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Arteta fumes at 'unacceptable' penalty despite Arsenal win at Sunderland

Arsenal maintained their 100 percent start to the Premier League campaign with a 2-0 win at Sunderland thanks to goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka. However, manager Mikel Arteta was left furious with the match officials after David Raya was forced to pull off a vital penalty save following a highly contentious spot-kick award.

Sunderland v Arsenal FC - Premier League 2026/27

What a two-minute swing! Raya and Guimaraes heroics sink Sunderland

Arsenal maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a dramatic 2-0 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light. In a chaotic two-minute sequence, David Raya produced a stunning penalty save to deny the hosts before Bruno Guimaraes scored a magnificent long-range opener to silence his former rivals.

'I'll take it!' - Gabriel eager for another UCL final penalty chance

Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes has opened up about the emotional toll of his Champions League final penalty miss against Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian defender remains undeterred and insists he is ready to step up to the spot again should the opportunity arise.

York City v Sunderland - Pre-Season Friendly

Xhaka hails 'small Wenger' Le Bris before Arsenal clash

Granit Xhaka has offered the highest possible praise to Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris, sensationally comparing the Frenchman to legendary Arsenal icon Arsene Wenger. The Swiss midfielder, who enjoyed a trophy-laden career under some of Europe’s most elite tactical minds, believes his current boss possesses a unique quality that mirrors the greatest manager in Gunners history.

Real Madrid C.F. v FC Internazionale Milano - UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD1

'Can be a problem' - Why Arsenal 'dodged a bullet' by failing to sign Vini Jr

Arsenal icon Emmanuel Petit believes the Gunners may have actually done themselves a favour by failing to land Real Madrid sensation Vinicius Jr during the summer transfer window. Despite Mikel Arteta's clear desire to add a world-class attacking threat to his Premier League-winning squad, Petit suggests the Brazilian's temperament could have disrupted the harmony at the Emirates.

Arsenal monitor Paz as Real Madrid hold key

Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Como midfielder Nico Paz ahead of a potential move in January 2027 following his impressive performances in Serie A. However, former club Real Madrid retain total control over the Argentine's future thanks to an €80m buy-back clause.