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Bournemouth Upset Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates, Reopening the Title Race

Manchester City's two games in hand plus next week's meeting leave Arsenal's nine-point cushion in doubt.

Overview

  • Bournemouth beat Arsenal 2-1 at the Emirates as Kroupi scored early, Gyokeres leveled from a penalty, and Scott netted the winner.
  • The setback leaves Arsenal top by nine, yet Manchester City can close the gap with two games in hand and a head‑to‑head at the Etihad next week.
  • The win lifts Bournemouth to 45 points, putting Andoni Iraola's team three points off sixth place and in firm contention for a European spot.
  • Gazzetta describes the decisive goal as a right‑side move with Evanilson laying off the ball for Scott, showing a clear tactical pattern in the build‑up.
  • The loss deepens pressure on Mikel Arteta after recent exits from the FA Cup and the League Cup final, raising questions over Arsenal's late‑season form.