Arsenal's aura of champions evaporates after Brighton thrash them 3-0

Brighton thrashed Arsenal 3-0 in a Premier League clash at the Amex Stadium, with Brighton celebrating their 125th anniversary in emphatic fashion. The result exposed significant weaknesses in Arsenal's game, with two of their key defensive and midfield pillars failing to perform as they had during their title-winning campaign. The defeat raised serious concerns for manager Mikel Arteta, whose side had ended a 22-year wait for the English top-flight title last season.