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Arsenal struggles in loss to Brighton in the EPL

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:59 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Arsenal struggles in loss to Brighton in the EPL

Summary

Arsenal faced a disappointing defeat against Brighton in the Premier League on September 19. The Gunners had been unbeaten in the league with a strong defensive record but were overwhelmed by Brighton's performance. Key players Bruno Guimaraes, Declan Rice, and Martin Odegaard struggled to connect, contributing to Arsenal's poor showing. With just two shots on target, the team's attacking struggles were evident. Mikel Arteta will look to reset and regroup during the upcoming international break, as this loss highlights areas needing improvement.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal registers only two shots on target against Brighton
•Bruno Guimaraes starts but fails to impact the midfield
•Defensive lapses lead to three conceded goals for Arsenal
•Mikel Arteta faces pressure to address team performance
•Arsenal to regroup during the international break

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4:59 PMYahoo Sports — Analysis: Wake-up call for below-par Gunners

What they're saying

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Arsenal's season had been going perfectly until this heavy loss - against a side who beat them by the same margin at Emirates Stadium in 2023. The Gunners had conceded just one goal in the league this term during their impressive winning streak, but the performance against the Seagulls was far from the standards Mikel Arteta has demanded from his side. Bruno Guimaraes was given his first league start, but the Brazilian failed to click with Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard in the middle of the pitch.
— Yahoo Sports

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