Premier League Matchday 9 Recap: Manchester United, Arsenal clinch crucial wins

The Premier League title race witnessed a dramatic shift as two of the early-season pacesetters suffered surprising setbacks. Arsenal and Manchester United solidified their position at the summit, grinding out vital victories against strong opposition.

Elsewhere, the top-four battle was blown wide open as an in-form Brentford secured a stunning win against Liverpool, leaving the Reds reeling from another unexpected defeat, while promoted Sunderland continued their excellent start to the season with a notable triumph over Chelsea. Meanwhile, Manchester United showed flashes of returning form with an emphatic home performance against Brighton, providing a crucial momentum boost as the table tightens.

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On Saturday, champions Liverpool suffered a fourth consecutive Premier League defeat.

Then on Sunday, Manchester City were beaten 1-0 at Villa Park.

The results leave Arsenal four points clear at the top of the table.

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Here’s what you missed in the English top flight’s Matchday 9:

Arsenal 1 – 0 Crystal Palace

League leaders Arsenal won a tight London derby at the Emirates. The only goal came just before half-time in the 39th minute when former Palace player Eberechi Eze scored a superb scissor-kick volley, following a clever set-piece routine. Arsenal secured another clean sheet to extend their lead at the top of the table.

Man Utd 4 – 2 Brighton

Manchester United put on a dominant attacking display at Old Trafford. Goals from Matheus Cunha (24′) and Casemiro (34′) gave United a comfortable lead. After the break, a Bryan Mbeumo double (61’, 90+7’), despite goals from Brighton’s Danny Welbeck (74′) and C. Kostoulas (90+2′), ensured the Red Devils continued their momentum with a home win.

Chelsea 1 – 2 Sunderland

Sunderland stunned Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. After an early goal for Chelsea from A. Garnacho in the 4th minute, Sunderland quickly equalised through W. Isidor (22’). The decisive moment came deep in stoppage time when C. Talbi headed home a stoppage-time winner, securing a huge upset for the visitors.

Brentford 3 – 2 Liverpool

Brentford condemned Liverpool to a fourth consecutive league defeat in a high-scoring contest. Goals from D. Ouattara (5′), K. Schade (45′), and a second-half penalty from I. Thiago (60′) proved enough for the Bees. Liverpool’s goals came from M. Kerkez (45+5′) and Mohamed Salah (89′), but they fell short in the dramatic late push.

Aston Villa 1 – 0 Man City

Aston Villa secured a huge victory over Manchester City at Villa Park. The winning goal came in the 19th minute from a fierce strike by full-back Matty Cash after a well-worked corner. Villa defended stoutly to secure their third straight home win against City and end Erling Haaland’s 12-game scoring streak.

Everton 0 – 3 Spurs

Tottenham put on a dominant display away at Everton. Defender Micky van de Ven scored a first-half brace (19’, 45’), both from Pedro Porro’s corners. Pape Matar Sarr added a third goal late on (89′), as Spurs cruised to a comfortable victory that moves them into the top three.

Newcastle 2 – 1 Fulham

Newcastle secured a narrow home victory at St. James’ Park. J. Murphy put the Magpies ahead in the 18th minute. Fulham drew level shortly after the break with a goal from S. Lukić (56′). The match was decided in the 90th minute when a late strike from Bruno Guimarães sealed all three points for Newcastle.

Leeds 2 – 1 West Ham

At Elland Road, Leeds raced into a two-goal lead early in the first half with strikes from Brenden Aaronson and Joe Rodon. Despite a late consolation goal from West Ham’s M. Fernandes in the 90th minute, Leeds held on to secure the victory, extending Nuno Espírito Santo’s winless start at West Ham.

Wolves 2 – 3 Burnley

Burnley secured an important away win in a closely fought match. Goals from Lyle Foster (90′) and a first-half brace from Flemming (14′, 30′) gave Burnley the edge. Wolves had equalized through a J. Larsen penalty (42′) and a M. Munetsi goal (45′) just before the break, but a late Foster strike sealed the win, leading to discontent among the home fans.

Bournemouth 2 – 0 Nottingham Forest

Bournemouth continued their strong start to the season with a solid home victory. The goals came in the first half from M. Tavernier (25’) and E. Kroupi (40’), as they secured a comfortable win that brought Forest and new manager Sean Dyche back down to earth.

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