Arsenal secured an important away win over Brighton in the 29th round of the Premier League, showing character and efficiency in a very difficult match for the visitors. This success brings Mikel Arteta's team even closer to the title.
The match started with quick moves from both teams. In the 3rd minute, Brighton's Carlos Baleba tried a powerful shot towards goal, which was blocked by an Arsenal defender.
But just six minutes later, Arsenal took the lead. Bukayo Saka received a brilliant pass from inside the box, shot towards the middle of the goal, and the home goalkeeper made a fatal mistake – the ball ended up in the net, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead.
After the goal, the match remained tense, but the first half ended with the guests' minimal advantage.
In the second half, Arsenal controlled the pace, but Brighton tried to get back into the game with substitutions and dangerous moves.
In the 59th minute, Georginio Rutter shot inside the area, but goalkeeper David Raya made a spectacular save, preserving Arsenal's lead.
Despite Brighton's pressure, their efforts failed to produce a goal, and Arsenal took another win.
With this victory, Arsenal continues to fight for the title, now trailing Man City by a full seven points, but has a more developed game. /Telegraph
