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Iwobi and four Premier League icons with 100 appearances for three clubs

Nigerian international Alex Iwobi has joined an exclusive group of Premier League players to make at least 100 appearances for read more Iwobi and four Premier League icons with 100 appearances for three clubs

Iwobi and four Premier League icons with 100 appearances for three clubs

Three key takeaways from the Premier League weekend:

1. Arsenal demonstrated their resilience and fighting spirit by coming from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium, maintaining a perfect start to the season and keeping pace with Manchester City at the top of the table. Arsenal's defensive shortcomings were exposed early on when Chelsea's Morgan Rogers scored a goal, but they quickly responded with a goal from Martin Odegaard, who capitalized on a flaw in Chelsea's three-man central defence.

2. Alexander Isak has proven himself to be an effective goal scorer, with three Premier League goals in the current season already matching his tally from his first campaign at Liverpool. The Swedish international's goal-drying prowess was on display again as he scored a brace against Ipswich, helping Liverpool secure a 2-0 victory and a win under new manager Andoni Iraola. Isak's performance has provided a much-needed boost for Liverpool, who have struggled since their Champions League-winning season last year.

3. Manchester United's defensive issues continue to plague them as they currently sit five points behind the Premier League leaders. David Moyes' side managed a 2-2 draw against Everton thanks to goals from Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Bryan Mbeumo, and substitute Benjamin Sesko, showcasing United's attacking prowess. However, the failure to reinforce Michael Carrick's defense in the transfer window has been called into question, with United's future prospects looking uncertain as they prepare for a tough test against Manchester City in the coming match.

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