Arsenal reclaimed top spot in the English Premier League (EPL) with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage.
Earlier in the day, Manchester City had temporarily gone top after a 2–0 win over Everton, thanks to a second-half brace from Erling Haaland.
However, Arsenal responded with a decisive performance as Leandro Trossard scored the only goal of the game just before the hour mark. The Gunners held on for all three points, opening a four-point gap over third-placed Liverpool, who host Manchester United tomorrow. This result ensures that Arsenal will remain top regardless of the outcome at Anfield.
In another major headline, Ange Postecoglou was sacked just 19 minutes after Chelsea secured a dominant 3–0 win over Nottingham Forest. The former Tottenham Hotspur boss had been in charge for just 39 days, having replaced Nuno Espírito Santo last month.
Chelsea took control early, with first-half goals from defender Josh Acheampong and winger Pedro Neto. Captain Reece James sealed the win six minutes from time. Despite Malo Gusto being sent off for a second bookable offence in the 87th minute, the Blues comfortably saw out the match.
At the American Express Community Stadium, Brighton edged Newcastle United 2–1, while Burnley defeated Leeds United 2–0 in a strong home performance.
Meanwhile, Jean-Philippe Mateta netted a hat-trick as Crystal Palace battled to a thrilling 3–3 draw with Bournemouth.
Sunderland continued Wolves’ poor run of form with a convincing 2–0 win at the Stadium of Light, further delaying the visitors’ search for their first win of the season.
