Cech: Nightmare Arsenal debut was not in the script

The 33-year-old was at fault for both goals as strikes from Cheikhou Kouyate and Mauro Zarate gave West Ham a famous victory at the Emirates Stadium.

Petr Cech admits a nightmare defeat at home to West Ham on his Premier League debut for Arsenal was "not in the script".

The former Chelsea goalkeeper - tipped by many to make a decisive difference as Arsenal bid for a first league title in 12 years - was culpable for both Hammers goals as the Gunners lost their Premier League opener 2-0.

First, Cech rushed out but failed to claim a Dimitri Payet free-kick that allowed Cheikhou Kouyate to nod West Ham in front shortly before half-time, then the 33-year-old found himself wrong-footed by an opportunistic Mauro Zarate strike from range that made the game safe.