirmed his status as the new prodigy, pushing Phil Foden into a supporting role. Against the Eagles, he first dribbled past several defenders before finishing with a long-range left-footed strike. "Kevin De Bruyne has passed the torch to Cherki," Carragher noted. Bruno Fernandes, the Premier League’s assist leader, even praised the Lyon academy product’s potential during the PFA Awards this week. With such an impactful start, Cherki could soon overtake Fernandes in the assists race. His boldness and skill already make him one of the most exciting players in the league. Manchester City, missing their historic playmaker, appears to have found a worthy successor in the former Lyon star.

Gakpo in the crosshairs, Scott in the spotlight

Cody Gakpo is attracting interest from Tottenham and Manchester City just hours before the transfer window closes (Source: Sky Sports Football). Yet the Dutchman continues to shine at Liverpool, despite a somewhat underwhelming start to the season for the Reds. Against Nottingham Forest, he provided an assist to Alexander Isak and was one of the few players to pose a real threat. His versatility, capable of playing on either flank, is winning over scouts. "His impact could convince admirers to make an offer," reckons Peter Smith. Meanwhile, at the other end of the table, Alex Scott is emerging as one of Bournemouth’s most promising talents. The 23-year-old midfielder was decisive in the win over Everton, scoring a goal and dominating the midfield with 85 touches, 15 defensive contributions, and 11 passes into the opposition’s box. His contract runs until 2026, and Marco Rose has insisted he won’t be sold, despite interest from Manchester City and Chelsea. "He’s 120% with us," Rose declared before adding: "If he keeps this up, big clubs will soon be knocking on the door." Bournemouth hopes to enjoy his rise a while longer, but Scott’s talent could well propel him toward a more prestigious career.

Hull, the surprise revelation among the promoted sides

While Coventry was tipped as one of the favorites among the newly promoted teams, it’s Hull City who are making the headlines (Source: Sky Sports Football). The Tigers, promoted via the playoffs, have won their first two matches, beating Manchester United and Coventry, with six points from six games. Their 1-0 victory over the Sky Blues was marked by intelligent pressing and ruthless efficiency. Liam Millar was the man of the match, capitalizing on a defensive error to score the decisive goal. "These are the games that really matter at the end of the season," reminded Oli McBurnie. Despite chants from supporters hinting at an early title, Hull’s players remain cautious. "It’s still early to talk about a title," tempered Jakirovic. But with two wins from two games, Nigel Adkins’ men have already made their mark and proved they intend to be among the surprises of this season.