Brighton scores three goals to defeat Arsenal in Premier League match

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Brighton scores three goals to defeat Arsenal in Premier League match
Summary

Brighton secured a 3-0 victory over Arsenal at the Amex Stadium on September 19, 2026. Pascal Gross opened the scoring in the 31st minute, followed by a goal from Charalampos Kostoulas right before halftime. Chema Andres extended Brighton's lead with a third goal early in the second half. Arsenal, who had a perfect start to the season, struggled to create meaningful chances and faced their heaviest defeat since April 2023. The loss hampers their progress in the title race as Brighton moves up in the standings.

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  • Brighton leads Arsenal 3-0 at Amex Stadium.
  • Goals scored by Gross, Kostoulas, and Andres.
  • Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season.
  • Brighton capitalized on defensive errors by Arsenal.
  • Next matches include Manchester City hosting Sunderland.
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Arsenal's perfect start to their Premier League title defence came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton, while Tottenham remain winless after a 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa.Brighton were full of confidence after becoming the first side in 50 years to come from 2-0 down to beat Manchester United at Old Trafford in the League Cup in midweek.

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Arsenal's winning start to the season came to a brutal end as brilliant Brighton secured a stunning 3-0 victory - and even that scoreline flattered Mikel Arteta's side.

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