Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes suffered a fatal blow as Brighton came to the Emirates and delivered a brilliant performance to ensure a 3-0 victory.
Manchester City earlier had a comfortable win at Everton which meant it was all or nothing for the Gunners but they were unable to rise to the occasion against a Brighton side that responded emphatically to their humiliation at the hands of the Toffees earlier this week.
In a feisty encounter, Julio Enciso struck the first blow when he nodded in Estupinan’s cross from just yards out after being left unmarked by Jakub Kiwior, who went down to fit in his boots during the build up.
Deniz Undav punished Arsenal further by pouncing on former Brighton forward, Leandro Trossard’s loose pass and lobbing Aaron Ramsdale.
Estupinan then added a third when he followed up Ramsdale’s weak save by slotting home the rebound and sparking wild celebrations on the south coast – and in Manchester.
It’s now four points between Arsenal and Manchester City, with City hopping to lift it in front of Etihad fans if they grab a win against Chelsea.
