Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League with a tense 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion.
The hosts dominated early and took control through a calm first-half strike from Martin Ødegaard.
Arsenal doubled their lead soon after the break when Brighton’s Georginio Rutter turned a corner into his own net.
Despite their control, Arsenal failed to kill the game and allowed Brighton back into contention.
Diego Gómez pulled one back after the hour, sparking a nervy spell at the Emirates.
Brighton pressed for an equaliser, but David Raya produced a superb save to deny Yankuba Minteh.
Mikel Arteta admitted his side should have won more comfortably but praised their resilience.
With injuries forcing players into unfamiliar roles, Arsenal again found a way to hold on.
