Michael Carrick addressed Manchester United's rocky start to the season with a lighthearted tone, stating, "It's not that bad," despite the team's struggles after only three matches. However, United's performance has raised significant concerns as they became only the second team in 50 years to concede two goals in each of their first three matches, drawing 2-2 against Everton on September 30.

Despite being the more creative side, United struggled to maintain their momentum in the final third, with Everton achieving a higher expected goals (xG) value and doubling United's shots on target (six). Carrick's squad needs to find a way to enhance their attacking output to compensate for defensive weaknesses, especially with a challenging Manchester derby approaching.

In contrast, Ezri Konsa made a strong impression during his first start for Arsenal, contributing to their 2-1 victory over Chelsea. His decisive tackle early in the match earned raucous applause from the Emirates crowd, showcasing why Arsenal pursued the £55m signing. Although he didn’t secure a clean sheet, his performance highlighted his value to the Gunners' defense.

Morgan Rogers of Chelsea opened the scoring just 77 seconds into the match, but his team struggled to maintain control, especially in the second half. Despite a promising start, Rogers' performance waned, and frustrations mounted among Chelsea players.

Everton's Deadline Day signings, including Jack Grealish and Ainsley Maitland-Niles, proved impactful, with Maitland-Niles scoring the equalizer against United. Grealish's dynamic play injected life into Everton's attack, signaling a potential turnaround for the team.