It is still early days in the race to avoid relegation from the Premier League but with Burnley facing Leeds, Sunderland hosting Wolves and Brentford travelling to West Ham, this weekend could prove to be pivotal.

Nine points separate Sunderland in ninth and Wolves at the bottom of the table - but momentum can quickly shift in the top flight.

Here, Sky Sports' writers look at why three points could be crucial for all six teams aiming to beat the drop following varied starts to the 2025/26 campaign...

Turf Moor can be the foundation Burnley build survival on

Scott Parker's Burnley side have shown their credentials to avoid relegation from the Premier League in flashes but their game against Leeds on Saturday afternoon falls into the category of games they have to take points from.

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