According to AFP Sport, Arsenal underlined their Premier League title credentials with a 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium, ending Xabi Alonso’s winning start and keeping pace with Manchester City at the top of the table.
Arsenal Test Exposes Chelsea Defenses Under Alonso
Chelsea arrived at the Emirates Stadium feted as a serious threat to Arsenal’s hopes of retaining the title, according to AFP Sport. Over the following 90 minutes, Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso learned the difference between pretenders and genuine contenders.
However, Arsenal proved a far tougher proposition than Chelsea’s first three opponents.
Did you know? Alexander Isak’s three Premier League goals this season already match his tally from an injury-disrupted first campaign at Liverpool, according to AFP Sport reporting.
Isak Finds New Life at Liverpool Under Iraola
Alexander Isak scored twice in Liverpool’s win at Ipswich, matching his output from a difficult previous campaign.
An Isak double inside the first 10 minutes at Ipswich secured a first win of the Iraola reign. “I don’t think the quality is anything that we doubt,” said Liverpool captain Virgil Van Dijk, in quotes reported by AFP Sport.
Manchester United Left Exposed After Transfer Window Silence
Manchester United are already five points back from the leaders after they twice blew their lead to draw 2-2 at Everton. Yet the Toffees still found a way to breach the Manchester United defence twice.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles’s spectacular strike rescued a draw for Moyes’s men with virtually the last kick of the game, though it was little more than Everton deserved. Excellent finishes from Bryan Mbeumo and substitute Benjamin Sesko, alongside another encouraging performance from Marcus Rashford, displayed United’s strength going forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the Premier League early standings?
According to AFP Sport, Arsenal and Manchester City have established themselves at the top of the table, with Arsenal maintaining a 100 percent start after defeating Chelsea.
How has Alexander Isak performed for Liverpool this season?
Isak has already scored three Premier League goals, matching his tally from his previous injury-disrupted campaign following his £125 million move from Newcastle, as reported by AFP Sport.
Why are questions being raised about Manchester United’s defense?
AFP Sport reports that United are already five points off the pace after twice blowing a lead against Everton, exposing defensive frailties following a transfer window that saw no defensive reinforcements added for Michael Carrick’s squad.
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