English Premier League

The decisive turning point came in the 23rd minute when Phil Foden was shown a straight red card for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes.

 Liverpool's momentum from their midweek Champions League win over Atletico Madrid failed to carry over into the Premier League, as Fulham held Andoni Iraola's side to a goalless draw at Anfield to claim their first point of the season.

Joao Pedro once again proved to be Chelsea's saving grace, scoring a vital second-half equaliser to rescue a 2-2 draw against a resilient Hull City side at Stamford Bridge, though the result did little to ease growing concerns over Xabi Alonso's defensive setup.

Seven matches were played across the day, with Crystal Palace producing the comeback of the afternoon at Fulham, Manchester City maintaining their 100 per cent start and Newcastle United rescuing a point from a difficult position against Bournemouth.

According to Sky Sports' latest transfer data, Premier League clubs also generated £2.17bn from player sales, leaving a combined net spend of £1.32bn.

Arsenal had to work for the victory, with both teams struggling to create clear opportunities during a cagey opening half. Villa came closest to breaking the deadlock when Emiliano Buendia's long-range effort struck the crossbar, while Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes and Saka also had attempts but failed to seriously trouble the home side's goalkeeper.

Bruno Fernandes produced the standout individual performance of Premier League Matchday 2, scoring a hat-trick and providing an assist as Manchester United came from behind to beat Ipswich Town 5-2 at Old Trafford.

Bruno Fernandes and Nico O'Reilly gave Manchester's two biggest clubs plenty to celebrate at the 2026 PFA Awards, with both players walking away as headline winners on a night that doubled as a showcase for the very best the Premier League has to offer.

Hull had spent nine years away from the Premier League, but there was little sign of uncertainty from the newly promoted side as they took advantage of Manchester United's defensive weaknesses to establish a two-goal lead before half-time.

Premier League referees are set to take a tougher approach to holding, pushing and grappling during corners and attacking set-pieces this season. Arsenal and Manchester United were among the league's most productive teams from set-pieces last season, making...