Welcome to Kiss the Badge: After Review… — your weekly look back at the biggest results, controversies and talking points from the Premier League weekend.This week, the Manchester derby takes centre stage after Manchester City’s controversial 1–0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Erling Haaland scored the winner after VAR overturned an offside decision—but should Enzo Fernández have been penalised for interfering with Lisandro Martínez?With the refereeing body subsequently acknowledging that the incident should have been reviewed differently, I discuss whether Manchester United were robbed, why VAR got such a significant decision wrong and what another high-profile mistake tells us about the system’s suitability for Premier League football. Is VAR improving the game, or has it created more confusion, inconsistency and controversy?There is also the uncomfortable question for United: regardless of the decision, why couldn’t Michael Carrick’s side take advantage against ten-man Manchester City following Phil Foden’s red card?Elsewhere, Arsenal maintained their perfect Premier League start with another victory. With Mikel Arteta’s champions and Manchester City both winning their opening four matches, is the title race already becoming a two-horse battle—and can Liverpool, Chelsea or anybody else keep pace?Finally, I look at Coventry City’s alarming start following their 5–0 defeat against Brighton. Frank Lampard’s newly promoted side remain without a point or a Premier League goal—but have their performances offered enough encouragement to suggest they can still avoid relegation?Subscribe for weekly Premier League reviews, football analysis and discussion—and let me know whether you think Haaland’s Manchester derby goal should have stood.For football romantics—past and present.

Welcome to Kiss the Badge: After Review… — your weekly look back at the biggest results, performances and talking points from the Premier League weekend.This week, Arsenal take centre stage after coming from behind to beat Chelsea and preserve their perfect start to the season. Was this simply another important victory—or a statement from the champions that they remain the team everyone else has to catch?I also discuss Manchester United surrendering the lead twice in their draw with Everton, Tottenham’s worrying start continuing with another goalless performance, and Liverpool making an immediate impression against Ipswich.Elsewhere, there are thoughts on Manchester City’s narrow victory over Coventry, Aston Villa’s continued struggles in front of goal and the growing pressure on the teams already searching for their first win.Subscribe and let me know in the comments: can anybody stop Arsenal this season?For football romantics—past and present.

This week, Tottenham are bottom of the table after suffering two defeats from their opening two matches without scoring a single goal. Following another disappointing performance against Newcastle, how concerned should Spurs supporters be—and why has Roberto De Zerbi’s heavily rebuilt side made such a poor start?I also look at Liverpool’s 2–2 draw with Nottingham Forest and the questions it raised about their attack. With Bradley Barcola expected to arrive for an enormous fee, how much pressure will there be on him to deliver immediately—and is it fair to expect one player to solve Liverpool’s early problems?Chelsea maintained their winning start with a thrilling 4–3 victory over Brighton. Their attacking football has brought excitement back to Stamford Bridge, but are they genuinely ready to challenge for the Premier League title—or do their defensive vulnerabilities remain too significant? There are also thoughts on the arrival of Emi Martínez and what his experience could add to Xabi Alonso’s developing team.Finally, Manchester United responded to their opening defeat by beating Ipswich Town 5–2 at Old Trafford. I discuss Bruno Fernandes’ magnificent hat-trick and ask whether he should already be considered one of United’s great Premier League players. Despite the emphatic scoreline, did the two goals United conceded demonstrate that Michael Carrick still needs further defensive reinforcements before the transfer window closes?After Review… arrives every Monday at 7PM, with Kiss the Badge: Déjà Vu following every Wednesday at 7PM.Subscribe and let me know your thoughts on the weekend’s football in the comments.For football romantics—past and present.