top-flight

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He had never played in a top flight before this season.

From BBC

David Brooks gave the Cherries the perfect start but Bournemouth quickly showed why they have conceded more goals on the road than any other side in the English top flight.

From Barron's

Christopher Nkunku fired AC Milan top of Serie A with a brace in Sunday's 3-0 win over Verona at the San Siro, the France forward's first goals in Italy's top flight.

From Barron's

Sunderland are still yet to lose at home on their return to the top flight but have been severely depleted by the departure of six players to the Africa Cup of Nations.

From Barron's

Pisa have just one win all season on their return to the top flight after a 34-year absence but twice hit the woodwork before Juventus took the lead.

From Barron's