Title Race Goes Down to the Wire as Arsenal Edge Out Manchester United
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his players for finding a way to beat Manchester United and ensure the Premier League title race will go down to the final day. The Gunners picked up a rare three points at Old Trafford, with Leandro Trossard scoring the only goal of the game in the 21st minute.
A crucial win for Arsenal at Old Trafford
The result moved Arsenal above Manchester City into first, but their rivals have a game in hand away to Tottenham. Arteta is dreaming of “living one of the most beautiful days” after the win, which keeps the title race alive.
‘My brain always takes me to the place where we’re lifting the Premier League’ - Arteta
The win was a testament to Arsenal’s determination and resilience, as they overcame a strong Manchester United side. The Red Devils suffered a record-tying ninth defeat of the season at home, with Casemiro’s slack defending allowing Kai Havertz to set up Trossard’s winner.
A costly mistake from Casemiro
The title race is now set to go down to the final day, with Arsenal needing Manchester City to slip up in one of their final two games if they are to land a first Premier League crown in two decades.
The title race is heating up
Arsenal’s win at Old Trafford was a massive statement, and they will be hoping to carry this momentum into their final games of the season. With the title race going down to the wire, one thing is for sure - it’s going to be an exciting finish to the Premier League season.
Arsenal celebrate a crucial win at Old Trafford