
Premier League
7:00 p.mMay 18, 2026
Regular season – 37
Emirates Stadium
Referee: Paul Tierney, England


arsenal


Burnley
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1.03
Expected Goals (xG)
0.21
Passing by
438 (87%)
Accurate passes
255 (79%)
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1
G
David Raya
6.9
33
d
Riccardo Calafiori
7.0
6
d
Gabriel Magalhães
7.0
2
d
Guillem Saliba
6.9
3
d
Christian Mosquera
6.9
10
M
god bless you
6.7
41
M
Rice Declan
8.3
8
M
Martin Ødegaard (C)
6.9
19
F
Leandro Trossard
7.2
F
Kai Havertz
37′
F
Bukayo Saka
13
G
Max Weiss
7.2
d
Lucas Pires
5
d
Maxime Esteve
7.0
6
d
Axel Tuanzebe
6.3
2
d
Kyle Walker (C)
6.7
8
M
Lesley Ugochukwu
7.2
16
M
Florentino Luis
6.9
11
M
Jaydon Anthony
6.2
M
Hannibal Mejbri
17
M
Loum Tchaouna
6.3
F
Zian Flemming

Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (ranking)
- Relegation – Championship
Arsenal cruised to a 1-0 win over Burnley at the Emirates Stadium, Kai Havertz’s first-half goal proving decisive in a controlled performance by the league leaders.
Arsenal dominated proceedings from start to finish, controlling 61% of possession against a Burnley side fighting for survival. The Gunners came into this game at the top of the Premier League table with 79 points from 36 games. Burnley, meanwhile, remained in 19th place with just 21 points, desperate for points to help their relegation battle.
The hosts made their superiority count early in the contest. Havertz broke the deadlock in the 37th minute, taking advantage of a chance inside the box to fire Arsenal ahead. The German striker’s clinical finish gave Arsenal the lead which they would hold throughout the match.
Arsenal’s attacking play dominated the first half. The home side created numerous chances, with their forwards pressing high and winning the ball in dangerous areas. Burnley offered little in attack, struggling to create sustained pressure on Arsenal’s goal.
Havertz’s opener gave Arsenal control which they never relinquished. The Gunners’ passing moved smoothly, with 87% accuracy in 506 total passes. Declan Rice orchestrated the game from midfield with composure, completing five tackles and earning an 8.3 rating for his influence.
In the second half, Arsenal managed the game expertly. Burnley were frustrated as their attacks repeatedly broke down. The visitors managed just five shots in total, with none finding the target. Their goalkeeper Max Weiss made two saves to keep the score respectable.
Havertz received a yellow card in the 67th minute for a tactical foul. Arsenal’s control meant few moments of anguish for their defence. Burnley’s indiscipline was shown with multiple yellow cards, with Mejbri, Flemming and Lucas Pires all booked.
Arsenal’s attacking threat remained constant throughout. Bukayo Saka provided defensive support while creating chances down the wing. Leandro Trossard opened up Arsenal’s game, although neither managed to extend the score.
The stats told the story of Arsenal’s dominance. The Gunners registered 13 shots in total compared to Burnley’s five. Expected goals favored Arsenal by 1.03 to 0.21, reflecting the quality of chances created.
Burnley’s frustration boiled over late in the game. Lucas Pires received a yellow card in the 90+4th minute as the tension grew. Arsenal held firm to secure the three points without requiring goalkeeper heroics.
This win extends Arsenal’s lead at the top of the table. The Gunners’ form shows just one defeat in their last five games. Burnley’s loss keeps them rooted to the bottom, with their survival hopes fading fast.
Arsenal head into their next game looking to retain their title. Burnley must find immediate improvement to avoid relegation from the Premier League.

