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The Title Race Tightens: Arsenal Held by Resilient Brentford

Kai Havertz missed the match after picking up a knock in the previous outing. What’s Next? Arsenal - Brentford

The match remained a tactical stalemate until the hour mark. Arsenal finally broke the deadlock when headed home after a period of sustained pressure. However, the lead was short-lived. Brentford, known for their set-piece prowess, found an equalizer through Keane Lewis-Potter , who capitalized on a long throw-in to restore parity in the 71st minute. Despite a frantic finish, including late chances for Gabriel Martinelli and Igor Thiago, neither side could find a winner. Key Performance Stats The Title Race Tightens: Arsenal Held by Resilient

Piero Hincapié filled in at the back, while winter arrivals Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyökeres featured in the attacking rotation. Arsenal finally broke the deadlock when headed home

Mikel Arteta made significant changes for this London derby, managing a squad that had just seen off Sunderland. Notable absences from the starting XI included and Martin Ødegaard , who were named as substitutes alongside Jurrien Timber .

Arsenal now look ahead to a critical run-in as Manchester City continues to apply pressure from second place. Meanwhile, Brentford remains in the hunt for a European spot, sitting in 7th place and maintaining their reputation as a "giant-killer" on home turf.