"The Blues could not cope with Arsenal's prowess from corners as Mikel Arteta's men edged closer to a first league title in 22 years. Saliba forced home the opening goal on 21 minutes after Gabriel Magalhaes headed Eberechi Eze's delivery back across goal."
"Timber's winner just after the hour mark was the 16th goal Arsenal have scored from a corner in the Premier League this season -- equalling the competition record. The Dutch international headed into an empty net after Robert Sanchez got caught underneath Declan Rice's ball in."
"Neto then became the ninth Chelsea player to see red this season for two quickfire bookings. Chelsea had a late equaliser ruled out for offside but defeat leaves Liam Rosenior's men three points outside the top five, who will almost certainly secure a place in next season's Champions League."
Arsenal reinforced their position at the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday. Defenders William Saliba and Jurrien Timber scored Arsenal's goals, both from corner situations. Chelsea's Pedro Neto was sent off with 20 minutes remaining, reducing them to 10 men. Arsenal's dominance from set pieces proved decisive, with Timber's goal marking their 16th corner-kick goal this season, equalling the Premier League record. Chelsea's defeat leaves them three points outside the top five and struggling for Champions League qualification. Meanwhile, Benjamin Sesko's goal helped Manchester United secure victory over Crystal Palace, moving them to third place. Arsenal has now won consecutive difficult matches, defeating both Chelsea and Tottenham in recent weeks.
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