Arsenal vs Chelsea player ratings: Set pieces, red cards tell the story yet again

"Arsenal are still five points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League title race after beating Chelsea 2-1 on Sunday, and the Gunners continue to do it with set pieces and defenders scoring most of the goals."

"Chelsea, on the other hand, continue to shoot themselves in the foot when it comes to defending set pieces and red cards. Pedro Neto's 70th-minute red was Chelsea's 7th in the PL and 9th in all competitions this season."

"Jurrien Timber - 8: Somehow only the third- or fourth-best target on set pieces, he'd be one or two for most other PL sides. Elite defender and a plus-passer/carrier into the final third. Both starting full backs were/are flat out fantastic."

Arsenal extended their Premier League title advantage to five points with a 2-1 victory over Chelsea, with goals coming from set pieces and defenders. The Gunners' defensive strength and set-piece execution remain key strengths, with players like Jurrien Timber and William Saliba delivering consistent performances. Chelsea struggled defensively on set pieces and received their seventh Premier League red card of the season when Pedro Neto was sent off in the 70th minute. Arsenal's goalkeeper David Raya made a crucial save in the 53rd minute. The match highlighted Arsenal's tactical effectiveness in dead-ball situations and their ability to convert defensive contributions into goals.

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