The Premier League’s second match weekend wrapped up with statement wins, tense draws, and the table beginning to take shape. After 20 matches played across the opening two weekends, several clubs have already found rhythm, while others are still chasing a first victory. With one more round of fixtures before the international break, here’s everything that went down in Matchweek 2—from the full set of results to what it means for the early standings.
Full Matchweek 2 Results
- West Ham 1–5 Chelsea
- Manchester City 0–2 Tottenham
- Brentford 1–0 Aston Villa
- Burnley 2–0 Sunderland
- Bournemouth 1–0 Wolves
- Arsenal 5–0 Leeds
- Crystal Palace 1–1 Nottingham Forest
- Everton 2–0 Brighton
- Fulham 1–1 Manchester United
- Newcastle 2–3 Liverpool
What the Results Tell Us
Arsenal, Spurs, Liverpool: Perfect Starts
Arsenal cruised to a 5–0 win over Leeds, piling on goals and confidence to sit top on six points. Tottenham stunned Manchester City 2–0 at the Etihad, a signature result that backs up their opening-day victory. Liverpool edged a thriller 3–2 at Newcastle to maintain their perfect start as well. All three clubs are two wins from two and already look sharp in attack.
Chelsea Make a Statement
Chelsea’s 5–1 demolition of West Ham was the performance of the weekend. Beyond the scoreline, it was the control and cutting edge that stood out—exactly what you want to see in the second gameweek. The Blues jump to 4 points and into the Champions League conversation early.
City Stumble, but It’s Early
Manchester City’s 0–2 home defeat to Spurs is a notable early setback, leaving the champions on 3 points. City created moments but lacked their usual ruthlessness. It’s a reminder that even for elite sides, momentum can wobble in August.
Solid Home Wins and First Points on the Board
- Brentford 1–0 Aston Villa: The Bees held firm and nicked it, a classic Brentford win.
- Bournemouth 1–0 Wolves: A clean sheet and three points that will please the Cherries’ boss.
- Everton 2–0 Brighton: Efficient and disciplined, a vital early-season victory.
- Burnley 2–0 Sunderland: The newly promoted Clarets announced themselves—first points, first win, and a clean sheet.
Honours Even: Useful Draws
- Crystal Palace 1–1 Nottingham Forest: Palace showed resilience; Forest bank another point to stay in the top five on 4 points.
- Fulham 1–1 Manchester United: Fulham continue to be awkward opponents at home, while United settle for a point as they search for fluency.
Five-Goal Thriller at St James’ Park
Newcastle 2–3 Liverpool delivered late drama and attacking flair. It’s the type of game that often shapes confidence for weeks to come—Liverpool’s mentality monsters tag looks intact.
Premier League Table After Matchweek 2
- Arsenal – 6 pts
- Tottenham – 6 pts
- Liverpool – 6 pts
- Chelsea – 4 pts
- Nottingham Forest – 4 pts
- Manchester City – 3 pts
- Sunderland – 3 pts
- Everton – 3 pts
- Bournemouth – 3 pts
- Brentford – 3 pts
- Burnley – 3 pts
- Leeds – 3 pts
- Fulham – 2 pts
- Crystal Palace – 2 pts
- Newcastle – 1 pt
- Manchester United – 1 pt
- Aston Villa – 1 pt
- Brighton – 1 pt
- Wolverhampton Wanderers – 0 pts
- West Ham – 0 pts
Quick read: Arsenal lead on goal difference, with Spurs and Liverpool also perfect. Chelsea and Forest round out the early European spots. City sit sixth, while Wolves and West Ham seek their first points.
Key Takeaways & Early Trends
- Attacking intent pays early: Arsenal (5–0), Chelsea (5–1) and Liverpool (3–2) all showcased high-tempo, aggressive football. Early-season sharpness is often the difference in tight games.
- Top-six volatility: City’s loss shows even favourites can misfire in August. Tottenham’s win suggests they’re ready to mix it with anyone.
- Promoted sides watch: Burnley’s clean-sheet win is a huge confidence boost. Sunderland will feel the sting but showed fight in Week 1 and 2.
- Defensive platforms matter: Everton and Brentford earned clean sheets that can steady early-season nerves and build momentum.
- Pressure points: Wolves and West Ham need a response next time out to avoid carrying a winless run into the break.
One More Matchweek Before the International Break
There’s one more Premier League match weekend this month before the calendar pauses for the international window. Expect rotation, tactical tweaks, and managers pushing for maximum points to carry momentum into the break.
FAQs
Who are the early leaders?
Arsenal top the table on goal difference, with Spurs and Liverpool also on six points.
Which result was the biggest shock?
Tottenham’s 2–0 win at Manchester City stands out for its significance and venue.
Which teams are still winless?
Wolverhampton Wanderers and West Ham remain on 0 points after two matches.
