Looking at all of Europe's top flights in which at least six and no more than 13 rounds of matches have taken place, the Giallorossi are leading the way along with Greek champions Olympiakos. Both sides have conceded just one goal in their first seven league games this season, while they have each put 20 in the opposition net - quite a marker for their respective domestic rivals.
Mauricio Pochettino's Southampton are the pick of the Premier League, having conceded just three in their first seven games. Much is owed to the form of goalkeeper Artur Boruc, who has begun the season in excellent form, while youngsters Nathaniel Clyne and Luke Shaw continue to impress alongside the more experienced Dejan Lovren.
Bayern Munich left the continent in their wake last season, and their defensive excellence has continued this campaign, with just three goals shipped in their Bundesliga title defence so far. Given the long-term absence of Holger Badstuber in the Bayern back four, as well as the need to move Philipp Lahm into midfield to compensate for Javi Martinez's injury, such a record is particularly commendable, and the praise currently being aimed at Dante and Rafinha in particular is more than merited.
