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Haaland keeps new-look Man City perfect in Premier League, blunt Spurs held

Erling Haaland's header secured a 1-0 win for Manchester City against Coventry, keeping Enzo Maresca's side perfect atop the Premier League table after deadline-day signing Enzo Fernandez impressed. Meanwhile, Tottenham's goal drought continued in a 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest, leaving both sides winless on the season.

Haaland keeps new-look Man City perfect in Premier League, blunt Spurs held

Manchester City maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a 1-0 victory over Coventry, thanks to a goal from Erling Haaland. New manager Enzo Maresca guided the team to the win, who had recently taken over from Pep Guardiola. Haaland's third goal of the season came after being fed by former Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, who arrived on deadline day for £125 million, equaling the British record.

City's squad has undergone significant changes following the departures of Rodri, Bernardo Silva, and John Stones. Tottenham, also aiming to avoid a repeat of their past two seasons' relegation, faced a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest. Forest took the lead in the second half, but the goal was disallowed due to VAR. Meanwhile, Brentford secured a 1-1 draw with Sunderland, despite a late penalty from Enzo Le Fee.

Leeds and Crystal Palace also claimed narrow victories in their respective matches. In the first game of the day, Newcastle came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Bournemouth, while Hull will host Aston Villa in their late kick-off. Arsenal will face Chelsea next.

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