A hattrick by Robin van Persie saved the day for Manchester United. against Southampton. Earlier, Arsenal defeated Liverpool thanks to goals by Lukas Podolski and Santi Cazorla.
Premier League Power Rankings, Week 3: Brendan Rodgers’ Grace Period Expires
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 02: Brendan Rodgers the manager of Liverpool looks on during the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield on September 2, 2012 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) Getty Images5. Everton (Average ranking - 5.13; Last week - 4.47): Everton were brought down to earth with a uncomfortable bump on Saturday, their 100% record brought to an end by and industrious and well organized West Brom team. They can have no complaints with the 2-0 result, as they were outplayed and tactically outmaneuvered by Baggies boss Steve Clarke. Still, six points from nine is a solid start and hopefully this loss will help to keep their feet on the ground going forward. (Thomas Mallows, Royal Blue Mersey)
13. Liverpool (Average ranking - 12.7; Last week - 10.07): There’s no shame in losing to Arsenal, but a 2-0 home loss is a bad result, and their finishing was embarrassing on the weekend. Without Lucas Leiva or a striker to bring off the bench, it’s hard to envision Liverpool passing the likes of Newcastle and Tottenham this season. They might even have some trouble getting by Everton. (Kevin McCauley)
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