Mikel Arteta could not hide his delight after watching Arsenal maintain their perfect start to the Premier League season with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over London rivals Chelsea. Despite falling behind in the opening minutes, the Gunners rallied to secure a win that keeps them level with Manchester City at the top of the table.
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice played a pivotal leadership role by calming his team-mates during a chaotic spell in their pulsating 2-1 Premier League victory over Chelsea. After a frantic start and a touchline eruption from Blues boss Xabi Alonso, Rice's timely intervention helped Arsenal regain composure and secure their third consecutive win.
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has admitted that his side are feeling the pain after suffering a narrow 2-1 defeat to London rivals Arsenal on Sunday. The Blues took an early lead at the Emirates Stadium but were ultimately undone by a spirited comeback from Mikel Arteta's side.
Ronald Koeman Jr. produced a first on Sunday afternoon. The 31-year-old goalkeeper became the first goalkeeper ever to score twice in an Eredivisie match, thanks to two converted penalties against SC Cambuur.
Arsenal maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a gritty 2-1 comeback victory over London rivals Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium. Despite falling behind to an early strike, Mikel Arteta's side demonstrated the tactical maturity and clinical finishing that has defined their recent title charges, securing three wins from their opening three matches.
Lamine Yamal scored two brilliant goals and Raphinha equalled a long-standing Lionel Messi goalscoring record as Barcelona secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Valencia on Sunday. The emphatic win means the Catalan side have opened up a crucial three-point gap at the top of the LaLiga table following Real Madrid's shock defeat against Real Betis on Friday.
Amakhosi hosted Siwelele at Dobsonville Stadium, looking to end their winless run having played draws against Mamelodi Sundowns and Richards Bay FC in their previous matches. The Soweto giants secured three points in a five-goal thriller.
Gianni Infantino is refusing to take a step back from his role as the most powerful man in world football, with FIFA confirming he will proceed with his re-election bid. The 56-year-old remains determined to lead the governing body for another four-year term, even as legal threats and internal revolts continue to mount against his leadership.
