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London is Red: Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea
The latest instalment of the London Derby was a masterclass in set-piece efficiency as Arsenal secured a vital 2-1 victory over Chelsea. The match opened with the Gunners exerting early pressure, which paid dividends in the 21st minute when William Saliba rose highest to nod home from a trademark corner routine. However, the lead was momentarily erased just before the break due to a chaotic own goal by Piero Hincapié, which left the Emirates in a state of nervous tension.

The second half saw David Raya perform goalkeeping heroics, twice denying Chelsea headers from point-blank range to keep the scores level. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 66th minute when Jurriën Timber escaped his marker to head in the winner from another pinpoint Declan Rice delivery. This goal marked Arsenal’s 16th from a corner this season, equaling the all-time Premier League single-season record with nine games still left to play. Chelsea’s hopes of a comeback were effectively extinguished shortly after when Pedro Neto was sent off for a second bookable offense, allowing the Gunners to restore their five-point lead at the top of the table.

Brighton v Arsenal (Premier League) – No Live Screening
Date: Thursday, 5th March 2026, Kick-off: 3.30 AM
No live screening

Arsenal travels to the Amex Stadium to face a Brighton side that currently sits mid-table. The home form under Fabian Hürzeler has been resilient, and they enter this fixture buoyed by a recent win over Nottingham Forest. History favours the Gunners, who are unbeaten in their last five league meetings with Brighton, but the tactical challenge remains significant. Brighton’s high-pressing style often leaves space behind, which should suit Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze on the counter. However, the key to victory will likely lie in Arsenal’s ability to maintain their defensive discipline against Brighton’s quick transitions. Given Brighton’s recent struggles to keep clean sheets against top-five attacks, Mikel Arteta should emphasize a fast start to force the hosts out of their defensive shell.

Mansfield Town v Arsenal (FA Cup) – Live Screening
Date: Saturday, 7th March 2026, Kick-off: 8.15 PM
Live screening at Molly Malones

In a FA Cup fifth-round encounter, Arsenal heads to Mansfield Town for the first time in nearly a century. The Stags have become the Cinderella story of this year’s competition, having already toppled Premier League opposition in Burnley to reach this stage. For Mansfield, this is the biggest game in a generation, and the atmosphere at the One Call Stadium will be nothing short of electric.

From an Arsenal perspective, this match represents a delicate balancing act. With a massive Champions League clash against Bayer Leverkusen looming just days later, Arteta is expected to rotate his squad heavily. This presents a golden opportunity for players like Gabriel Jesus or the club’s rising academy stars to stake their claim for more regular minutes. While the Gunners are heavy favourites, they must avoid complacency. Mansfield enters the tie on an eight-match unbeaten run and will be eager to write a new chapter of cup history on their own turf.

Arsenal Fan Party in Jakarta
While the Gunners won’t be playing a full match in Indonesia, they are bringing the North London experience to Jakarta scheduled on 18/19th April 2026. This isn’t a pre-season friendly but rather a massive, free official fan festival designed to bring the club closer to its huge Indonesian following. Because the Premier League will be in its final, high-stakes stretch in April, the senior squad will be in London, but the club is sending a significant delegation to Jakarta to host the festivities.

What to expect? Several Arsenal legends are expected to attend for meet-and-greets and Q&A sessions. Aaron Ramsey is one of them. The event will feature live screenings of the match between Man City and Arsenal, fan activations, and skill challenges. Gunnersaurus will be making the trip, and there will be exclusive opportunities to grab official club merchandise and limited-edition Jakarta-themed gear. The event is free, but you must register to receive a unique entry code. You need to sign up via the official Arsenal.com Jakarta Fan Event page.

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Shai
Arsenal Singapore