Arsenal defeats Leicester City 2-0 in Premier League

Mikel Merino’s late double secures victory

Spanish substitute Mikel Merino played a crucial role in Arsenal’s win, scoring two goals in the final stages of the match. Merino’s goals, one in the 81st minute and another in the 87th, temporarily moved Arsenal 4 points behind league leaders Liverpool.

Arsenal’s impressive unbeaten run

This victory marks Arsenal’s third consecutive win and extends their unbeaten streak to 15 matches in the league. Their last loss came on November 2 against Newcastle, leaving them firmly in the title race.

Leicester’s struggles continue

Leicester City, on the other hand, failed to secure a win against Arsenal at home for the first time since November 2019. With only 17 points, they remain in 18th place, just two points away from escaping the relegation zone.