Manchester United continued their resurgence in the Premier League with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, handing the Gunners a third consecutive league match without a win and shaking up the title race.
Arsenal began the contest with confidence and were rewarded early on when defensive pressure forced an own goal that gave the hosts the lead. With the Emirates rocking, Mikel Arteta’s side looked set to steady their recent dip in form. However, United grew into the game and began to expose Arsenal’s defensive lapses.
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The visitors drew level before half-time, punishing Arsenal for switching off at the back. United carried that momentum into the second half and stunned the home crowd when they went ahead, finishing off a swift attacking move that highlighted their growing confidence and cohesion.
Arsenal pushed hard for an equaliser and were eventually rewarded late in the game, restoring hope among the home fans. But their joy was short-lived as United struck again almost immediately, sealing a memorable away win with a well-taken goal that underlined Arsenal’s growing defensive issues.
The victory builds on United’s recent momentum, coming just days after they edged rivals Manchester City in a high-profile derby clash. That win over City had already boosted belief within the squad, and the success at the Emirates now lifts United into the top four, reinforcing their push for Champions League qualification.
For Arsenal, the defeat compounds a worrying run of form. Once firmly in control of the title race, the Gunners have now dropped points in three successive league matches, raising concerns about their ability to maintain consistency under pressure. Despite flashes of attacking quality, lapses in concentration continue to cost them at crucial moments.
Manchester United, meanwhile, will take confidence from another big away performance as they continue to gather momentum at a critical stage of the season, while Arsenal are left searching for answers as their grip on the title race begins to loosen.
