Arsenal dealt huge title blow as Bournemouth stun league leaders - 5 talking points

Arsenal dealt huge title blow as Bournemouth stun league leaders - 5 talking pointsARSENAL 1-2 BOURNEMOUTH: Alex Scott's brilliantly-taken goal extends Arsenal's wobble as they stumble upon return to Premier League action after the international breakCommentsSportFelix Keith Senior Sports Reporter14:24, 11 Apr 2026Updated 14:29, 11 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesAlex Scott put Bournemouth 2-1 up with a cool finish(Image: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Arsenal's pursuit of a first Premier League title in 22 years took a twist after Bournemouth claimed victory at a nervy Emirates Stadium. The Gunners began the day knowing a win would send them 12 points clear of Manchester City at the top of the table but could not get the job done.‌After an edgy start, Arsenal found themselves behind when Adrien Truffert's cross was deflected into the path of Junior Kroupi at the back post. Kai Havert headed a corner over before the Gunners were handed a route back into the game.‌Gabriel Magalhaes smashed the ball into Ryan Christie's hand, which was up, and Michael Oliver pointed to the spot. Viktor Gyokeres hammered the penalty into the corner to bring Arsenal level with their first shot on target.‌The second half was a frustrating watch, with Mikel Arteta's triple substitution not paying off before Alex Scott's perfectly-timed run and finish put Bournemouth ahead once again. The Cherries arrived in north London unbeaten in 11 games and showed why, defending their goal with determination to clinch their second successive win at the Emirates and send shockwaves through the league in the first match after a three-week break.Here are the talking points from a potentially momentous day in the Premier League title race.FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE! Latest Gunners news and more on our dedicated Facebook page‌READ MORE: Man Utd and Arsenal discover Sandro Tonali transfer terms as Newcastle take a standREAD MORE: Arsenal name price as Man Utd target Lewis-Skelly tra...