Brighton brought Arsenal’s perfect start to the Premier League season to a screeching halt with a commanding 3-0 victory at the Amex Stadium.
Mikel Arteta’s side had won all seven matches across all competitions, but Fabian Hurzeler’s confident team broke down the Gunners’ defence.
Pascal Gross opened the scoring in the 31st minute with a strike off the post before Charalampos Kostoulas doubled the lead from the edge of the box before half-time.
Chema Andres capped off the rout on the hour mark, heading in a gross corner to hand Arsenal their heaviest defeat since April 2023.
Meanwhile, north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur remain winless and stuck in the relegation zone following a 3-2 home defeat to Aston Villa.
After early saves from Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki kept Spurs at bay, Johan Manzambi put the visitors ahead.

Nicolas Jackson and Emi Buendia then added two more to build a 3-0 lead before late consolation goals from Conor Gallagher and Jan Paul van Hecke softened the blow for Spurs.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi criticised his team’s defensive fragility, urging his leaders to step up after another disappointing performance.
Elsewhere in the Premier League, Newcastle United snapped newly promoted Hull City’s unbeaten streak with a 2-1 victory at St James’ Park, riding early goals from Joe Willock and Lewis Hall.
Everton moved up to fifth place after securing a 1-0 win against a 10-man Ipswich Town side, thanks to a goal from Thierno Barry.
Manchester City now have an opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the table as they prepare to face Sunderland, while Manchester United visit Fulham.
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