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Kompany collapsing at 40 is terrifying and we're all hoping he's fine, but it also reminds you that this job will chew you up if you let it. • Mousinho admitting Portsmouth got lucky is honest management, though admitting it publicly after a win is the kind of thing that haunts you when results turn. • Rice clutching his hamstring is the last thing Arsenal needed, and if that footage is what it looks like, this could get very messy very quickly. • Woltemade matching Baggio's record in a draw is nice for the kid, but Juventus drawing at home in Europe against Rennes is exactly the kind of result that costs you. • De Zerbi's already won over Spurs by beating Chelsea twice—now he's got the hard part, which is keeping them there. Kompany collapsing at 40 is terrifying and we're all hoping he's fine, but it also reminds you that this job will chew you up if you let it. • Mousinho admitting Portsmouth got lucky is honest management, though admitting it publicly after a win is the kind of thing that haunts you when results turn. • Rice clutching his hamstring is the last thing Arsenal needed, and if that footage is what it looks like, this could get very messy very quickly. • Woltemade matching Baggio's record in a draw is nice for the kid, but Juventus drawing at home in Europe against Rennes is exactly the kind of result that costs you. • De Zerbi's already won over Spurs by beating Chelsea twice—now he's got the hard part, which is keeping them there.

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Brighton humbling 'a big lesson' for Arsenal – Arteta

By WAF News Desk September 19, 2026 8:36 pm Updated September 22, 2026 1:07 am 1 min read

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Brighton humbling 'a big lesson' for Arsenal – Arteta

An uncharacteristic performance from Arsenal saw the Gunners ship three goals in the defeat to Brighton – but could the loss be the “big lesson” they needed?

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Brighton delivered a 3-0 victory over Premier League champions Arsenal, halting the Gunners' perfect start to the season with their first defeat. The emphatic result represented a significant setback for Mikel Arteta's side, who faced a comprehensive defeat at the Amex. The loss marks a turning point after an unbeaten opening to the campaign.

What we know

Brighton won 3-0 to inflict Arsenal's first season defeat
The Gunners' unbeaten record ended with this emphatic loss
Arsenal faced a comprehensive defeat at Brighton

Why it matters

The result breaks Arsenal's perfect start and provides a reality check for the defending champions. Such a heavy defeat offers valuable lessons midway through a season, though Arsenal remain active in the title race despite this setback.

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