Arsenal corner Chelsea into submission, Man Utd climb to third

Arsenal re-opened a five-point gap at the Premier League summit after a hard-fought 2-1 triumph over 10-man Chelsea on Sunday, underlining their staying power in the title race. The result keeps the Gunners in control at the summit and intensifies pressure on their pursuers.

Chelsea, who played the majority of the contest a man short, briefly threatened a comeback but could not prevent Arsenal from claiming all three points at a raucous Emirates Stadium. The victory was Arsenal’s latest statement of intent as they look to convert consistent form into silverware.

Elsewhere, Manchester United leapfrogged into third place thanks to a decisive strike from Benjamin Sesko against Crystal Palace. The Slovenian’s goal proved enough to secure victory and lift Erik ten Hag’s side above their rivals in the fiercely contested battle for Champions League qualification.

With the season entering its decisive phase, Arsenal’s cushion at the top and United’s surge into the top three set the stage for a gripping finale to the Premier League campaign.