In a tightly contested match at Craven Cottage, Arsenal managed only a draw against Fulham, dropping crucial points in their pursuit of Premier League leader Liverpool.
William Saliba emerged as Arsenal’s saving grace, scoring from a corner in the 52nd minute, a feat he also achieved in their previous victory against Manchester United. Nevertheless, Arsenal fell behind when Raul Jimenez put Fulham in front just 11 minutes into the game.
This result allowed Arsenal to narrow the gap to Liverpool by six points. However, with Liverpool’s match against Everton postponed due to adverse weather, it represented a missed opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s squad to exert pressure at the top of the table. In the meantime, Chelsea has the chance to close in on Liverpool if they secure a victory against Tottenham later in the day.
A moment of late controversy arose when Bukayo Saka’s would-be winning goal was ruled offside, nullifying the chance for Arsenal to claim all three points. This decision added to the disappointment for the Gunners as they continue to vie for the title.
The day’s other Premier League matches produced late drama as well. Leicester City, under new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, staged a comeback to draw with Brighton, thanks to Jamie Vardy’s goal and assist in the dying moments. Meanwhile, Bournemouth secured a last-minute victory over Ipswich Town, deepening the latter’s relegation concerns.
With Arsenal’s draw against Fulham, the race for the Premier League title intensifies. As the season progresses, each team’s performance becomes pivotal in determining their standing in the league.
Source: Local10
