Daijiworld Media Network – London

London, Sep 21: Bruno Fernandes scored his 100th goal for Manchester United as the Red Devils eked out a 2-1 win against Chelsea at Old Trafford on Saturday, easing pressure on coach Ruben Amorim. Fernandes struck in the 14th minute and Casemiro added a header in the 37th, while Trevoh Chalobah’s late goal made the finish nervy. The match saw both teams reduced to 10 men, with Chelsea also losing Cole Palmer to injury.

“Every win, especially against a great opponent, is important,” Amorim said. The victory moved United up to 10th, one point behind sixth-placed Chelsea.

Liverpool maintained their perfect start to the season with a 2-1 Merseyside derby victory over Everton at Anfield. Ryan Gravenberch scored and assisted, while Idrissa Gueye netted a long-range goal, becoming Everton’s second oldest derby scorer at nearly 36.

West Ham’s woes continued with a 2-1 home loss to Crystal Palace, leaving Graham Potter under pressure after four defeats in five games. Wolves lost 3-1 to Leeds, still seeking their first points of the season despite Vitor Pereira’s recent contract extension.

Tottenham came from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 at Brighton, with goals from Richarlison and an own goal by Jan Paul van Hecke salvaging a point. Nottingham Forest earned a 1-1 draw at Burnley, while Fulham climbed to seventh with a 3-1 win over Brentford.

The weekend underlined the Premier League’s intensity, with defending champions Liverpool maintaining a perfect record and Manchester United finally finding momentum.