Chelsea showed remarkable resilience to hold title leaders Arsenal to a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge, despite playing over an hour with ten men following Moisés Caicedo’s straight red card for a rash challenge on Mikel Merino.
Trevoh Chalobah sensationally headed the Blues ahead early in the second half, only for Merino to quickly restore parity for the Gunners, who ultimately missed the chance to extend their advantage at the top.
The result feels pivotal, especially after Manchester City secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Leeds United yesterday, thanks to a stoppage-time winner from Phil Foden.
That hard-fought win at the Etihad means the gap between table-toppers Arsenal and the chasing champions is now just five points. With the title race now guaranteed to be thrilling heading into the congested Christmas fixture list, every dropped point will feel magnified.
Earlier in the day, Manchester United returned to winning ways, staging a comeback to defeat Crystal Palace 2-1 at Selhurst Park.
After falling behind to a Jean-Philippe Mateta penalty, the Red Devils fought back with second-half goals from Joshua Zirkzee and a crucial Mason Mount free-kick to claim three vital points on the road.
