The Gunners, under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, faced Burnley at the Emirates Stadium with a clear objective: secure all three points. A draw or loss would have left them vulnerable to Manchester City, who were just two points behind before kickoff. Arsenal delivered precisely what was needed, avoiding any unnecessary drama.

Arsenal’s dominance was evident from the start, with a commanding 62% possession against Burnley’s 38%. The breakthrough came in the 37th minute when Kai Havertz rose above the Burnley defense to head in a corner, beating goalkeeper Max Weiss. The German international’s composure under pressure ensured Arsenal took a vital lead.

While Arsenal controlled the game, a moment of controversy arose when Havertz appeared to drag his studs across the calf of Burnley’s Lesley Ugochukwu at the 69th minute. Although he escaped a red card, the incident highlighted Arsenal’s intensity on the pitch.

This victory marked Arsenal’s 18th Premier League goal from a corner this season, underscoring their effectiveness in set-piece situations. With the three points secured, Arsenal now stand on the brink of clinching their first Premier League title since 2004. Their fate now hinges on Manchester City’s result at Bournemouth on Tuesday evening.

Arsenal’s next major challenge comes just six days later in the UEFA Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on May 30 at 6 PM.