EPL Week 9 Recap:A Bright Smile for the Red Devils as Black Cats Stun Stamford Bridge

The Premier League’s ninth match-week had everything, drama, surprises, and some serious table-shifting moments. Amorim’s United found their rhythm again, Sunderland turned Stamford Bridge into a playground, and Pep’s men walked away from Villa Park with frowns instead of fireworks.

Here’s how it all went down

Man United 4–2 Brighton: Bright Smiles Return to Old Trafford

At long last, joy is back in Manchester. Amorim’s Red Devils looked lively, confident, and clinical, everything fans have been begging for. Matheus Cunha got his first goal in red, Casemiro doubled the lead, and Bryan Mbeumo finished it off with a brace that sealed three priceless points. For the first time since 2022, Brighton left Old Trafford empty-handed, and United fans left with wide smiles.

Aston Villa 1–0 Man City: No Party at the Villa for Pep’s Men

It wasn’t tiki-taka but pure tenacity that won the night. Matty Cash provided the breakthrough, and Villa’s defence locked the door on City’s usually unstoppable attack. Pep’s side looked flat and out of sync, leaving Villa Park with no points and even fewer smiles. Emery’s men, meanwhile, continue to prove they’re no one’s easy fixture.

Arsenal 1–0 Crystal Palace: Arteta’s Men Keep It Simple

Business as usual for the Gunners, calm, composed, and controlled. Eberechi Eze opened his Arsenal account in style, slotting home the winner that kept Arteta’s side at the top. It wasn’t flashy, but it was efficient, and sometimes that’s all you need when you’re chasing silverware.

Chelsea 1–2 Sunderland: The Black Cats Crash the Bridge

What looked like a comfortable Chelsea game turned into a late horror show. Alejandro Garnacho’s opener had the Bridge buzzing, but Sunderland had other plans. Wilson Isidor struck back, and Chemsdine Talbi’s late winner left the Blues dazed and the Black Cats purring.

Other Results from Matchweek 9

• Leeds United 2–1 West Ham: The Whites battled hard for another vital three points.
• Newcastle 2–1 Fulham: Eddie Howe’s side keep their European hopes alive.
• Brentford 3–2 Liverpool: The Bees sting big again as Slot’s men stumble.
• Burnley 3–2 Wolves: Late drama as Burnley edge a thriller.
• Bournemouth 2–0 Nottingham Forest: The Cherries climb up the table with a clean sheet.
• Tottenham 3–0 Everton: Spurs in cruise control, no mercy, no problem.