Manchester City's Phil Foden, left, is fouled by Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester City and Brighton and Hove Albion in Manchester, England, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)
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News1808-01-2026, 10:55

Brighton Holds Man City, Boosts Arsenal Title Hopes; Fulham, Man Utd also play

  • Brighton secured a 1-1 draw against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, impacting the Premier League title race.
  • Kaoru Mitoma's second-half equalizer for Brighton cancelled out Erling Haaland's opening goal for Man City.
  • The draw leaves Manchester City five points behind Arsenal, who could extend their lead to eight points with a win against Liverpool.
  • Fulham defeated Chelsea 2-1 at Craven Cottage, with goals from Raul Jimenez and Harry Wilson securing the win.
  • Manchester United drew 2-2 with Burnley at Turf Moor, with Benjamin Sesko scoring a brace for United.

Why It Matters: Brighton's draw with Man City significantly boosts Arsenal's Premier League title aspirations.

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