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Premier League Winners and Losers: Red-Hot Hugo Ekitike Could Keep £125m Man Alexander Isak on Liverpool's Bench as Unai Emery Loses His Cool with 'Lazy' Aston Villa

Exciting matchups, last-minute goals, and unexpected shifts defined the latest round of Premier League action. From Pep Guardiola channeling his inner Mourinho to Tottenham's comeback draw, here's a breakdown of the winners and losers from matchday five.

Premier League Winners and Losers: Red-Hot Hugo Ekitike Could Keep £125m Man Alexander Isak on Liverpool's Bench as Unai Emery Loses His Cool with 'Lazy' Aston Villa

With two Big Six clashes and a Merseyside derby, there was a lot to get excited about in the Premier League this weekend. And with last-minute goals, red cards aplenty and a couple of narrative shifts, it sure did not disappoint. Pep Guardiola did his best Jose Mourinho impression and took his Manchester City side to Arsenal to defend deep and play on the counterattack.And the coach renowned around the world for his attacking style would have gotten away with his negative tactics had it not been for that pesky Gabriel Martinelli.Elsewhere in the things you don't expect to happen category, Tottenham pulled off a comeback draw after falling two goals behind, another sign that they are doing their best to shed their 'Spursy' tag under Thomas Frank.And Manchester United won a match, actually managing to beat a top side at Old Trafford, albeit with every single thing going in their favour.GOAL breaks down the winners & losers from matchday five in the English top flight...

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Guardiola's Defensive Masterclass

Pep Guardiola stunned fans with a defensive approach reminiscent of Jose Mourinho at Arsenal. Despite playing on the counterattack, Man City's tactics were nearly successful until Gabriel Martinelli spoiled it all.

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Tottenham's Resilience

Tottenham showcased resilience by staging a comeback draw after falling two goals behind. Under Thomas Frank, they are shedding their 'Spursy' tag and showing promising signs of progress.

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Manchester United's Fortunate Win

Manchester United secured a rare victory against a top side at Old Trafford with everything falling in their favor. The win marks a positive turn for the team.

Published on September 22, 2025