3 things we learned in the Premier League this weekend

As we wait for Monday's meeting between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley, we take a look back at what happened elsewhere in the English top flight this weekend.

Toure returns from obscurity to rob Palace

Much of Manchester City's players were spread across the globe over the past couple of weeks representing their respective countries, so maybe Yaya Toure took that opportunity to wine and dine his manager Pep Guardiola.

The Ivorian's increasingly sloven outings over the past couple of years weren't appropriate for the Spanish tactician's philosophy, but the war of words with Toure's agent Dimitri Seluk - he said, among many media-hungry monologues, that Guardiola treats players like dogs - all but called an abrupt end to his City days.

That was until Ilkay Gundogan being rested was followed by the 33-year-old being ushered back into the starting XI. And what a return it was for Yaya.

A deflected wallop and tap-in when a low Kevin De Bruyne corner froze the Crystal Palace defence and caught out an uncovered near post were enough for a weary City to claim a 2-1 win at Selhurst Park on Saturday.

The pace from three seasons ago isn't there, but - in his single-minded hunt for a hat trick - his harassing of Palace players was reminiscent of those days when he was capable of winning games for City by himself.

Related: Toure returns to City lineup after 3-month hiatus, scores brace in win

Giroud nicks undeserved point for Arsenal

An unfamiliar assured showing by Marcos Rojo was tarnished when he was caught too deep and, as a result, was nowhere near challenging Olivier Giroud when he rose to nod in a late equaliser. He was the tallest player in Jose Mourinho's back four, so should've been mindful of the free-scoring, furry-faced Frenchman.

Saturday's 1-1 draw was a missed opportunity for Manchester United. Ander Herrera was influential, turning in tight quarters to lose Arsenal players and often choosing the right pass. His vision to spot his compatriot Juan Mata for United's goal was superb.

Jose Mourinho's tactics were much better, too: Michael Carrick safeguarded the back four well, allowing Paul Pogba and Mata to exert more attacking influence on proceedings.

Related: 3 takeaways from Arsenal's stolen point at United

United's the "unluckiest team in the Premier League," Mourinho moaned post-match.

Defoe, Anichebe forging a strikeforce of old

Jermain Defoe and Victor Anichebe are forming a traditional little-and-large strike partnership for Sunderland, scoring all five goals over the past two matches to record a vital six points on Wearside.

Anichebe's ability to hustle and barge has brought a welcome bite to David Moyes' ranks and Defoe, who scored his 150th Premier League goal in Saturday's 3-0 trumping of Hull City, has pace and agility which belies his 34 years.

It was a win that had the energy and enthusiasm of youth in the midfield - Jason Denayer, Paddy McNair, Duncan Watmore, and Didier Ndong are all aged 22 or under - and additionally between the sticks, as young goalkeeper Jordan Pickford was unimpeachable once again.

Around the grounds

West Ham United fell to pieces in the closing stages at White Hart Lane. 2-1 up, and with Winston Reid and Michail Antonio impressing, the Hammers then allowed Tottenham Hotspur to storm back to win via a Harry Kane tap-in and penalty. Harry Winks put in a mature showing for Spurs on his full debut, always making himself available for his teammates, nudging 67 passes, and scoring an opportunistic effort.

Watford recovered from its 6-1 loss in Liverpool last time out to beat champion Leicester City by a 2-1 scoreline. Roberto Pereyra is quickly finding some rhythm in first-team football again after years of vying for attention at Juventus, scoring the winner to rehash his early-season form.

Elsewhere:

• Everton 1-1 Swansea City
• Middlesbrough 0- 1 Chelsea
• Southampton 0-0 Liverpool
• Stoke City 0-1 Bournemouth

Monday: West Bromwich Albion vs. Burnley

West Bromwich Albion hosting Burnley isn't exactly going to pack out the pubs across England, but a win for either side would take it into the top half of the table. Both clubs enter the test on the back of wins and on the back of the matches that have included three or more goals over the past 10 years.