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Arsenal snatch dramatic 3-2 win over Manchester United
Nketiah and Saka strike late to secure victory
Eddie Nketiah scored twice, including a 90th-minute winner, as Arsenal came from behind to beat Manchester United 3-2 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
The Gunners had taken the lead through Bukayo Saka in the first half, but United hit back to lead 2-1 thanks to goals from Marcus Rashford and Lisandro Martinez.
However, Nketiah levelled the scores in the 75th minute before Saka's cross-shot deflected in off Harry Maguire to give Arsenal a dramatic victory in the dying seconds.
The win moves Arsenal eight points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table, while United remain in fourth place, six points behind their rivals.
In a thrilling match, both teams had chances to win the game. Arsenal were the better side in the first half and took a deserved lead through Saka in the 16th minute.
However, United came out fighting in the second half and equalised through Rashford in the 53rd minute. Martinez then gave the visitors the lead in the 63rd minute.
But Arsenal refused to give up and Nketiah equalised in the 75th minute. Saka then won it for the Gunners in the dying seconds with a deflected cross-shot.
Conclusion
The win was a huge boost for Arsenal's title hopes, as they now have a significant lead at the top of the table. Manchester United, meanwhile, will be disappointed to have lost, but they can still take heart from their performance.
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