(DDM) – Arsenal kept their Premier League title push firmly on track after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Brighton, responding in style to mounting pressure from defending champions Manchester City to reclaim top spot on the table.
The Gunners went into the evening fixture knowing that City had temporarily moved above them following a narrow 2-1 win away to Nottingham Forest in the lunchtime kick-off, a result that underlined Pep Guardiola’s side’s growing momentum in the title race.
At the City Ground, Manchester City were inspired by a commanding display that saw them grind out another crucial away win, extending their strong recent form and briefly placing them at the summit of the league standings.
City’s victory increased the pressure on Arsenal, who were fully aware that any slip-up against Brighton would hand Guardiola’s men a psychological advantage in the title battle.
However, Mikel Arteta’s side showed composure and resilience at the Emirates, producing a disciplined performance to overcome a Brighton team known for their tactical organisation and attacking intent.
Arsenal took control early, moving the ball with confidence and pressing aggressively, before converting their dominance into goals that ultimately proved decisive.
Brighton responded with intensity and pulled one back to set up a tense finale, but Arsenal’s defence held firm under sustained pressure to secure all three points and return to the top of the Premier League table.
Elsewhere, Liverpool also claimed a vital 2-1 win over Wolves at Anfield in an emotionally charged encounter that marked the first meeting between Diogo Jota’s former clubs since his passing.
The match carried added significance for Liverpool supporters, and the players responded with a spirited display that balanced emotion with attacking purpose.
Florian Wirtz was the standout figure for the Reds, scoring his first goal for the club to finally break his Liverpool duck and draw loud celebrations from the Anfield crowd.
His goal proved crucial in maintaining Liverpool’s push near the top end of the table, as Wolves fought back bravely and tested the home side’s resolve.
The results across the league further tightened the title race, with Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool all maintaining pressure at the summit as the season heads into a decisive phase.
With momentum swinging weekly and little margin for error, the Premier League title race continues to deliver drama, intensity and high-stakes football at every turn.