EPL title race heats up as Arsenal go top with Brentford win

Arsenal climbed to the top of the English Premier League table with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Brentford on Saturday. The triumph extended the Gunners’ remarkable winning run in the League to eight matches in 2024.

Mikel Arteta’s side capitalised on the opportunity to stake their claim for the EPL crown, as fellow title challengers Liverpool and Manchester City prepare to face off at Anfield on Sunday.

The visitors took the lead through Declan Rice’s glancing header from Ben White’s delivery, scoring for the second consecutive game. However, the Gunners were pegged back on the stroke of half-time when Aaron Ramsdale’s attempted clearance was charged down by Yoane Wissa, allowing the ball to trickle into the back of the net.

Despite Brentford’s resilience, Arsenal’s relentless pressure eventually paid off late in the game. Another White cross found the head of Kai Havertz, whose header sparked euphoric scenes at the Emirates Stadium, ensuring the Gunners leapfrogged their title rivals to claim the summit.

The hard-fought victory sets the stage for an enthralling title race, with Arsenal keeping a watchful eye on the outcome of the highly anticipated clash between Liverpool and Manchester City on Sunday. The Emirates faithful played a crucial role in roaring their side to victory, solidifying their belief in the team’s EPL ambitions.