Struggling Arsenal defeat Chelsea 3-1
Arsenal defeated Chelsea 3-1 at the Emirate Stadium on Saturday to secure first win in their last five matches.
The gunners moved four points away from relegation, denying Chelsea the chance to move to second on the league table.
French striker Alexander Lacazette gave Arsenal the lead, converting a penalty from the spot in the 34th minute.
Granite Xhaka made it two for Arsenal converting a 25 yard free kick in the 44th minute, while Nigerian born British midfielder, Bukayo Saka sealed the victory for the home side with an exquisite loop from the edge of the box.
Nigerian born striker, Tammy Abraham, got a consolation goal for the Blues in the 85th minute. However, Jorginho failed to make it two for the Blues, missing a late minute penalty.
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