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Arsenal edge Sunderland, Chelsea and Liverpool held at home

Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka helped maintain Arsenal's perfect start in the Premier League with a 2-0 win at Sunderland on Saturday. Following a controlled first half, the champions were handed a scare 11 minutes after the restart when the hosts were awarded a penalty, but David Raya made a brilliant save to palm Enzo Le Fee's spot-kick against the left post.

Arsenal edge Sunderland, Chelsea and Liverpool held at home

Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, maintaining their perfect start in the Premier League. Goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka clinched the win. Chelsea faced a chaotic start under Xabi Alonso, drawing 2-2 against Hull at Stamford Bridge, with Mohamed Belloumi scoring both of Hull's goals.

Fulham frustrated Liverpool to a 0-0 draw at Anfield, with Alvaro Arbeloa suggesting a first Premier League win was imminent. Liverpool struggled to create chances despite their $100 million attacking signings. Nottingham Forest snatched a 2-1 win over Aston Villa at Villa Park, with Igor Jesus scoring a late goal. Tottenham and Everton ended their winless starts to the season with a 0-0 draw at White Hart Lane, while Bournemouth failed to secure their first Premier League win at Brentford, despite a strong performance from Marco Rose.

Ipswich and Crystal Palace also played out a dramatic 3-2 draw at Selhurst Park, with Ipswich taking the lead through Zian Flemming.

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