Premier League title holders Manchester City scored a well-deserved 2-0 victory over hosts West Ham United in the first round of the new season at London Stadium.

And the Citizens brace was scored by newcomer Erling Haaland to open his Premier League scoring record.

The first round of the Premier League came as a surprise when Manchester United lost to their guest Brighton 2-1, while Liverpool drew newly promoted Fulham 2-2 and Aston Villa lost to Bournemouth 2-0.

Tottenham beat Southampton 4-1 and Chelsea beat Everton 1-0.

The standings of the English Premier League after the matches of the first round ended as follows:

1- Tottenham 3 points

2- Arsenal 3 points

3- Manchester City 3 points

4- Bournemouth 3 points

5- Newcastle 3 points