Arsenal Grit Out a Win vs. Spurs, Madrid's Midfield Woe
Arsenal's Hard-Fought Victory
In a pulsating North London derby, Arsenal edged out rivals Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 thanks to goals from Thomas Partey and Gabriel Jesus. Antonio Conte's Spurs took the lead through a Harry Kane penalty, but Arsenal fought back to secure all three points and maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League.
Partey equalized with a stunning long-range strike, before Jesus netted the winner midway through the second half. The victory extends Arsenal's unbeaten start to the season and strengthens their grip on first place. Meanwhile, Spurs remain in third but have now lost two of their opening five games.
Madrid's Midfield Struggles
Real Madrid's midfield woes were laid bare in their 2-1 defeat to Osasuna. Marco Asensio gave the visitors an early lead but Kike Garcia's equalizer and a late winner from Aimar Oroz condemned Carlo Ancelotti's side to their first league defeat of the season.
The absence of injured duo Luka Modric and Toni Kroos was keenly felt, as Madrid struggled to control the tempo of the game. Federico Valverde was deployed in a deeper role but failed to impose himself on the match, while Eduardo Camavinga and Dani Ceballos were guilty of sloppy passing and poor decision-making.
The defeat raises questions about Madrid's depth in midfield, particularly with the Champions League group stage set to begin later this week. Ancelotti will need to find a solution quickly if they are to maintain their challenge for major honors this season.
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