Arsenal back on track after Leeds scare, five-star Chelsea run riot
Arsenal got back on track as the Premier League champions survived a scare to beat Leeds 2-1, while Chelsea's blistering start inspired a 5-1 rout of Bournemouth on Saturday.One, the challenge ahead because Leeds had not lost in the Premier League.
Arsenal midfielder Bruno Guimaraes scored the winner against Leeds, bringing an end to a scare for the Premier League champions. Earlier, Chelsea delivered a blistering 5-1 performance against Bournemouth, marking their first victory in four league matches. Following a 3-0 defeat against Brighton before the international break, Arsenal needed to win to restore their identity and regain form.
Mikel Arteta's side fell behind to James Justin's goal, but Riccardo Calafiori equalized for Leeds just minutes later. Substitution Bruno Guimaraes sealed the win with his first goal at the Emirates since moving to Arsenal. Chelsea's Jordan Henderson opened the scoring in the 68th minute, followed by Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro in quick succession.
Evanilson scored for Bournemouth, but Chelsea maintained their lead through Joao Pedro and a second goal from Joao Pedro in the 67th minute. With this impressive run, Chelsea sit at the top of the Premier League table.
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