EPL: Why Chelsea lost 2 – 1 to Arsenal – Reece James

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By Seyi Babalola

Chelsea captain Reece James believes Arsenal’s supremacy at set-pieces was decisive in their Premier League game on Sunday.

The Gunners defeated their London rivals 2-1 at the Emirates.

William Saliba scored first, but Piero Hincapie’s own goal tied the game.

Jurrien Timber then headed in the winner for the hosts from a corner-kick.

“This is football now in 2026,” James told the media.

“90 per cent of goals are probably set pieces and they are probably one of the leaders in terms of goals for and defending them.

“[Arsenal] are difficult to stop. They scored two today. Disappointed.”

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