In a shocking turn of events, Arsenal faced a 2-1 defeat against AFC Bournemouth, marking their third consecutive loss in the Premier League. This defeat has opened the title race, allowing Manchester City to regain momentum and positioning themselves as favorites with several games in hand. Mikel Arteta (manager of Arsenal) expressed the emotional toll of the loss, stating, “It’s a big punch in the face,” and emphasized the importance of their upcoming matches. With only six games remaining, Arsenal's hopes for their first league title since 2004 now seem precarious. Meanwhile, Manchester City is set to face Chelsea and then Arsenal in what could be a decisive match for the title. Other Premier League action saw Liverpool secure a 2-0 victory over Fulham, enhancing their Champions League aspirations, while Brighton triumphed over Burnley with a 2-0 win.