Arsenal vs West Ham: Toothless Gunners suffer crushing defeat as title hopes fade

Arsenal vs West Ham: Toothless Gunners suffer crushing defeat as title hopes fade

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 17:59 - 22.02.2025

Jarrod Bowen scored the only goal of the game as West Ham dealt Arsenal a huge title blow, winning 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium.

10-man Arsenal lost 1-0 to West Ham at home, failing to capitalise on Liverpool's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa in midweek.

The Gunners are now 8 points behind Arne Slot's men and the title seems less likely by the minute.

Arsenal lacked energy in the first half, with Riccardo Calafiori's shot on target being their only notable chance.

West Ham, on the other hand, created several opportunities, and Jarrod Bowen's diving header just before halftime proved to be the winner.

Mikel Arteta's men pushed for an equalizer in the second half, but it was clear this would not be their day when substitute Myles Lewis-Skelly was sent off for a reckless foul.

Despite being a man down, Arsenal continued to press but ultimately fell short.

The loss leaves Arsenal eight points behind Liverpool, and if Liverpool win at the Etihad Stadium tomorrow, the gap will extend to 11 points, likely ending Arsenal's title hopes.

The loss leaves Arsenal eight points behind Liverpool, and if Liverpool win at the Etihad Stadium tomorrow, the gap will extend to 11 points, likely ending Arsenal's title hopes.

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