Arsenal secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Chelsea on Sunday, thanks to Mikel Merino’s first-half header from a corner kick.

The Gunners started the game 15 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. However, with Liverpool busy playing Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final, Arsenal had a chance to close the gap.

Mikel Arteta’s side dominated the first half and could have scored more, but they only had Merino’s goal to show for their efforts. The second half saw no further goals, but Arsenal held on to take all three points.

With this win, Arsenal are now 12 points behind Liverpool, with both teams having nine games left in the season. After the international break, Arsenal will face Fulham, while Liverpool take on Everton in a Merseyside Derby.