Archive · 1 Feb 2026
Arsenal Extends Lead, Chelsea Stages Comeback
Arsenal won their match against Leeds 4-0, which helped them increase their lead in the Premier League.
Chelsea had a tough start against West Ham but came back to win 3-2.
Other matches included Everton drawing with Brighton and Bournemouth beating Wolves.
Arsenal is now seven points ahead of Manchester City and Aston Villa, while Chelsea moved into fourth place.
Leeds is still close to the relegation zone, and West Ham missed a chance to get closer to safety.
Bournemouth is now 13 points clear of the relegation zone, and Everton's draw did little for their European aspirations.
Arsenal defeated Leeds 4-0, extending their lead to seven points over Manchester City and Aston Villa.
Chelsea came from two goals down to beat West Ham 3-2, moving into fourth place.
Leeds suffered their first home defeat since November, remaining six points above the relegation zone.
West Ham had a chance to get closer to safety but ultimately lost to Chelsea.
Bournemouth won 2-0 against Wolves, securing their position 13 points clear of relegation.
- Who
- Arsenal, Chelsea, Leeds, West Ham, Manchester City, Aston Villa, Everton, Brighton, Bournemouth, Wolves
- What
- Arsenal extended their lead in the Premier League, Chelsea came from behind to beat West Ham, and other Premier League matches took place
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Various stadiums in England, including Elland Road, Stamford Bridge, and the Amex Stadium
- Why
- Arsenal and Chelsea are competing for top positions in the Premier League, while other teams are fighting to avoid relegation or secure European football spots
- Arsenal's lead
- 7 points over Manchester City and Aston Villa
- Leeds' home defeat
- First since November
- Chelsea's comeback
- Scored 3 goals in the second half
- West Ham's missed chance
- Could have been 2 points closer to safety
- Chelsea's position
- 4th place, 4 points ahead of Liverpool
- Bournemouth's win
- 2-0 against Wolves, 13 points clear of relegation
- Everton's draw
- 1-1 against Brighton, Beto scored in 97th minute
