Arsenal defeated Chelsea on Sunday, returning the Gunners to the top of the Premier League.
Gabriel Magalhães scored the lone goal for the day.
Mikel Arteta’s side made it 11 wins from 13 league games thanks to a close-range finish from Brazilian defender Gabriel in the second half at Stamford Bridge.
The Gunners are two points clear of second-placed Manchester City after the champions briefly took pole position with a win against Fulham on Saturday.
With only one round of games remaining before the World Cup brings the Premier League to a halt, Arsenal have emerged as genuine contenders to end City’s grip on the title.
Arsenal had come the closest to breaking the deadlock in he first half but missed chances from Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli ensured the game ended in a stalemate in the first 45 minutes.
Chelsea also had a few chances at hitting the back of the net but goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale made futile their efforts.
Failure to clear their line off a Bukayo Saka’s inswing corner resulted into Gabrel poaching home after the ball wobbled to his path to give the Gunners the lead
Arsenal would then hold on to the slim lead with few chances to score a second but could not convert.
The win takes Arteta side back to the top of the table as their impressive and domineering run in the season continues.