Manchester United’s Premier League struggles continued after they were held to a dramatic 4-4 draw by Aston Villa at Old Trafford, while Manchester City suffered their third consecutive league defeat.
Arsenal strengthened their position at the top of the standings with a 1-0 victory over Hull City, while Brighton climbed to second place following a 2-0 win over Brentford.
United rescued a point against Aston Villa through two late stoppage-time goals from Joshua Zirkzee and Patrick Dorgu.
However, the result did little to ease the pressure on Michael Carrick’s side, who remain in the relegation zone in 18th place with eight points from 10 matches.
United have managed just one victory this season, alongside five draws and four defeats.
Manchester City’s poor run continued with a 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. The result marked their third consecutive league loss, leaving them third on 21 points.
Arsenal took advantage of City’s latest setback, beating Hull City 1-0 to move to 27 points and open a five-point gap at the top.
Brighton also maintained their impressive campaign with a 2-0 victory over Brentford. The result lifted Fabian Hürzeler’s side to second place on 22 points.
Elsewhere, Liverpool secured a 3-1 away victory over Crystal Palace, while Bournemouth beat Ipswich Town 2-1.
Sunderland claimed an important 1-0 victory over Chelsea, adding to the London side’s disappointing weekend.
Leeds United also recorded a 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur, while Fulham and Newcastle United shared the points after a 1-1 draw.
The weekend’s action began on Friday, with Everton securing a 3-1 victory over Coventry City.
With Matchweek 10 completed, Arsenal remain at the summit with 27 points, followed by Brighton on 22 and Manchester City on 21.
Manchester United, meanwhile, face mounting pressure to turn their season around as they remain in the relegation zone.
