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Brighton thrash Arsenal 3-0
Brighton beats Arsenal 3-0 as Tottenham stay winless.
In brief
Brighton beats Arsenal 3-0 as Tottenham stay winless. Brighton defeated Arsenal 3-0 in the Premier League, ending Arsenal's perfect start to their title defense, while Tottenham remain winless after a 3-2 loss to Aston Villa. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Arsenal's 3-0 loss
Arsenal suffered a 3-0 defeat to Brighton in the Premier League, ending their flawless start to the title defense.
“brighton deserved to win the game. we didn’t do the basics right for long periods”
Brighton's goals
Pascal Gross, Charalampos Kostoulas, and Chema Andres scored for Brighton in the 3-0 win over Arsenal.
“it was a special win. not only because we played the best team in england but because of the performance”
Arteta's reaction
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta called the loss a 'big lesson' for the team.
“it’s a big lesson for us to learn. how the team has played and competed in the last six or seven weeks has been exceptional, but today has been a big lesson”
Tottenham's loss
Tottenham lost 3-2 to Aston Villa, remaining winless and in the relegation zone.
“we played well in the first half, we didn’t score, but (we are) too fragile”
Spurs' fragility
Tottenham's defense was too fragile, risking a bottom finish if Fulham avoids defeat.
“the moment when we have to defend, we have to defend compact. the leaders have to be leaders and to lead the team”
Brighton's confidence
Brighton entered the match confident after beating Manchester United 2-0 in the League Cup.
“i am really proud of my team”
Here's the gist
Brighton defeated Arsenal 3-0 in the Premier League, ending Arsenal's perfect start to their title defense, while Tottenham remain winless after a 3-2 loss to Aston Villa.
