Arsenal edged West Ham 1‑0 at the London Stadium, a result that keeps the Gunners on the brink of a Premier League title. The only goal came from Leandro Trossard, whose shot found the back of the net after a defensive lapse. David Raya’s heroic save against Matheus Fernandes prevented a West Ham lead.

Ben White’s injury forced Arteta to shuffle the midfield. He moved Declan Rice to right‑back, a decision that left the centre‑midfield hollow and gave West Ham space. Critics say the experiment cost Arsenal momentum, with Crysencio Summerville threatening Rice twice before the 39‑minute substitution restored balance and kept the defensive structure intact for the remainder.

At half‑time Arteta swapped in Cristhian Mosquera, re‑establishing Rice in midfield and tightening the Gunners’ centre. In the second half, Martin Odegaard returned, setting up Trossard’s winner. The win keeps Arsenal within striking distance of the title, while a defeat would have left their campaign hanging by a single point in the season standings.

The match highlighted Arteta’s tactical fluidity and the risks of late‑stage adjustments. While the Gunners’ resilience secured the point, the decision to shift Rice back to midfield was a reminder that even small changes can ripple through a game’s rhythm. The result cements Arsenal’s title hopes but underscores the fine margins at the summit today.