After a dominant first half it took a stunning save from David Raya to preserve the win and return Arsenal to the top of the Premier League

The league leaders are still without Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera but Gabriel came on to make his first appearance since November.

Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal are up for the challenge of competing with Manchester City for the Premier League title.

Mikel Arteta has revealed he was "hacked off" by Arsenal's draw with Brighton & Hove Albionlast season but hailed his side's improved disciplinary record this term.

Arsenal have enjoyed a strong start to the season and secured their 13th Premier League victory of the campaign on Saturday as they overcame Brighton 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium. And Mikel Arteta’s side will end the weekend with a two-point lead at the top of the table.

The route taken by Mikel Arteta from being a Premier League player to being the head coach of Arsenal has been an incredibly rewarding experience in t.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has spoken to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Brighton at Emirates Stadium (kick-off 15:00 GMT). On team news after the Carabao Cup win over Crystal Palace: "[Gabriel] Martinelli is more a knock,

Mikel Arteta has praised the performance of Arsenal ’s fringe players following their penalty shootout victory over Crystal Palace. Kepa Arrizabalaga was the hero for the Gunners, saving from Maxence Lacroix to seal Arsenal’s place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.