Battle of the bosses: How did Jose Mourinho, Jurgen Klopp, Antonio Conte & co rate on the first weekend of the Premier League season?

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The first full weekend of the Premier League underlined why this is being billed as the year of the Galatctico managers. From Jurgen Klopp giving goalscorer Sadio Mane a piggyback ride to Antonio Conte jumping into the crowd at Stamford Bridge, you couldn't take your eyes out of the technical area.

Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola made the big decisions you'd expect of the world's best, while for Arsene Wenger it was a familiar story after 20 years.

Sportsmail looks at how all the leading managers fared in various aspects of their performance. 

Jurgen Klopp and Arsene Wenger went head-to-head in the opening weekend of the season

ANTONIO CONTE (Chelsea 2-1 West Ham)

Tactics: The Italian is renowned for playing 4-2-4 or with wing-backs but adapted to 4-3-3 with Oscar chosen ahead of Cesc Fabregas in the engine room. Also, with Eden Hazard and Willian – neither natural wingers – either side of centre-forward Diego Costa, there was a need for the full-backs to provide width, which left-back Cesar Azpilucueta did particularly well.  

Touchline antics: Diego Simeone and Jurgen Klopp rolled into one. Raged and hollered his way through the first 89 minutes and then celebrated Diego Costa's late winning goal by running towards the fans and giving out spontaneous bearhugs. Looked like an Italian manager should, sharp suit with slimline black tie. Everything he did was intense, and that was mirrored by the team's performance. 

Antonio Conte leapt into the crowd after Diego Costa netted a late winner for Chelsea

Fan reaction: Already a cult hero at Stamford Bridge judging by social media reaction. Not only has he got Eden Hazard to say the team are playing like 'tigers', his emotional approach to the game has played well with the supporters who felt bereft for much of last season after Jose Mourinho left. His charisma and piercing eyes will make him one of the must-watch personalities of the season.

What they said: A lot of the post-match discussion centred around Costa, who was already booked when he caught West Ham goalkeeper Adrian. He escaped a second yellow and ended up scoring the winner. 'I saw Costa put pressure on the goalkeeper and then try to stop. In my opinion the referee made the right decision,' said Conte. Costa had questioned in Chelsea's future this summer, having the manager back him like that will go some way to making sure he's onside with the Conte project this season. 

Rating: 7/10. The players kept going for their new manager and got their rewards 

Chelsea boss Conte celebrates beating West Ham with club captain John Terry

JOSE MOURINHO (Bournemouth 1-3 Manchester United)

Tactics: Has said he will play two systems this season; 4-2-3-1 and 4-3-3. Without the suspended Paul Pogba, he opted for 4-2-3-1 with holders Ander Herrera and Marouane Fellaini helping to snuff out Bournemouth in the early stages before Juan Mata scored and United expressed themselves. Winning football first, and entertainment second. 

Touchline antics: Made a point from his very first pre-season friendly that he won't be staying in his seat scribbling notes like Louis van Gaal. Stayed up close and personal but didn't express too much emotion apart from showing clear delight when Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored his debut goal. After his Chelsea experience last season, Mourinho will be on best behaviour for the time being, the question is how long it will last? 

Jose Mourinho (right) celebrates as Zlatan Ibrahimovic nets his first Manchester United goal

Fan reaction: United fans have turned 180 degrees on their view of Mourinho having won only one trophy in three seasons post-Sir Alex Ferguson. Instead of being derided for dull football, the former Chelsea manager had his name chanted by United fans alongside that of Eric Cantona. The signing of Ibrahimovic has been a masterstroke, he is the type of maverick star United supporters love and Mourinho delivered him. Once ahead, there was enough panache about United's play to represent the club's traditions. 

What they said: No need for any verbal hand grenades after a comfortable win, Mourinho used the word 'control' to describe his team's performance – the favourite phrase of Ferguson's. 'We were aggressive, objective in the way we were trying to kill the game. We took control and were comfortable as the game reached minute 94.' 

Rating: 7/10. Three points with Paul Pogba to come 

Mourinho gives instructions to his players after they move 3-0 up at Bournemouth

PEP GUARDIOLA (Manchester City 2-1 Sunderland)

Tactics: Pep will bring his methods to English football rather the other way round. Full-backs Bacary Sagna and Gael Clichy were pushed farther forward than we've seen in the Premier League. Willy Caballero was selected ahead of Joe Hart because he's a better footballer rather than shot-stopper. Debutant John Stones was encouraged to pass, pass, pass. 

Touchline antics: Immaculately turned out in a snappy two-piece suit and trademark V-neck jumper, Guardiola was ever-present in his technical area, cajoling and gesticulating to his players at all times. Even managed to look cool when Sunderland equalised, nonchalantly taking a swig of his water as if he knew City would go onto win. 

Pep Guardiola gestures to his team during their 2-1 win against Sunderland on Saturday

Fan reaction: Made a big call by dropping Hart, something that hasn't gone down well with a section of City fans who view the goalkeeper as the soul of the dressing-room alongside Vincent Kompany and Pablo Zabaleta. But Guardiola will be given time by City's supporters, they have chased him for three years. 

What they said: Guardiola preferred to talk systems rather than personalities, declaring himself happy with the players even though they could have created more chances. He was more revealing on leaving Hart on the bench and Yaya Toure out of the 18-man squad altogether. 'I am not afraid to make big decisions.' 

Rating: 6/10. Saved by Paddy McNair's late own goal. 

Kevin de Bruyne receives some tactical advice from City boss Guardiola against Sunderland

JURGEN KLOPP (Arsenal 3-4 Liverpool)

Tactics: Opted for a false No 9 in Robert Firmino with Daniel Sturridge injured and Christian Benteke and Mario Balotelli for sale. It worked, particularly in the second half, because of the fantastic movement around him with Sadio Mane, two-goal Philippe Coutinho and Adam Lallana. But couldn't get going for 45 minutes. 

Touchline antics: Klopp is one of the new generation of super-pumped up managers. Can't keep still, lost his glasses twice and giving Mane a piggyback ride to celebrate Liverpool's fourth goal was pure theatre. Don't expect to see Jose Mourinho being able to do that for Zlatan Ibrahimovic! Klopp's exuberance nearly backfired with Arsenal coming back from 4-1 down to 4-3.

Jurgen Klopp was typically animated on the sidelines as Liverpool defeated Arsenal 4-3

Fan reaction: Has the charisma and personality to be the natural successor to Shankly, Dalglish and Benitez and true Kop icons. Even the song 'Jurgen Klopp, la la la' has a kind of anarchic feel that suits the manager. With no European football, Liverpool fans will feel they can be the dark horses in this season's title race as they were in the Luis Suarez season 2013/14 

What they said: Didn't gloss over the fact that Liverpool were rocky at the back though he highlighted group deficiencies rather than left-back Alberto Moreno who took the blame on social media. 'It showed we can score goals. We can always score goals, and we can defend much better - that's what we have to do,' he said. Apologised for over-celebrating at 4-1. 

Rating: 8/10. Important win as first three games are away from Anfield 

Klopp was mobbed by the Liverpool players as his side moved 4-1 up against Arsenal

ARSENE WENGER (Arsenal 3-4 Liverpool)

Tactics: Obliterated by injuries and Euro 2016 fatigue, Wenger played Alexis Sanchez up top but missed his energy playing between the lines. Every decision Wenger made seemed to backfire. He rested his Euro 2016 players – opting for rookie defenders Calum Chambers and Rob Holding ahead of Laurent Koscielny – yet played Aaron Ramsey, who then pulled a hamstring. Why £35million signing Granit Xhaka didn't start is a mystery. 

Touchline antics: Irritable and agitated as Arsenal's 1-0 lead was lost by Coutinho's free-kick on the stroke of half-time followed by a dramatic second-half collapse. The chemistry between Wenger and his assistant Steve Bould doesn't feel like one that provides answers, they spent a lot of time sitting glum and bemused. His mood can't be helped though by the atmosphere at The Emirates which is ready to turn on the team and manager at any moment. 

Arsene Wenger tries desperately to get a reaction from his Arsenal players on Sunday

Fan reaction: Instead of looking forward to the manager's upcoming 20th anniversary, there is outright hostility to Wenger from large sections of the crowd. The boos were never louder when Arsenal relied on a Petr Cech save to stop going 4-1 down. In fact, they did soon after and if Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain hadn't hit back with a goal almost immediately, the atmosphere could have turned nasty. 

What they said: Wenger's experience helped him not to go overboard. Last season, they lost 2-0 at home to West Ham on the opening day and still finished second. 'We were not ready physically and paid for a lack of experience,' he said. Has the spine of the team to come back – Koscielny, Xhaka, Ozil and Giroud. He'll need them to hit the ground running to avoid fans' mutiny. 

Rating: 4/10. Nightmare opening leaves Arsenal playing catch-up - again. 

Wenger's side got the score back to 4-3 but were eventually beaten by Liverpool

MAURICIO POCHETTINO (Everton 1-1 Tottenham)

Tactics: Summer signing Victor Wanyama was thrown straight in for his debut as a specialist defensive midfielder, allowing Tottenham's front five to concentrate on creating and scoring goals. The problem for Pochettino is his side rely so much on energy and Harry Kane and Dele Alli in particular still looked a bit weary from last season's incredible exertions for Spurs and England. Sub Vincent Janssen showed he might be able to help take the pressure off Kane as a front partner. 

Touchline antics: Started with a smile and embrace for Ronald Koeman, his successor at Southampton, but gradually got grumpier as Spurs struggled in the opening 45 minutes, his outstretched arm signal could have been for either the officials or his own players. Dressed in a navy blue jumper, Pochettino relaxed as his team improved and nearly snatched a win. 

Mauricio Pochettino's Tottenham side began the season with a 1-1 draw at Everton

Fan reaction:  Spurs supporters wouldn't swap Pochettino for any other manager in the Premier League, Guardiola and Mourinho included. Probably the most popular manager at White Hart Lane since Terry Venables, there is some concern that he over-works his players so they tire at the end of the season. However, goalscorer Erik Lamela is an example of how MoPo can improve players beyond recognition, the Argentine looked a lost cause before his compatriot arrived. 

What they said: The most important message from Pochettino was to reassure Spurs fans their star man Harry Kane will come good after another slow start to the season. Kane doesn't normally hit his strike until November and though he was denied a goal by Everton goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenberg, it wasn't a vintage performance from the centre-forward. 'Always you need time to assimilate but he is OK and is ready to compete. Only you need time to be in the best situation.' 

Rating: 6/10. A game of two halves and spirited fightback to earn a point.

Pochettino's side fell behind at Goodison Park on Saturday, but fought back for a point

CLAUDIO RANIERI (Hull 2-1 Leicester)

Tactics: Didn't solve the gap left by N'Golo Kante. Andy King was chosen as his replacement but he's a more attack-minded midfielder and didn't give debutant Luis Hernandez and Wes Morgan the same protection. Ahmed Musa started up top with Jamie Vardy, and while they offered plenty of pace, Vardy missed the workhorse Shinji Okazaki alongside him to take the physical load off him.

Touchline antics:  Stayed dignified as you'd expect after the worst start to Leicester's title defence you'd imagine. Didn't forget his manners and congratulated Hull's caretaker manager Mike Phelan after what was a sensational result for them. A gentleman, but you can be sure the Leicester players saw a different side to the Italian within the dressing-room walls. 

Claudio Ranieri's Leicester side were beaten 2-1 by Hull on the opening day of the season

Fan reaction: In one sense, Ranieri is bombproof. He could lose all 38 league games this season and The Foxes supporters would still revere him for last season's achievements. Having said that, expectations are higher now than 12 months ago and they'll be looking for a reaction against Arsenal on Saturday – a match they lost 5-2 in last season's corresponding fixture. 

What they said: Ranieri didn't try to hide. 'The effort was amazing but the players have to understand the team is more important than the individual. That is my philosophy.' The warning is clear for new signings like £16million striker Musa that they will have to adapt to the Leicester way, they're not going to change for him. 

Rating: 5/10. Looked good in flashes but losing to relegation favourites is a blow. 

Ranieri discusses tactics with Jamie Vardy as he tries to Leicester back into the game at Hull