Premier League: Man United Fall at Hull, Brentford Thrash Spurs in Matchday Two
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Manchester United slumped to a 2-0 defeat at Hull City and Brentford thrashed Tottenham 3-0 as the Premier League’s second matchday produced several surprises over the weekend.
The Premier League’s second round of fixtures delivered early-season shocks over the weekend of August 21-23, 2026, headlined by Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat away to newly promoted Hull City on Saturday and Brentford’s emphatic 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur.
Defending champions Arsenal opened the round on Friday with a 3-0 victory over Coventry City. Saturday’s other results saw Leeds United edge Nottingham Forest 1-0, Everton beat Crystal Palace 2-0, and Ipswich Town come from behind to defeat Sunderland 2-1.
Sunday’s fixtures featured Manchester City hosting Bournemouth, Brighton & Hove Albion facing Aston Villa, and Newcastle United welcoming Liverpool, with Fulham v Chelsea to follow on Monday. The weekend’s results left several traditional heavyweights with early points to make up as the new campaign takes shape.
