Brighton defeat Arsenal to end champions perfect start

First half goals for hosts

Pascal Gross scored his fourth goal in five games to open the scoring in the first half. Charalampos Kostoulas added a second strike before halftime. Brighton took a two-goal lead into the break.

Andres seals victory late

Summer signing Chema Andrés scored his first goal on his full home debut. He headed the ball from a corner kick to make it 3-0. The result ended Arsenal's unbeaten record for the season.

Arsenal defensive struggles

The Gunners conceded as many goals in this match as they had in the rest of the season combined. Brighton players found space against Arsenal center backs Gabriel and Ezri Konsa repeatedly. The home side secured a comfortable win on their anniversary.