Arsenal’s Title Hopes Dented in Goalless Draw with Resilient Everton

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Arsenal’s Premier League title ambitions suffered another setback Saturday as they were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Sean Dyche’s defensive-minded Everton side at the Emirates Stadium.

The Gunners dominated possession but struggled to penetrate Everton’s well-organized defense, managing their first shot on target only after 30 minutes. Martin Odegaard’s early attempts sailed wide while Jordan Pickford produced crucial saves to deny Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.

Everton’s tactical approach proved effective, with ten men consistently behind the ball limiting space for Arsenal’s creative players. The visitors’ discipline particularly neutralized the usual impact of Saka, Odegaard, and Martinelli, who struggled to find their typical attacking rhythm.

Mikel Arteta’s late-game decisions raised eyebrows as he withdrew influential midfielders Declan Rice and Odegaard for Ethan Nwaneri and Jorginho. The substitutions failed to break the deadlock despite late penalty appeals from Thomas Partey being dismissed by both referee and VAR.

The result leaves Arsenal further adrift in the title race following Liverpool’s draw with Fulham earlier in the day. Gabriel’s return to Arsenal’s defense provided a rare bright spot, though his involvement was limited primarily to set-piece situations due to Everton’s defensive setup.

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