Arsenal Extend Lead with Brighton Win

Arsenal overcame a stern test at Brighton with Bukayo Saka's goal proving the difference in a tense encounter. The Gunners showed their championship credentials by focusing purely on collecting three vital points rather than entertaining the home crowd.

The victory moves Arsenal seven points clear at the top of the Premier League, though they have played one more game than their closest rivals. The traveling supporters celebrated when news filtered through of Nottingham Forest's equalizer at Manchester City, with fans belting out anthems reminiscent of past title-winning glories as the wait for another championship appears to be nearing its end.