Premier League attackers provide fantasy football options after high-scoring Gameweek 2 results
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 5:11 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
English Premier League teams settled into the new season during Gameweek 2, which featured multiple high-scoring performances. Manchester United recorded a 5-1 result against Ipswich Town, while Chelsea finished in a 4-4 draw with Brighton. Despite their offensive output, both Manchester United and Chelsea demonstrated defensive vulnerabilities by conceding multiple goals. Individual performers including Bruno Fernandes and Rayan Cherki saw increased fantasy football relevance following strong displays. Meanwhile, Newcastle United secured a 2-0 win away to Tottenham Hotspur, and Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White emerged as a primary penalty option for his club. Managers are now evaluating these trends ahead of the upcoming Gameweek 3 fixtures.
- •Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick and provided an assist in Manchester United’s win over Ipswich Town.
- •Chelsea drew 4-4 with Brighton despite leading the match 3-0.
- •Rayan Cherki contributed two goals for Manchester City against Crystal Palace.
- •Morgan Gibbs-White took a penalty for Nottingham Forest, indicating his status as the primary spot-kick taker.
- •Newcastle United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 behind a goal from debutant Yoane Wissa.
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"Gameweek 2 of the English Premier League season has come and gone, and it gave us plenty to talk about as teams continue to settle into the new season. There were some impressive performances, a few surprising results and more signs of what we might see from certain teams over the coming weeks. Some sides […]
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