Arsenal have returned to the summit of the Premier League after fending off Brighton at the Emirates. The Gunners watched Manchester City move to the summit after their hard-fought win over Nottingham Forest in the day’s early kick-off. Arsenal had chances of their own to wrap the game up with Gabriel Martinelli firing over the bar from yards out. The Gunners also welcomed Gabriel Magalhaes back from injury – another boost to their title bid which stayed firmly on track against the Seagulls. Arrow MORE: Chelsea vs Aston Villa LIVE: Premier League latest score and confirmed lineupsArrow MORE: Jack Grealish injury update after missing Burnley vs EvertonArrow MORE: Why did Riccardo Calafiori miss Arsenal vs Brighton Premier League game?

Source: Metro December 27, 2025 13:31 UTC