City’s Perfect Premier League Run Ends at Wolves
Manchester City’s flawless start to the Premier League hit a major snag at Molineux. Wolves stunned the champions with a surprising 2-1 win, handing City their first league defeat of the season.
Despite Pep Guardiola sitting out due to a touchline ban, City looked set for success after Julian Alvarez’s stunning free-kick cancelled out Ruben Dias’ early own goal. But Wolves’ Hwang Hee-chan struck in the second half to seal the upset and end City’s 100% record.
Matheus Nunes Booed in Difficult Homecoming
Former Wolves star Matheus Nunes, who joined City in a £53m deal last month, had a tough night back at Molineux. The Portugal midfielder was jeered every time he touched the ball by the home crowd. He was substituted at halftime, marking a rocky return to his old stomping ground.
Wales Rugby Triumphs Despite the Weather
In Colwyn Bay, Wales dominated a tough rugby clash against the USA, running out 6 tries to 3 winners ahead of the WXV tournament. Try scorers included Alisha Butchers, Keira Bevan, Lisa Neumann, Alex Callender (twice), and Sioned Harries. The visitors fought back with tries from Sarah Levy, Freda Tafuna, and Paige Stathopolous despite grim conditions.
United Struggle Again as Palace Snatch Win at Old Trafford
Manchester United’s Premier League woes continued with a 1-0 home loss to Crystal Palace. Joachim Andersen’s first-half strike gave Palace all three points, leaving United with just one win from seven league games so far this season.
Despite recent Carabao Cup victories, United failed to muster any serious attacking threat at Old Trafford, deepening their early-season struggles.
