BRIGHTON, England - Arsenal solidified their Premier League title aspirations by defeating Brighton 1-0. Bukayo Saka scored the sole goal in his 300th club appearance, marking a significant moment in Arsenal's quest for their first title since 2004.

The victory, achieved on a night where rivals Manchester City dropped points, extends Arsenal's lead at the top of the table to seven points. Despite Brighton's dominance in possession and chances, Arsenal's defense held firm, showcasing strong grit.

Arsenal now sits with 67 points from 30 matches, while Manchester City has 60 points from 29.