English footballer and pundit at Ipswich Town
Arsenal has started the new campaign by extending their perfect run with a 1-0 win at Aston Villa, thanks to Bukayo Saka’s late decisive goal. Riccardo Calafiori and the defence have kept a clean sheet, while Villa’s new signings and unsettled lineup struggle to trouble the visitors.
Arsenal have beaten Chelsea in a London derby as Mikel Arteta’s side show resilience after a 2-1 win at the Emirates. Chelsea, despite strong attacking moments, are struggling defensively and still adjusting under Xabi Alonso. The result underscores a widening gap between the two clubs early in the season.
The Carabao Cup ties see Manchester City and Norwich facing each other after City, the holders, may rest stars. Fleetwood and Liverpool advance to round four, with further ties shaping the fourth-round draw. Everton and Newcastle, Fulham and Palace, and Bournemouth and Villa also progress, setting up a busy slate of matches.