Sun Feb 23 01:01:21 UTC 2025: ## Arsenal’s Unbeaten Run Ends in Home Defeat Against West Ham

**London, England** – Arsenal’s 15-match unbeaten run in the Premier League came to an end on Saturday with a 1-0 defeat against West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium. Jarrod Bowen’s first-half header proved to be the decisive goal, securing back-to-back wins for the Hammers at Arsenal’s home ground for the first time since 2007.

The match was a relatively uneventful affair in the first half, with few clear-cut chances for either side. Bowen’s goal, a diving header from a Wan-Bissaka cross, came just before halftime. Arsenal’s task was further complicated in the 72nd minute when Myles Lewis-Skelly received a red card for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity.

Despite their numerical disadvantage, West Ham defended resolutely, weathering late pressure from Arsenal. While the Gunners had a few opportunities, including a free-kick and a late shot from Trossard, they were unable to find a way past Areola in the West Ham goal.

The defeat leaves Arsenal eight points behind league leaders Liverpool, who play their next match tomorrow. For West Ham, the victory marked Bowen’s 50th Premier League goal and their fourth Premier League win at the Emirates Stadium, each victory marking Arsenal’s first home league defeat of the respective season. The win also marked Graham Potter’s second win at the Emirates as a manager against Arsenal, having won with three different clubs. Lewis-Skelly’s red card marked his second dismissal in the Premier League, making him only the third teenager to achieve this dubious distinction.

Arsenal’s attention now turns to a midweek Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest, followed by their Champions League opener against PSV Eindhoven.

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