Arsenal stumbled again, with the Premier League leaders held to a 1-1 draw by Brentford, while Tottenham’s top-four hopes were dashed by an embarrassing 4-1 defeat at Leicester on Saturday. Mikel ArtetaA win at the Emirates Stadium would have given City an eight-point lead over second-placed Manchester City.But Arsenal can’t keep their lead Leandro Trossard scored the first goal in his fifth appearance for the club since his move from Brighton in January.
ivan toney Arsenal are winless in their last three games in all competitions after defeats to Manchester City in the FA Cup and Everton in the league, with Brentford equalizing.
The Gunners remain in control of their destiny in their pursuit of a first Premier League title since 2004, but champions Manchester City can close the gap to three points if they beat Aston Villa on Sunday.
Arsenal host Manchester City on Wednesday, a clash that could go a long way in deciding the title race.
In the 66th minute, Belgian striker Trossard came off the bench to make a breakthrough for Arsenal.
Bukayo Saka headed his cross to the far post and Trossard finished his goal, his first for Arsenal or Brighton since October.
But Brentford leveled eight minutes later when Toni headed home after Arsenal’s defense failed to handle a lob.
Tottenham boss Antonio Conte returned to the helm after a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City last weekend due to gallbladder surgery, but his fifth-placed side were humiliated at the King Power Stadium.
Rodrigo Bentancur gave Tottenham the lead in the 14th minute when Ben Davies’ shot from close range was checked for offside by VAR.
but South Paris Mendy He scored his first goal for the club in the 23rd minute with a rocket from the edge of the box.
two minutes later, james madison locked in Kelechi IheanachoThe pass and produced a composed low finish.
Iheanacho scored Leicester’s third goal in first-half stoppage time as Xavi curled a ball into the corner Barnes The rout was completed in the 81st minute.
chelsea frustrated
Graham Potter admits Chelsea are still “work in progress” after three Premier League winless runs as Joofelix’s first goal for the Blues is sacked Emerson In the 1-1 draw with West Ham.
Porter’s expensive lineup has once again failed to live up to their price tags as the pressure mounts on the Blues head coach.
Portugal forward Felix gave Chelsea the lead in his second appearance for the club, but Italian defender Emerson plagued his former club with an equalizer before half-time.
Ninth-placed Chelsea have won just one of their last eight games and are nine points clear of the top four in the Premier League.
“The second half was more of a reflection of our progress in terms of integrating new players and getting players up to speed in the Premier League,” Porter said.
“They’re a good group and we’re excited about the group and the potential, but it’s still a work in progress.”
Ten Wolves improved their chances of avoiding relegation with a 2-1 win at bottom of the table Southampton.
Carlos Alcaraz scored his first Southampton goal halfway through the first half.
Wolves have ex-Southampton midfielder Mario Shortly afterward, Lemina was sent off for receiving two consecutive yellow cards.
but Jan BednarekAn own goal in the 72nd minute turned the tide before Joao Gomez sealed the victory for 15th-placed Wolves.
crystal palace james tomkins 69th minute equalizer, 1-1 draw at Brighton Solymarch Giving Albion the lead six minutes earlier at Selhurst Park.
goal from william Solomons Manor helped Fulham beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 at Craven Cottage.
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