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Arsenal Edge West Ham 1-0, Extend Lead Over City

5/12/2026

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Arsenal Secures Victory

Arsenal beat West Ham United 1-0 on May 11 2026 with Lewis-Skelly playing the full match.
A VAR decision that cancelled West Ham’s equaliser left Arsenal five points ahead of Manchester City with two games left.
Lewis-Skelly, who signed a contract through 2030, said the squad feels joy, must stay focused on finals versus Burnley and Crystal Palace, and stresses mental strength to win the league and Champions League.

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Arteta Revives

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s midfield deployment of Lewis-Skelly has revived his confidence, causing summer exit rumours to fade.
Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon was an unused substitute in the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest, prompting speculation of an Arsenal-Newcastle link.

History

Historical Context

In 1995 Arsenal, led by Arsène Wenger, clinched the Premier League on May 14 with a 1-0 win over Liverpool, finishing on 90 points, two ahead of Manchester United. The 2026 campaign, with Lewis-Skelly’s contract to 2030 and a 1-0 win over West Ham that put them five points clear of Manchester City, mirrors the pressure created by the 1992 Premier League breakaway backed by Sky.

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Arsenal Secures Victory

Arsenal beat West Ham United 1-0 on May 11 2026 with Lewis-Skelly playing the full match.
A VAR decision that cancelled West Ham’s equaliser left Arsenal five points ahead of Manchester City with two games left.
Lewis-Skelly, who signed a contract through 2030, said the squad feels joy, must stay focused on finals versus Burnley and Crystal Palace, and stresses mental strength to win the league and Champions League.

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