Pedro Neto secures a point as the visiting team falls further behind Liverpool in the race for the Premier League title.

In a gripping encounter at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea and Arsenal played out a 1-1 draw that leaves both clubs firmly in the top four of the Premier League as they head into the international break. However, neither side will be entirely satisfied with the outcome, given the stakes of this fierce London rivalry.

The match saw Arsenal take the lead against the run of play, with Gabriel Martinelli finding the back of the net after a well-timed cross from the returning Martin Ødegaard. This breakthrough came after Chelsea’s Kai Havertz had a goal controversially ruled out for offside in the first half, leaving the home crowd frustrated.

Chelsea responded with a moment of magic just ten minutes later. Pedro Neto unleashed a stunning strike from outside the penalty area, leveling the score and sending the Stamford Bridge faithful into raptures. The Blues pushed for a winner, but both teams struggled to find that decisive touch in front of goal.

As the match drew to a close, Leandro Trossard had a golden opportunity to snatch all three points for Arsenal. Unfortunately for the Gunners, he misfired at point-blank range, ensuring that the spoils were shared on the day. With the draw, Chelsea maintains their position ahead of Arsenal in the Premier League table, thanks to a superior goal difference.

As both teams reflect on the match, they will undoubtedly be looking to sharpen their finishing as they prepare for the challenges that lie ahead in the season.