Arsenal ground out a 2-1 victory over 10-man Chelsea at the Emirates, utilizing their trademark corner routines to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Despite a stuttering performance, goals from defenders William Saliba and Jurrien Timber, both originating from corners, proved decisive.
The Gunners have now scored 16 goals from corners this season, equaling the all-time Premier League record held by Oldham (1992-93) and West Brom (2016-17).
Arsenal have scored a record nine match-winning goals from corners this campaign. No other team has matched their efficiency; 13 Premier League sides have scored less than half of Arsenal’s corner tally.
Gabriel has now been involved in 25 Premier League goals, the most by any Arsenal centre-back in the competition’s history.
The win sparked debate over Arsenal’s style. Pundit Chris Sutton questioned if they could be the “ugliest” title winners in history, while Patrick Vieira called for more creativity in open play.
Manager Mikel Arteta dismissed the criticism, stating, “It’s not ugly… you have to play the game that is there for you.”
With a Carabao Cup final on the horizon and a perfect Champions League record, the Gunners’ focus remains on efficiency over aesthetics as they chase their first league title since 2004.
