The Premier League returned with a bang this weekend, captivating fans with thrilling encounters and unexpected results. Tottenham Hotspur delivered a stunning blow to reigning champions Manchester City, while Liverpool extended their lead at the top and Arsenal closed the gap in the title race.
After a two-week hiatus dominated by international fixtures, featuring Nations League clashes and World Cup qualifying matches, the return of top-flight football was eagerly awaited.
Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham inflicted a painful defeat on Pep Guardiola's City, who had just celebrated a one-year contract extension at the Etihad. The standout performer was James Maddison, who netted a brace as Spurs cruised to an emphatic 4-0 victory in the North West.
Earlier on Saturday, Arsenal got back to winning ways, defeating Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium to keep their title aspirations alive. Meanwhile, Liverpool faced a potential upset against bottom-placed Southampton, but Mohamed Salah's two goals ensured a 3-2 win, solidifying their spot at the Premier League summit.
This weekend was not without its share of drama, as a heated confrontation took place off-camera following one of the matches, and the managerial merry-go-round continued with yet another dismissal on the horizon.