ARSENAL beat Chelsea 2-1 on corners to restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
William Saliba headed in the Gunners’ opener from a corner.
Jurrien Timber headed in Arsenal’s winnerCredit: Getty
Robert Sanchez flapped at a cross for Arsenal’s second before Timber nodded homeCredit: Getty
David Raya was loving things at the EmiratesCredit: Getty
But Piero Hincapie diverted into his own net to level things up just before half-time.
However, the table-toppers restored their lead – from yet another corner.
Robert Sanchez flapped at the delivery and Jurrien Timber turned in.
Moments later, Pedro Neto wiped out Gabriel Martinelli to pick up a second yellow.
David Raya protected the points with a clutch diving save in injury time.
And there was more drama when Chelsea had a goal ruled out in the final seconds for offside.
More to follow…
William Saliba got the opener which bounced in off Mamadou SarrCredit: Getty
Piero Hincapie headed into his own net just before half-timeCredit: EPA
Saliba was all smiles as he got things goingCredit: Getty
Reece James was at the heart of the celebrations despite not scoringCredit: Getty
Pedro Neto could have no complaints about his red cardCredit: Getty
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