Arsenal missed the possibility to increase their Premier League result in six factors after being held to a 1-1 draw by a resilient Brentford aspect, a end result that retains Manchester Metropolis firmly within the title race.
Noni Madueke headed the leaders in entrance on the hour mark, however Brentford responded strongly and deservedly levelled by way of Keane Lewis-Potter.
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The draw leaves Arsenal 4 factors clear on the high of the Premier League standings as they chase a primary league title in 22 years. Nevertheless, Mikel Arteta’s males nonetheless face an important journey to second-placed Manchester Metropolis within the run-in, with 12 video games remaining.
Brentford, in the meantime, boosted their bid for a first-ever European qualification and stay seventh. Keith Andrews’ aspect have now misplaced simply twice at dwelling all season, underlining how troublesome they’re to interrupt down on their very own turf.
David Raya produced an excellent first-half save to disclaim his former membership, clawing away a robust header from Igor Thiago. Arsenal have been with out William Saliba and Kai Havertz resulting from sickness and damage, respectively, however Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka returned to the squad and have been named on the bench.
Arteta launched Ødegaard at half-time, and Arsenal started the second interval with higher intent. Their stress paid off when Madueke rose highest on the again put up to go Piero Hincapié’s cross past Caoimhin Kelleher.
Nevertheless, the guests retreated after taking the lead and invited Brentford again into the competition. Thiago once more examined Raya because the hosts grew in confidence, whereas Lewis-Potter earlier headed large from a nook regardless of being unmarked.
The equaliser arrived from one in all Michael Kayode’s lengthy throws. Sepp van den Berg flicked the ball on, and Lewis-Potter received forward of Ødegaard to go dwelling.
