Chelsea and Manchester United kicked off Matchweek 9 of the 2026/27 Premier League season. Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea secured a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.
Liverpool then suffered a 1-0 defeat to Arsenal at Anfield. The result ended the Reds’ long wait for a home league defeat against the Gunners.
Arsenal end 14-year wait
Kai Havertz scored the only goal after just 16 minutes.
Declan Rice sent a low cross into the box. Havertz met it and finished well to give Arsenal the lead.
Liverpool pushed for an equaliser after the break. Florian Wirtz came close when his free-kick hit the crossbar.
Alexis Mac Allister also had a chance. However, his header went over the bar.
Liverpool also appealed for a penalty in the first half. Jurrien Timber appeared to pull Alexander Isak’s shirt inside the box. However, the officials waved play on.
Arsenal held on to secure a valuable away win. The result leaves Liverpool fifth in the Premier League table. They sit nine points behind leaders Arsenal.
The Gunners have also opened a three-point gap over Manchester City.
Chelsea win, Man City lose
Elsewhere, Chelsea continued their strong start under Alonso with victory over Man United at Stamford Bridge.
Morgan Rogers opened the scoring five minutes into the second half before Cole Palmer converted a penalty in the 64th minute.
Man United defender Lisandro Martínez was also sent off following a second yellow card.
Man City suffered their own setback after losing 1-0 to Brighton, with the Seagulls moving up to third in the table.
Bournemouth and Brentford both secured 2-0 wins over Leeds United and Nottingham Forest, respectively, while Tottenham beat Crystal Palace by the same scoreline.
Coventry City claimed a 3-1 victory over Sunderland, Hull City and Ipswich Town shared the points in a 2-2 draw and Aston Villa were held to a 1-1 draw by Fulham.
St James’ Park will host the final game of the round when Newcastle United take on Everton at 20:00 GMT on Monday, November 2.
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