Fought Victory at the EmiratesArsenal edged past Chelsea in a scrappy 1-0 win at the Emirates, securing three crucial points in a game that

Mikel Merino's opener inspires Arsenal to a win over Chelsea in the Premier League. Read below for match report.

Arsenal brought their three-game winless run in the Premier League to an end with a 1-0 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates to strengthen their grip on second place.

Another goal from makeshift forward Mikel Merino sealed three points for Arsenal against Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium. In a feisty London derby, with strong challenges and three yellow cards on both sides,

By William Schomberg LONDON (Reuters) -Arsenal defeated London rivals Chelsea 1-0 for their first win in four Premier League games on Sunday as a headed goal by stand-in striker Mikel Merino boosted their faint hopes of catching up with runaway leaders Liverpool.

Mikel Merino led Arsenal to a 1-0 win against Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday. Merino's first-half header settled the London derby at the Etihad Stadium and saw second-placed Arsenal move within 12 points of leader Liverpool.

Mikel Merino showed he is a “really dangerous” threat as a striker following his winning goal for Arsenal against Chelsea on Sunday. Gunners manager Mikel Arteta praised the Spain international

Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over rivals Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday, with Mikel Merino's early goal proving decisive at the Emirates.