Arsenal Dominates in Comeback, Chelsea Triumphs in Derby Thriller
Arsenal and Chelsea delivered remarkable performances in recent Premier League matches. Arsenal recorded a dominant 4-0 victory over Leeds, while Chelsea triumphed in a thrilling 3-2 derby against West Ham. These victories come amidst competitive tensions as the season progresses.
Arsenal’s Resounding comeback
Arsenal’s comprehensive win against Leeds on February 24, 2026, marked the end of a three-match winless streak. The team faced pressure following a disappointing loss to Manchester United the previous week at the Emirates Stadium.
With this victory, Arsenal temporarily increased their lead over Manchester City and Aston Villa by seven points. Both teams are currently tied at 46 points, with matches against Tottenham and Brentford looming.
Key Player Contributions
- Noni Madueke: Replaced an injured Bukayo Saka and scored a pivotal assist.
- Martín Zubimendi: Opened the scoring in the 27th minute.
- Karl Darlow: Scored an own goal from a corner taken by Madueke.
- Viktor Gyökeres: Scored in the 69th minute with an assist from Gabriel Martinelli.
- Gabriel Jesús: Sealed the victory with a goal in the 86th minute.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s manager, praised his team’s performance, acknowledging the difficulty of facing a rival with home advantage.
Chelsea’s Derby Delight
In a dramatic match at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea faced West Ham on February 24, 2026. West Ham opened the scoring early with goals from Jarrod Bowen and Crysencio Summerville, leading 2-0 at halftime.
However, Chelsea staged a comeback in the second half. Goals from Joao Pedro and Marc Cucurella leveled the match before Enzo Fernández clinched victory in the second minute of stoppage time.
Match Highlights
- Jarrod Bowen: Scored first for West Ham in the 7th minute.
- Crysencio Summerville: Doubled the lead in the 36th minute.
- Joao Pedro: Headed in to tie the match in the 57th minute.
- Marc Cucurella: Scored to equalize at 2-2 in the 70th minute.
- Enzo Fernández: Netted the winner in the 90+2’ minute.
The win revitalizes Chelsea’s Champions League hopes while West Ham remains entrenched in the relegation zone.
Other Premier League Results
On the same day, Bournemouth solidified their mid-table position with a 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton, which continues to struggle at the bottom of the league. Meanwhile, Brighton and Everton played to a 1-1 draw.
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Arsenal vs. Leeds | 4-0 |
| Chelsea vs. West Ham | 3-2 |
| Bournemouth vs. Wolverhampton | 2-0 |
| Brighton vs. Everton | 1-1 |
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