Manchester City felt the absence of star midfielder Rodri as they drew 1-1 with Newcastle in a challenging Premier League match. Meanwhile, Cole Palmer delivered a stunning performance, scoring four goals in Chelsea’s 4-2 win over Brighton.
Manchester City’s Second Draw in a Row
City’s draw against Newcastle marked their second consecutive draw in the league. This draw allowed Arsenal to move level on points with them after their dramatic 4-2 victory against Leicester.
Rodri, sidelined for the rest of the season following knee surgery, left a big gap in City’s midfield. City took the lead with a goal from Josko Gvardiol, but Anthony Gordon’s second-half penalty equalized for Newcastle.
City’s coach Pep Guardiola emphasized Rodri’s importance. “Rodri is irreplaceable,” Guardiola said. Without him, City struggled to maintain their usual control, even though Rico Lewis and Mateo Kovacic tried to fill the midfield gap.
Guardiola admitted that City had chances to seal the win but praised Nick Pope, Newcastle’s goalkeeper, for his outstanding saves.
Arsenal Seizes Their Opportunity
At Emirates Stadium, Arsenal secured a dramatic 4-2 win against Leicester, moving level on points with City. Gabriel Martinelli scored the first goal for Arsenal, followed by a second from Leandro Trossard just before halftime.
Leicester fought back with a goal from James Justin and a powerful strike from Wilfred Ndidi. However, a late own goal from Ndidi in stoppage time gave Arsenal the lead again, and Kai Havertz finished the game with another goal.
Cole Palmer’s Incredible Four-Goal Performance
Cole Palmer stole the spotlight in Chelsea’s 4-2 win over Brighton. The young star made history by becoming the first player to score four goals in the first half of a Premier League match.
Brighton took an early lead with a goal from Georginio Rutter, but Palmer quickly responded. He scored his first goal in the 21st minute, equalizing for Chelsea. Shortly after, he calmly converted a penalty after Jadon Sancho was fouled in the box.
Palmer then scored a stunning free-kick to complete his hat-trick within just 10 minutes. Although Brighton’s Carlos Baleba pulled one goal back, Palmer was not done. In the 41st minute, he added his fourth goal, securing a memorable win for Chelsea.
West Ham Avoids Defeat
Elsewhere in the league, West Ham managed to avoid defeat with a 1-1 draw against Brentford. Brentford took the lead just 37 seconds into the match, making them the first Premier League team to score in the first minute in three consecutive games. However, Tomas Soucek scored the equalizer for West Ham in the 54th minute.
Everton Finds First League Win
Everton finally secured their first league win of the season with a 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. Dwight McNeil scored twice in the second half, giving Everton fans something to cheer about after a difficult start to the season. The win comes just days after a takeover led by American billionaire Dan Friedkin.
Fulham’s Narrow Victory Over Nottingham Forest
Fulham managed a narrow 1-0 win against Nottingham Forest, thanks to a penalty from Raul Jimenez in the 51st minute. The win provided much-needed points for Fulham as they aim to climb up the league table.
Liverpool’s Opportunity to Go Top
Later in the day, Liverpool had the chance to move to the top of the Premier League table with a win against Wolves in the late game.
Conclusion
The Premier League continues to surprise with dramatic matches and standout performances. Manchester City struggles without Rodri, while Cole Palmer’s incredible four-goal display shows Chelsea’s attacking strength. As the title race heats up, each match is crucial for teams like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City. Stay updated with the latest from IPL365.
