Arsenal maintained the pressure on Manchester City in the Premier League title race with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester United. Leandro Trossard’s decisive goal in the 20th minute secured the win for the Gunners, marking their first triumph at Old Trafford since 2020.
Starting the day in second place behind Manchester City, who secured a convincing 4-0 victory over Fulham, Arsenal’s win ensures that the title race will be decided on the final day of the season next Sunday, with their 27th win of the campaign. Fielding an unchanged starting XI for the fourth consecutive game, Mikel Arteta’s side showcased their attacking prowess early on.
Kai Havertz’s precise cross found Trossard, who calmly slotted the ball home between Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Casemiro. Despite dominating possession until half-time, Arsenal remained wary of United’s potential comeback.
Although United struggled to create meaningful chances, Arsenal’s defense held firm, securing three crucial points amidst the support of their travelling fans. The victory propelled Arsenal back to the top of the table, edging ahead of Manchester City by a single point ahead of the final match of the season.
However, Manchester City still have a game in hand and could reclaim the top spot with a win against Tottenham Hotspur. The title race promises to be intense, with nerves expected to run high in both Arsenal and Manchester City’s final matches.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s hopes of European qualification took a hit as they remain in eighth place, three points behind seventh-placed Chelsea. With tough fixtures ahead, including matches against Newcastle and Brighton, United faces an uphill battle to secure European football next season.
