Trossard and Raya decisive: the Gunners win at West Ham and move closer to the coronation.
Arsenal carried out a major operation in the race for the title by winning with difficulty against (2-1). The Gunners, led by a decisive Leandro Trossard and an imperial David Raya, showed unwavering determination to win three crucial points in London. The match changed in the second half.
Trossard opened the scoring with a well-constructed collective action, before West Ham equalized from the penalty spot. But Arsenal pushed and found the fault thanks to a controversial goal validated by VAR, offering victory to Mikel Arteta's men. Raya, author of several decisive saves, preserved the advantage in the final minutes.
This victory allows Arsenal to put pressure on their direct competitors. The Gunners confirm their ability to win close matches, a sign of maturity in the quest for the title. The defense, solid despite the absence of certain executives, held up against the eye-catching Hammers.
Implications: Arsenal sends a strong message to their rivals. This team has the mentality and the talent to go all the way. The title will not be decided in one match, but this success away from home in a London derby is invaluable.
What's next: Arsenal continues with a shock at the top against Manchester City. A full-scale test to confirm this dynamic. Read at 20Minutes Sport
This victory is crucial for Arsenal's hopes of winning the Premier League title. It demonstrates that the Gunners are ready to show determination and talent to achieve their goal. In a very tight title race, every point counts, and this away success against a direct rival for Europe gives an important psychological advantage. Arsenal are proving they can win tough games, an essential ingredient to being champions.
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