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This was a really strange one. If you didn’t watch last season someone told you these two teams were in the premier league last year you would’ve laughed them off, the quality of football on display was appalling. Ball constantly being given away, stray passes and wide open defending, which made for a pretty interesting game tbh. I thought wolves were unlucky to not go ahead early on striking the bar twice, however you can’t argue with that Divine Mukasa finish, what a strike from the loanee. Bowen took the pen this time round and West Ham fans will be scratching their heads at why their captain didn’t take the penalty in the last minute against Charlton the other week, good penalty but a strange one. I thought it was tragic defending from West Ham as Munetsi grabbed one back, I thought the game was back on however a huge deflection from Mukasa and a thumping finish from Mavropanos denied wolves any chance of getting back into it. The one credit I have of wolves is Jordan James, will easily be one of the best players in the league this season, bundles of ability and knows how to crash into the box when necessary, great player. Overall a really poor game in terms of quality on display, especially from two former premier league clubs. However, good to see 6 goals, proper championship football. MOTM- Divine Mukasa

Not as good as expected. I expected this game to be a fast paced exciting one, however I couldn’t have been more wrong, was never going to be that exciting when Arsenal are involved. The first half was a tough watch if I’m completely honest. It was a slow game with Arsenal mainly keeping the ball and moving it slowly around the backline. Apart from Emi Buendia striking the crossbar, nothing really happened. The second half livened up a bit and Arsenal unfortunately took a deserved lead when a great piece of play by Riccardo Calafiori resulted in a simple tap in for Saka. From then on it was really just a holding on job for Arsenal, and without much threat up front, a clear cut chance never really materialised for Aston Villa. Another game with 0 shots on target for them, a cause for concern. I must say Villa Park looked extremely strange with the construction ongoing in the Trinity Road stand, I wonder if that will hinder the atmosphere and Villas home performances this season? I was impressed with Jackson on his debut, in an environment where he had a lack of support, up against the best defence in the league I think he held his own really well. He skinned Gabriel once and his hold up play was quite impressive, unfortunately he didn’t get his chance in front of goal. Overall it was an underwhelming game, and as far as results go, it’s a classic 0-1 win for Arsenal. Villa shouldn’t feel too beat up about that, no shame in the performance and many new signings yet to make their debuts, onto next week.

Expected. I actually really enjoyed the first half. I was properly impressed with Ipswich up until half time, they brought the game to Utd and were absolutely lethal on the break. I was particularly impressed with Enciso, who was pulling the strings really well and was the best player on the pitch in the first half. They took a well deserved lead and unfortunately for Marcelino Nunez, his slip completely changed the complexity of the game. Onto the second half. I was appalled by the officiating and decision to give Uniteds second goal. Maguire evidently handballs it and VAR admit that, however because it wasn’t his goal the handball doesn’t count. It’s a handball regardless of how the ball went into the net!! Moving past that, Bruno Fernandes was excellent today, I’m disappointed that I don’t have him in my FPL as he was at his very best. As soon as the momentum hits at old Trafford you know that he’ll be the one to drag United forwards. He himself won United that game in the second half, some performance. Despite being a controversial figure it’s hard to argue he isn’t world class. A hard afternoon for Jacob Greaves, who scored an own goal, gave away a penalty and failed to clear one off the line, I can’t help but feel bad for him and I hope he can swiftly move past this. Overall, I do feel somewhat confident about Ipswich, they showed they can bring it to the big boys and unfortunately collapsed when it matters, however that first 45 I thought they were excellent! Unfortunately for them, United and Bruno in particular showed their quality was too much for newly promoted Ipswich, and deservedly won 5-2.