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April 30, 2026 - 1:22 PM

Premier League: Arsenal Mounts Pressure on City After Defeating Manchester United

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Arsenal kept their title race burning after a 1-0 victory at Old Trafford this evening.

They go above Manchester City, who have a game in hand against Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday night.

First half: Leandro Trossard’s 20th-minute strike separates both teams after the first 45 minutes at Old Trafford. Manchester United had zero shots on target, despite making 8 attempts. The Red Devils controlled possession with 55% against Arsenal, who had 45%.

Second half: Regardless of the attacking threat Manchester United launched in the second half, Arsenal were able to repel these threats, holding on to the 1-0 victory at full-time.

Manchester United increased their attacking prowess, recording 58% ball possession in the second half compared to their visitors who had 42%. They pushed for 6 shots on goal, getting closer twice.

Oladimeji Adeoye
Oladimeji Adeoye
Oladimeji Adeoye also known as Osniff is a writer, he is mainly into writing sports with vast knowledge of African Sports, and other continental sports. Oladimeji has worked with top news outlets and currently writing with top newspapers in Nigeria.
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