Arsenal moves up to second in the Premier League with a 1-0 win over Ipswich
Arsenal's Kai Havertz, center, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Ipswich at the Emirates Stadium in London, England, Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. Credit: AP/John Walton
LONDON — Brighton had most of the chances but could not find the net in a 0-0 draw with Brentford that extended the south coast club’s winless run in the Premier League to six games on Friday.
It was a frustrating night for the home side and especially Julio Enciso. The Paraguay striker had a host of opportunities to score but couldn’t make them count.
Along with Southampton, Brentford has the worst away record in the league with seven losses and two draws and it was easy to see why in this toothless performance.
Brentford had an early goal from Yoane Wissa ruled out for offside and, although it came a bit more into the game in the second half, it failed to pressure Icelandic goalkeeper Hakon Valdimarsson, who made his Premier League debut eight minutes before halftime when Mark Flekken went off with a thigh injury.
One bright spot for the home side was the return of winger Solly March. He came on as a late substitute to make his first appearance for Brighton since injuring a knee against Manchester City 14 months ago.
The result leaves Brighton in 10th place with 26 points, one spot and two points ahead of the Bees.
Arsenal was hosting Ipswich in Friday's other game in the Premier League,
Arsenal's Declan Rice leaps high to head the ball during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Ipswich at the Emirates Stadium in London, Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. Credit: AP/Kin Cheung
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