Matchweek 3 Round-up

Ipswich Town 0 - 2 Liverpool

Liverpool celebrated a convincing 2-0 victory against Ipswich Town on September 4, 2026, at Portman Road. Alexander Isak was the standout performer, scoring both goals within the first nine minutes, with Cody Gakpo assisting on both occasions. The early goals set the tone for the match, allowing Liverpool to control the game and maintain their lead with solid defensive play, marking a successful start for new coach Andoni Iraola.

Newcastle United 2 - 2 AFC Bournemouth

In an exciting clash on September 5, 2026, Newcastle United fought back from a 2-0 deficit to draw 2-2 with AFC Bournemouth at St. James' Park. Marcus Tavernier opened the scoring for Bournemouth, followed by an own goal from Newcastle’s Malick Thiaw. However, Newcastle responded quickly with goals from Harvey Barnes and a late equalizer from Jacob Ramsey, showcasing their resilience and determination to earn a point.

Nottingham Forest 0 - 0 Tottenham Hotspur

Nottingham Forest and Tottenham Hotspur shared the spoils in a frustrating goalless draw on September 5, 2026, at The City Ground. Both teams had their chances but were unable to score. The match was marked by a disallowed goal for Tottenham due to a foul, and both sides received multiple yellow cards, leaving them to reflect on missed opportunities as they seek to improve in the Premier League.

Fulham 2 - 3 Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace clinched a thrilling 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage on September 5, 2026. Fulham initially took the lead through Joshua King, but Crystal Palace responded with goals from Tyrick Mitchell and Ben Chilwell, who scored the decisive goal in the 77th minute. The match was a testament to both teams' attacking prowess, with Palace securing vital points in a competitive encounter.

Brighton 1 - 1 Leeds

Brighton & Hove Albion and Leeds United played to a 1-1 draw on September 5, 2026, at the American Express Stadium. Leeds took an early lead through Jayden Bogle, but Brighton equalized in the 71st minute with a goal from Luka Vušković. The match was intense, characterized by physical play and several yellow cards, ultimately leaving both teams with a point to reflect on.

Brentford 1 - 1 Sunderland

Brentford and Sunderland ended their match in a 1-1 draw on September 5, 2026, at the Gtech Community Stadium. Vitaly Janelt scored for Brentford, but Sunderland equalized late in the game through a penalty converted by Enzo Le Fée. Both teams displayed determination throughout the match, but ultimately had to settle for a shared point.

Manchester City 1 - 0 Coventry City

Manchester City secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Coventry City at the Etihad Stadium on September 5, 2026. The only goal of the match came from Erling Haaland in the 26th minute, showcasing his ability to deliver in crucial moments. Despite Coventry's efforts to equalize, City's defense held firm, allowing them to secure all three points and maintain their strong start to the season.

Hull City 0 - 0 Aston Villa

Aston Villa remained winless and goalless in the Premier League after a frustrating 0-0 draw against Hull City at MKM Stadium on September 5, 2026. Both teams struggled to find the net, with several yellow cards reflecting the match's physical nature. The draw leaves Villa still searching for their first goal and victory of the season, raising concerns about their attacking capabilities.

Everton 2 - 2 Manchester United

The match between Everton and Manchester United on September 6, 2026, ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with Everton scoring a last-minute equalizer. Manchester United initially took the lead through Bryan Mbeumo, but Everton's Tyrique George and Ainsley Maitland-Niles both scored to level the match after United briefly regained the lead with a goal from Benjamin Sesko. The dramatic finish showcased the competitive spirit of both teams.

Arsenal 2 - 1 Chelsea

Arsenal edged past Chelsea with a 2-1 victory at the Emirates Stadium on September 6, 2026. Chelsea's Morgan Rogers scored early, but Arsenal quickly responded with goals from Kai Havertz and Martin Ødegaard. Despite Chelsea's attempts to find an equalizer, Arsenal's defense held firm, allowing the Gunners to secure a crucial win and continue building momentum in their Premier League campaign.