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How the Premier League killed Arsenal's set-piece threat - and the fightback against winning ugly being led by referees, rulemakers... and towels:Arsenal, last season's set-piece kings, have yet to score from a corner this campaign. A Premier League refereeing crackdown on grappling and new rules are impacting their strategy as they prepare to face tall Leeds United.

Mikel Arteta makes Arsenal vow after signing new contract - 'We need to stay on top':Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract until 2030 and is determined to lead Arsenal to sustained success after winning the Premier League last season.

Hurzeler relishes packed schedule for high-flying Seagulls:Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler embraces a congested fixture list as his team, flying high after a 4-0 win, pushes for European qualification. He views the schedule as a positive challenge.

Granit Xhaka given suspended fine for forging Covid vaccination certificate:Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka received a suspended 150,000 CHF fine for forging a Covid vaccination certificate. He has served a four-game national team ban but is set to be reintegrated.

Five Matchday Six 2026/27 Premier League Storylines to Look Out For:Tottenham remain winless after five games, sitting 20th with just two points. Manager Roberto De Zerbi calls his squad 'fragile' ahead of a daunting trip to face Manchester United at Old Trafford.

JJ Gabriel: Bayern Munich hold talks with Man United wonderkid, his shocking demands have stunned Bundesliga giants:Bayern Munich have held talks to sign Manchester United's 16-year-old talent JJ Gabriel, but the club is reluctant to meet his camp's demand for a seven-figure salary.

Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans proving doubters wrong with impressive stats in Premier League:Manchester United's summer midfield rebuild saw arrivals like Santos, Tielemans, and Baleba. The current preferred pivot is Mainoo and Tielemans, with Mainoo excelling in ball recovery and Tielemans in progressive passing.

Jean-Philippe Mateta: United target makes key decision on future:Manchester United consider signing Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta in January. The 29-year-old will not renew his contract and could leave for a low fee, with United seeking attacking reinforcements.

🔝Hürzeler leads, Brighton make Premier League history:Brighton & Hove Albion claimed all three Premier League monthly awards for September 2026: Pascal Gross (Player), Fabian Hürzeler (Manager), and Lewis Dunk (Goal). It's the fifth such sweep in league history.

Five Premier League clubs ‘have sent’ scouts to watch Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni:Five Premier League clubs are monitoring 20-year-old Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni. No bids have been made, but scouts have tracked him for months as Benfica aims to secure his future.

Premier League name Player and Manager of the Month:Brighton won both Premier League monthly awards. Veteran Pascal Gross is Player of the Month, scoring and assisting. Manager Fabian Hürzeler, 33, is Manager of the Month after an undefeated September.

Arsenal, Man United and Chelsea eye €70m Brighton star Charalampos Kostoulas:Arsenal, Man Utd, Chelsea, and Newcastle are monitoring Brighton's 19-year-old Greek forward Charalampos Kostoulas. His contract runs until 2030, and Brighton values him at €60-70m, with Inter Milan also interested.

JJ Gabriel training update will infuriate Man United as youngster edges closer to dream move:Man Utd's 15-year-old academy star JJ Gabriel wants to leave, training in Barcelona. A move to Barcelona or Real Madrid is likely when he turns 16, despite United's efforts to keep him.

Man United star training even on his off day, Michael Carrick needs him to hit the ground running:Manchester United's £70m signing Carlos Baleba is undergoing intense individual training to recover from injury. The defensive midfielder's return is seen as crucial to fixing the team's leaky defense and could be key to manager Michael Carrick's future.

United could chase Minteh despite his desire to join PL rivals, says Gambian football expert:Manchester United remain linked with Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh, despite his current injury. The 22-year-old was also a target for Liverpool, but a move didn't materialize.