Arsenal's unbeaten run was halted at the Amex Stadium as Brighton delivered a 3‑0 victory. The win lifts Brighton to third place and drops the defending champions behind Manchester City in the Premier League table.
Brighton secured a commanding 3‑0 win over Arsenal at the Amex Stadium on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Pascal Gross opened the scoring in the 31st minute, followed by Charalampos Kostoulas doubling the lead on the stroke of half‑time. A third goal came from 21‑year‑old summer signing Chema Andres, who headed home from a corner just before the hour mark (NBC Sports).
The defeat ends Arsenal’s flawless start to the season – they had won their first seven league matches – and sees them fall to second place with 12 points. Brighton move to third with 11 points, while Manchester City, sitting on 12 points and a superior goal‑difference, remain top and will host Sunderland on Sunday (NBC Sports).
Manager Mikel Arteta acknowledged the disappointment, noting that Arsenal were “hit early and often” by an inspired Brighton side (NBC Sports). The Gunners struggled to create clear chances, with key moments including a denied Havertz effort and a late save by Brighton keeper Robert Sánchez.
Brighton’s performance builds on recent form, including a dramatic Carabao Cup comeback win over Manchester United. The Seagulls now sit just two points behind the champions, positioning themselves as serious contenders as the league heads into its first international break (INkl).