Man City outgun Sunderland despite Brobbey hat-trick, Man Utd rescue Fulham draw

Manchester City claimed the top spot in the Premier League despite Brian Brobbey's hat-trick in a 5-3 match against Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium. The Argentine midfielder opened the scoring with his first goal since moving from Chelsea for £125 million ($167 million). Enzo Fernandez added another goal, and Rayan Cherki sealed the win with a swift finish.

Sunderland's efforts in the first half were thwarted by Brobbey's rapid responses, but Erling Haaland's late involvement ensured the win. Manchester United narrowly avoided a damaging defeat against Fulham, with Matheus Cunha equalizing an own goal shortly before halftime. The result leaves United just two points outside the relegation zone but still facing a challenging three-week international break ahead.

Liverpool secured a 1-0 victory at Bournemouth thanks to Alexander Isak's goal in Anfield, reclaiming sixth place in the table. Leeds drew 0-0 with Crystal Palace, failing to secure a crucial third-place position.