Arsenal faced a disappointing draw against Brentford, where a late goal by Keane Lewis-Potter effectively derailed their momentum in the Premier League title race. This match saw Arsenal leading with a goal from Noni Madueke, but they could not hold onto their advantage as Lewis-Potter scored with a header, assisted by Piero Hincapié, who delivered a precise cross. The loss of two points is significant as it allows Manchester City to close the gap to just four points behind Arsenal.

The match took place at the Gtech Stadium, a venue that has proved challenging for visiting teams, with Brentford having lost only two of their last fourteen games there. Arsenal struggled for much of the match, managing just one shot on target for a significant portion of the game. Brentford's defense was resolute, forcing Arsenal to rely on an exceptional performance from goalkeeper David Raya to keep them in contention, especially after he made a crucial save from Igor Thiago's powerful header.

With this draw, the tension in the Premier League title race intensifies, highlighting Arsenal's vulnerabilities despite their strong position earlier in the season. Pep Guardiola's Manchester City is poised to take advantage of any further slips by Arsenal as they pursue the championship. The performance of players like Hincapié, who provided the assist for the equalizing goal, underscores the competitive nature of the league and the impact of young talents in pivotal moments of crucial matches.