Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham at the London Stadium on May 10, 2026, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points. The decisive moment came from Leandro Trossard, who scored late in the match.

Match Overview

Mikel Arteta fielded an unchanged lineup for the third consecutive game, with Bukayo Saka starting alongside Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres. Myles Lewis-Skelly continued in midfield, while a strong bench featured Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Piero Hincapie, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Martinelli.

Arsenal dominated the first half, controlling possession and creating several chances. Trossard was instrumental, playing Riccardo Calafiori through, although the latter hesitated between shooting and passing, allowing West Ham's Mavropanos to intervene. Following a corner, Trossard's unmarked header forced a sharp save from Hermansen, and he later hit the post after a flurry of activity in the penalty area.

Key Moments

By the 13-minute mark, Arsenal had already registered seven shots compared to West Ham's none, indicating their dominance. A well-placed free kick from Declan Rice found Calafiori, whose header was blocked on the line by Mavropanos. However, Arsenal's momentum was interrupted when Ben White suffered a serious knee injury after a collision with Summerville, leading to his substitution for Martin Zubimendi.

Despite the setback, Arsenal continued to press for the opening goal, showcasing their attacking prowess throughout the match. Trossard's late strike ultimately secured the three points, reinforcing Arsenal's position at the top of the league.