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Arsenal Pull Seven Points Clear With Gritty Win After Man City Draw

Their results-first approach is fuelling a growing debate over game management.

Overview

  • Bukayo Saka’s deflected ninth-minute strike on his 300th appearance decided Arsenal’s 1-0 victory at Brighton after a largely backs-to-the-wall display.
  • Manchester City were held 2-2 at home by Nottingham Forest after twice leading, leaving them seven points behind with a game in hand.
  • Arsenal have logged 10 one-goal league wins and 14 clean sheets this season, with set-piece efficiency a recurring factor in their campaign.
  • Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler accused Arsenal of time-wasting and said David Raya should have been sent off, as Alan Pardew labelled their play functional; Mikel Arteta defended his team and lauded their competitiveness.
  • With an April 19 trip to the Etihad ahead, Pep Guardiola insisted the title race is not over despite City surrendering ground.