Arsenal fought back from a goal down to secure a 1-1 draw against Manchester United, but the result did little to advance their Premier League title aspirations. The Gunners now trail league leaders Liverpool by 15 points, with only one game in hand, and their focus appears to be shifting toward securing a top-four finish and a place in next season's UEFA Champions League.

Bruno Fernandes gave Manchester United the lead in first-half stoppage time with a spectacular free-kick, capitalizing on a moment of brilliance to put the hosts ahead. However, United, who have managed just six Premier League wins in their last 16 matches under manager Rúben Amorim, were unable to hold on to their advantage. Declan Rice equalized for Arsenal with a composed finish 16 minutes from time, ensuring the visitors left Old Trafford with a point. The draw leaves United languishing in 14th place in the league table.

• Marc Cucurella's decisive goal propelled Chelsea to a crucial victory, lifting the team to fourth place in the Premier League standings.

The match marked Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's 200th Premier League game in charge. With 118 wins during his tenure, Arteta ranks among the most successful managers in the English top flight, trailing only Pep Guardiola, José Mourinho, Jürgen Klopp, and Sir Alex Ferguson. However, his quest for a Premier League title remains unfulfilled, as Arsenal are on course to finish second for the third consecutive season. In contrast, Manchester United have cycled through three permanent managers and an interim coach during Arteta's five-year reign at Arsenal.

Amorim acknowledged the challenges he faces at Old Trafford, recognizing that he may not be afforded the same patience Arteta received to rebuild Arsenal. The discontent among United supporters was evident, with many fans wearing black as part of a protest against what they perceive as the decline of their club.

• Arsenal's hopes of securing the Premier League title suffered another setback as they were held to a draw by Manchester United.

Arsenal entered the match having failed to score in their previous two league games, effectively ending their hopes of winning a first league title in 21 years. Despite missing key attacking players such as Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli, the Gunners delivered a stunning 7-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven in the UEFA Champions League earlier in the week. Buoyed by that performance, Arsenal started brightly but lacked a natural focal point in attack, with midfielder Mikel Merino firing wide from an early opportunity.

United, who have struggled for goals throughout the season, relied on their captain Fernandes to provide a moment of quality. His exquisite free-kick just before halftime gave the hosts the lead, though questions were raised about Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya's positioning. Raya, however, redeemed himself with a series of crucial saves in the second half, denying Noussair Mazraoui and Joshua Zirkzee as United threatened to extend their lead.

• Crystal Palace secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town.

Arteta introduced Gabriel Martinelli as a substitute following his return from injury, but it was Rice who ultimately leveled the score with a precise finish from Jurriën Timber's pass. Amorim's decision to bench Rasmus Højlund, who has gone 19 games without a goal, nearly backfired as the Danish striker had two opportunities to end his drought, only to be thwarted by Arsenal's resolute defense.

Raya's heroics continued in stoppage time, as he denied Fernandes a potential winner. While the draw kept Arsenal four points clear of third-placed Nottingham Forest and eight points ahead of fifth-placed Manchester City in the race for Champions League qualification, it did little to bolster their fading title hopes. As the season progresses, Arsenal's focus appears to be shifting toward securing a top-four finish rather than challenging for the league crown.