Arsenal Dominates with 2-0 Win Against Lackluster Brighton

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Arsenal secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Brighton at the Emirates on Sunday, courtesy of goals from Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz.

Despite dominating in the first half, Arsenal couldn’t find the breakthrough. However, Gabriel Jesus quickly changed the narrative by giving the Gunners the lead shortly after halftime. Maintaining control throughout, Arsenal sealed the win with a late goal from Havertz.

This outcome positions Arsenal favorably in the title race, elevating them above Liverpool ahead of the Reds’ upcoming match against Manchester United.

With Manchester City dropping points against Crystal Palace on Saturday, Arsenal aimed to secure a five-point lead over the champions with a victory. The Gunners asserted their dominance early, with Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard coming close in the first 15 minutes. Despite Brighton showcasing their quality in possession, Arsenal continued to press, creating opportunities. Odegaard’s precise pass set up Saka, but Gabriel Martinelli couldn’t convert the chance.

Although Martinelli’s attempt was denied by Brighton’s goalkeeper, Bart Verbruggen, and Arsenal enjoyed possession and promising openings, they couldn’t break the deadlock before halftime.

Brighton, who failed to register a shot in the first half, needed improvement in the second half. However, Arsenal maintained control, taking the lead in the 53rd minute as Jan Paul van Hecke flicked Saka’s corner to Gabriel Jesus, who headed into an empty net.

Brighton’s substitute, Jack Hinshelwood, had their first attempt on goal, but it posed no threat to David Raya. Saka hit the side netting in a subsequent attack, and Lewis Dunk cleared a potential second goal off the line. Despite Verbruggen saving a close-range Odegaard shot, Pascal Gross missed a late chance for Brighton.

In the 87th minute, Kai Havertz secured the victory for Arsenal, calmly slotting the ball past Verbruggen. The win earned Arsenal three crucial points at the Emirates.

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