Kai Havertz’s late winner gave Arsenal a priceless victory in the title race as the Gunners went top after a 2-1 win over Brentford
As Kai Havertz’s late winner hit the back of the net, the palpable sense of relief around the Emirates Stadium was felt no stronger than by the lone man on his knees inside the Arsenal half cupping his ears while daring to goad the travellingtop spot with a mistake of epic proportions.
“It was a clear, clear dive,” said Frank. “That should have caused a red card and he wouldn’t have been able to score the winner. I don’t think Havertz should be on the pitch when he scored.” Under no pressure when Gabriel passed the ball back to him, Ramsdale’s first touch was sufficient to select the target of his choosing but his speed of thought was horribly lagging.
Ramsdale – seemingly intent on filling every segment of his matchday bingo card – pulled off a blinding save to deny Collins’s header and, with hope slipping away, Havertz uncorked the bubbly.