"Raya made a string of fine saves to deny Chelsea, but arguably the finest came in the third minute of stoppage time as the Spaniard flew to his left to keep out a goalbound cross-cum shot from substitute Alejandro Garnacho."
"Raya has been instrumental in Arsenal conceding just 22 goals in their 29 games and legendary ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Schmeichel had nothing but praise for the 30-year-old in his post-match analysis."
"While Arsenal's attack have received their fair share of criticism across the campaign, Arteta's defence are widely credited with being the finest in the country - and the stats are there to back it up, with the Gunners boasting the best record in the top flight."
Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium in a crucial title race match. After an own goal by Piero Hincapie equalized William Saliba's opener, Arsenal regrouped and scored the winning goal through Jurrien Timber from a set-piece in the 66th minute. David Raya made several critical saves throughout the match, including a spectacular stop on Alejandro Garnacho's shot in stoppage time. The victory maintained Arsenal's five-point lead over Manchester City. Peter Schmeichel praised Raya as the Premier League's most improved player, highlighting his instrumental role in Arsenal's league-leading defensive record of just 22 goals conceded in 29 games.
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