Despite Arsenal’s 2-1 victory, Gary Neville noted that home supporters were left in shock by the defensive lapses that allowed Cole Palmer to dominate the midfield.
Arsenal secured a vital 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates, yet the performance left supporters uneasy.
Goals from William Saliba and Jurrien Timber overcame a Piero Hincapie own goal, but the defensive gaps were glaring.
On co-commentary, Gary Neville observed the crowd’s anxiety as Cole Palmer exploited unusual pockets of room. “The Arsenal fans can’t believe Cole Palmer is getting that space,” Neville remarked.
The tension remained high until the final whistle, especially after Pedro Neto’s dismissal.
Chelsea nearly snatched a late equalizer through Liam Delap, only for an offside call to rescue the Gunners.
Reflecting on the atmosphere after the match, Neville highlighted the collective relief felt by the home contingent. “The Arsenal fans around us are still in shock. They just had a major scare,” he noted.