Arsenal’s Premier League Defensive Record Bid Ends After Man United Defeat

Arsenal’s hopes of equaling or breaking Chelsea’s record for the fewest goals conceded in a single Premier League season have ended after their 3-2 defeat to Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.

The Gunners have now shipped 17 goals in the 2025/26 campaign, ensuring Chelsea’s benchmark of 15 goals conceded in the 2004/05 season under Jose Mourinho

(his first season at at the club) remains intact for another year.

Mikel Arteta’s side, however, remain focused on their pursuit of a first league title in over two decades despite the setback.

United’s victory stunned the Emirates crowd and highlighted rare defensive vulnerabilities in Arsenal’s back line.

It was only the second time the Gunners have conceded three goals in a Premier League home match with both Gabriel and William Saliba starting, the last occasion being a 3-1 defeat to Manchester City in February 2023.

While Arsenal’s defensive record ambitions have slipped away, their title challenge remains firmly on course, with Arteta urging his side to regroup quickly as the season enters its decisive phase.