Arsenal fought back from two goals down to earn a thrilling 2-2 draw against Premier League champions Liverpool in a high-intensity clash on Sunday.
Despite Liverpool already clinched the title, Arsenal’s drive for a top-four finish kept their intensity high. Early strikes from Cody Gakpo and Luiz Diaz in the first half put Liverpool well in control and hinted at another triumph for the Reds.
However, Arsenal responded in the second half, with Gabriel Martinelli reducing the deficit before Mikel Merino equalised. The match ended 2-2 after both sides exchanged spells of dominance in a game brimming with drama.
Merino’s late dismissal added tension to the closing minutes, but the Gunners held firm to claim a valuable point in their pursuit of Champions League qualification.
Elsewhere, Chelsea’s hopes of a top-five finish took a significant blow following a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United. The Blues were reduced to 10 men after Nicholas Jackson received a straight red card for elbowing an opponent, compounding their woes.
Manchester United also endured a disappointing outing, falling 2-0 at home to West Ham United, while their upcoming Europa League final opponents Tottenham Hotspur were beaten by the same scoreline at Crystal Palace.
Full results from Sunday’s Premier League fixtures:
- Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal
- Manchester United 0-2 West Ham United
- Nottingham Forest 2-2 Leicester City
- Tottenham 0-2 Crystal Palace
- Newcastle United 2-0 Chelsea
