Arsenal made a significant statement in their pursuit of the Premier League title by crushing Chelsea 5-0 at the Emirates Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the league. Leandro Trossard scored an early goal for the Gunners, while Kai Havertz and Ben White each netted twice in the second half to seal the victory.
The win propelled Arsenal three points clear of second-placed Liverpool and four points ahead of defending champions Manchester City in third. The Gunners’ emphatic performance left Chelsea reeling, with the heavy defeat representing the club’s worst London derby loss since 1986.
Player of the Match Kai Havertz, who scored two goals against his former club, played a key role in Arsenal’s dominant second-half display. The Gunners took control of the game after a closely contested first half, with Havertz, White, and Trossard leading the attack to boost the team’s goal difference significantly.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his team for their performance, particularly their consistency and defensive strength. He acknowledged the players’ excitement and dedication as they aim for the club’s first Premier League title in 20 years.
💬 “We were much more disciplined, the same threat going forward, same aggression without the ball and to score five goals and keep a clean sheet against this team, credit to the boys.”
AdvertisementArteta was full of praise for his team after a great night’s work 👇
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) April 23, 2024
Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed his disappointment with his team’s inconsistent performance, noting their struggle to compete against a top Premier League team. Despite the defeat, Pochettino refused to blame the players, emphasizing the need for improvement and consistency in the future.
Reaction from the head coach.#CFC | #ArsChe pic.twitter.com/jNzvUDWkDe
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) April 23, 2024
Arsenal’s dominant victory highlights their potential to secure the Premier League title, with upcoming matches against Tottenham and other rivals offering opportunities to further solidify their position at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Chelsea must regroup and work on their defensive issues as they face challenging matches ahead.
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Enjoy all the action from our big win over Chelsea 👇 pic.twitter.com/Xl2OG0lrYg
Advertisement— Arsenal (@Arsenal) April 23, 2024
