X reacts as Arsenal thump Brighton to return to Premier League summit

Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes could not be in their very own arms, however the Gunners are clearly doing every part they will to maintain their dream alive.

Their stampeding type continued with a simple 3-0 conquer Brighton & Hove Albion which despatched Mikel Arteta’s aspect again to the highest of the desk forward of Liverpool’s assembly with Manchester United on Sunday.

It began when Tariq Lamptey despatched Gabriel Jesus tumbling contained in the field on the hour mark. Up stepped Bukayo Saka, who as soon as once more made no mistake from 12 yards.

What was trying like a routine efficiency took a scary flip when centre-back Gabriel went down with a scary trying knock.

He’d stand up and full the complete 90 minutes, however with Bayern Munich on the horizon, it was a sight Arsenal followers have been eager to wipe from their reminiscences.

Any considerations have been worn out when the in-form Kai Havertz doubled Arsenal’s benefit on the hour mark.

He collected a cross from the byline from former Chelsea teammate Jorginho, leaving onlooking Blues followers with their heads of their arms.

Leandro Trossard was launched to a refrain of boos from the house followers who felt betrayed when he jumped ship final yr, however he would find yourself having the final chortle as he netted the third purpose of the sport.

With Brighton throwing every part ahead late on, Trossard discovered himself with a transparent run at purpose from inside his personal half and, when he finally made it there, he unleashed a pleasant dink over Bart Verbruggen to seal all three factors.

The win sees Arsenal return to the highest of the Premier League desk, and though there’s nonetheless quite a lot of work to be performed, Gunners followers have been eager to rejoice the second.