Manchester City avoided a third consecutive Premier League defeat as two first-half goals from Julian Alvarez and Erling Haland secured victory over Brighton at Etihad Stadium.
Pep Guardiola’s side had lost their previous two top-flight matches – away to Wolves and Arsenal – and have risen to the top of the table waiting for results from the Chelsea, Arsenal game.
Mohamed Salah was the Merseyside derby match-winner with a second-half double as Liverpool defeated 10-man Everton in the Premier League.
Newcastle United propelled themselves into the race for Champions League qualification with a thumping 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace at St James’ Park.
Brentford claimed their first home win of the season as spectacular goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Saman Ghoddos helped the Bees to a valuable three points against struggling Burnley.
