In a heavyweight title fight between Chelsea and Arsenal, Mike Merino saved the team.
Moises Caicedo, a Chelsea midfielder, was sent off in the 38th minute at Stamford Bridge after being caught by a crude foul on Merino.
Trevoh Chalobah headed Chelsea in the 48th minute from Reece James’ corner despite Caicedo being sent off.
However, Arsenal escaped a bruising encounter between the title rivals with Merino’s close-range header from Bukayo Saka’s cross in the 59th minute.
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Arsenal are five points clear of Manchester City, who defeated Newcastle on Saturday, and are six points ahead of Chelsea, who are third.
The Gunners are still the favorites to win their first Premier League title since 2004, but Chelsea’s aggressive display suggested they might pose the greatest threat to the team’s title ambitions.
Chelsea have won their first seven games without losing in all competitions, while Arsenal have won all 17 of those games, winning 14 of those.
Source: Channels TV
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