Brighton 3-0 Arsenal: Shoddy Gunners get what they deserve

Match report – Player ratings – Arteta reaction – Quotes round-up Arsenal lost a game for the first time this season yesterday, going down 3-0 to Brighton away from home. There’s no getting away from how poor this performance was…

Published: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 8:03 AM
Brighton 3-0 Arsenal: Shoddy Gunners get what they deserve
Key Things to Know
  • Brighton defeated Arsenal 3-0 at the Amex Stadium, marking Arsenal's first loss of the season.
  • Pascal Gross scored the opening goal for Brighton in the 30th minute.
  • Jurrien Timber returned to the starting lineup at right-back following his recovery.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season with a 3-0 loss away against Brighton at the Amex Stadium. The Gunners entered the match on the back of seven consecutive wins but struggled against Brighton's high-pressing tactics. Pascal Gross opened the scoring for the hosts on the half-hour mark with a fine strike.

Jurrien Timber returned to the starting lineup at right-back, while Bruno Guimaraes started in midfield. Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya and defender Gabriel were criticized for their roles in the opening goal, while Guimaraes struggled with carelessness in possession throughout the match.

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