Premier League gameweek seven saw some thrilling comeback victories, with both Arsenal and Manchester City having to dig deep to secure important wins and keep up with leaders Liverpool.
Liverpool set the tone by edging out Crystal Palace 1-0 in the lunchtime kickoff to extend their lead at the top of the table. Arsenal then produced a second-half turnaround to beat Southampton 3-1, while Manchester City also recovered from conceding first to edge out Fulham 3-2.
Chelsea managed to stay in the Champions League positions despite only managing a 1-1 draw against 10-man Nottingham Forest. Aston Villa and Manchester United played out a goalless draw that failed to impress.
Brighton & Hove Albion staged an incredible comeback from two goals down to defeat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2, ending Spurs’ winning streak. Newcastle United had to settle for a point in a 0-0 draw against Everton.
In terms of defense, Jordan Pickford’s heroics and Robert Sanchez’s late saves stood out over the weekend. Matz Sels of Nottingham Forest was equally exceptional, making a brilliant double save to deny Chelsea. Brentford’s Nathan Collins also shone, scoring early and showcasing solid defending skills.
Veteran defender Jonny Evans put on a masterclass for Manchester United against Aston Villa, showing that age is just a number with his stellar performance.
Moving on to midfield, Bukayo Saka was in a league of his own as he overtook Robert Pires’s Premier League assist record for Arsenal. Mateo Kovacic was instrumental in Manchester City’s comeback win over Fulham, proving that the absence of Rodri was not a hindrance.
Overall, gameweek seven was filled with thrilling moments and standout performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Premier League continues to deliver excitement and drama week after week.