Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League after a 2-1 victory over Brighton with Martin Odegaard opening the scoring before another own goal went their way
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 27: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal gestures during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on December 27, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Martin Odegaard was Arsenal's star man in the win over Brighton(Image: Stuart MacFarlane, Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
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Arsenal reclaimed their spot at the top of the Premier League following a narrow home win vs Brighton. Despite several players missing, including Riccardo Calafiori who was ruled out before kick-off, the Gunners earned all three points.
Martin Odegaard opened the scoring with a low shot past Bart Verbruggen after being set up by Bukayo Saka. The second goal came shortly after half-time, courtesy of an own goal from Georginio Rutter, who headed Declan Rice's corner into his own net.
Brighton found a way back into the game when Diego Gomez capitalised on a rebound from a shot that hit the post. And David Raya preserved the win by making a crucial save, tipping Yankuba Minteh's shot just over the bar.
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Declan Rice filled in at right-back for Arsenal vs Brighton
Declan Rice filled in at right-back for Arsenal vs Brighton
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Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice
Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice both performed well
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