Everton fans were treated to a welcome return of Jack Grealish as the attacking midfielder came back on a season-long loan from Manchester City and appeared against Manchester United, according to Sky Sports. Grealish’s energy and creativity immediately lifted Everton's performance, helping to create dangerous chances shortly after entering the game. Despite Grealish’s efforts, Everton struggled in the final third, with Thierno Barry often left on the periphery and unable to make a significant impact. Manager David Moyes will need Grealish to play a central role if Everton hopes to secure a top-half finish in the league.
Elsewhere, Arsenal showed resilience in their match against Chelsea, with new signings making notable contributions to the team’s comeback, according to The Guardian. Morgan Rogers opened the scoring just two minutes into the game, setting the tone for Chelsea's fast start. Emi Martínez faced a difficult return to the Emirates Stadium but made several key saves, including one that denied Bukayo Saka. Ezri Konsa impressed in his first start for Arsenal, earning applause from the home crowd with a strong slide tackle. Christos Tzolis stood out among the new arrivals, using his dribbling and movement to pressure Chelsea’s defense. Tzolis also set up Martin Ødegaard for the winning goal, marking his first Premier League assist.
At St James’ Park, Bournemouth faced a tough match against Newcastle, where Alex Scott made a strong case for an England call-up. Scott’s passing range and game awareness helped Bournemouth create both goals, despite the team ultimately drawing, according to The Guardian. His ability to read the game stood out as Newcastle struggled to find answers to Scott’s influence. With upcoming Nations League fixtures, there is hope that Tuchel will consider Scott for senior international duty.
Fulham’s start to the season has been difficult, with three straight defeats raising concerns for manager Álvaro Arbeloa. The team lost to Crystal Palace after letting leads slip twice, and Arbeloa acknowledged the tough challenges ahead. Josh King and Gonzalo García have developed a good understanding, but Fulham’s defense remains a concern. Arbeloa must find solutions to the team's defensive issues, especially before facing Liverpool and Manchester United.
Liverpool’s match at Ipswich saw a mix of positive signs and lingering questions, with Cody Gakpo playing a key role. Gakpo’s creative play helped set up both of Liverpool’s goals, despite the team’s overall performance being mixed. Andoni Iraola praised Gakpo for his value to the team, even as the departure of sporting director Richard Hughes raised questions. Alexander Isak returned to form with two goals, but his performance was overshadowed by the mixed reception of other signings. Florian Wirtz, another purchase from Hughes, was criticized for losing possession frequently in the Ipswich match. Gakpo’s contributions were especially important, as his purchase was not part of the Hughes deal.
Iliman Ndiaye made an immediate impact in his debut for Manchester City, impressing with his effort and commitment. Ndiaye, who joined from Everton for £65 million, said he was focused on helping City achieve success. He emphasized his desire to play in Champions League football and confirmed that Manchester City was the right choice for him. Ndiaye’s performance, along with the team’s win, marked a positive start to his City career.