Arsenal have secured their second spot in the Premier League table after defeating Brighton 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. The victory was a much-needed boost for the Gunners, who had been struggling in recent weeks.
The match started off with Arsenal pressing high and trying to create chances early on. However, it was Brighton who took the lead first in the 27th minute through a stunning strike from their substitute striker, Pascal Gross. The goal gave Brighton a sense of momentum and they continued to dominate the game until half-time.
In the second half, Arsenal began to show signs of life as they created more opportunities but were unable to convert them into goals. However, just when it seemed that the match would end in a draw, Bukayo Saka stepped up to score the only goal of the match in the 84th minute. The goal was a testament to the quality of the player and his ability to take advantage of a defensive mistake by Brighton's goalkeeper.
For Arsenal, this win is a much-needed boost ahead of the final few games of the season. They now sit second in the table, just one point behind Manchester City, and will be looking to maintain their position against teams such as Liverpool and Chelsea in the coming weeks. With their form improving and the team showing more resilience, Arsenal can still make a strong push for the title.
Overall, it was a hard-fought victory for Arsenal, which will give them some confidence going forward. With their focus on securing a top-four finish, Arsenal will be looking to build on this result and continue their upward trajectory in the league.