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  "id": 8558965,
  "title": "Brighton defeat a 'big lesson' against complacency for Arsenal, says Arteta",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/brighton-defeat-a-big-lesson-against-complacency-for-arsenal-says-8558965",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T23:40:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/09/1536388/brighton-defeat-big-lesson-against-complacency-arsenal-says-arteta"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Arsenal's 3-0 loss to Brighton on Saturday marked a significant lesson in complacency for the defending Premier League champions, according to manager Mikel Arteta. Brighton dominated from the outset at the Amex Stadium, scoring twice before halftime through Pascal Gross and Charalampos Kostoulas, before Chema Andres added a third with a header from a corner. Arteta expressed his disappointment, acknowledging Brighton's victory and superiority. He emphasized that Arsenal fell short in basic football fundamentals, particularly in the competitive Premier League. The Gunners, tipped to win their first title in 22 years last season, had been unbeaten in seven games prior to this loss. However, Arteta stressed that the defeat was a timely reminder of the challenges ahead. With 18 players returning from the World Cup, the team's recent form has been remarkable. Nonetheless, Arteta highlighted that this result was crucial in understanding the true demands of Premier League football.",
  "summary": "BRIGHTON: Mikel Arteta said Arsenal’s 3-0 defeat by Brighton on Saturday was a “big lesson” for the defending Premier League champions after they were beaten for the first time this season.",
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        "published": "2026-09-19T12:30:00.000Z"
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        "outlet": "The Citizen",
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        "published": "2026-09-19T17:02:25.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Brighton defeat a 'big lesson' against complacency for Arsenal, says Arteta",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/brighton-defeat-a-big-lesson-against-complacency-for-arsenal-says",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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