Unthinkable Happens: Arsenal Falls 2-0 to West Ham at Home!

Arsenal's home winning streak ends with a 2-0 loss to West Ham.

Goals from Soucek and Mavropanos secured the surprise win for West Ham.

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Arsenal's form has dipped, with just one win in their last four league matches.

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They now need a win against Fulham to top the Premier League in 2024.

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Currently, Arsenal sits in second place, two points behind Liverpool.

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West Ham could have won by a bigger margin but missed a late penalty.

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Controversy surrounded the first goal, but it stood after review.

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West Ham maintained their composure even after losing Paqueta to injury.

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This loss ends Arsenal's impressive home record, and West Ham moves up to sixth place, surpassing Manchester United in the standings.

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