Arsenal’s unbeaten run in the Premier League came to a shocking end as they fell 2-0 to Bournemouth, with defender William Saliba sent off.

Despite entering the match unbeaten in their first seven games, the Gunners struggled on the south coast. Saliba was shown a red card after fouling Bournemouth striker Evanilson, initially receiving a yellow card from referee Robert Jones before a VAR review upgraded it to a red.

Mikel Arteta made tactical adjustments following the sending-off, but Arsenal’s ten men couldn’t prevent Bournemouth from taking the lead. Ryan Christie netted the opener in the 70th minute after a clever corner routine, and the Cherries doubled their advantage when David Raya fouled Evanilson in the box. Justin Kluivert calmly converted the penalty to seal Bournemouth’s victory.

The loss means Arsenal missed a chance to top the Premier League table and could drop to fourth depending on other weekend results. They were without key players Bukayo Saka and captain Martin Odegaard, both sidelined due to injury, which clearly impacted their performance.

Arsenal now face a critical challenge as they prepare to host Liverpool next, with Saliba suspended after his red card—marking the club’s third dismissal this season. Despite the setback, the Gunners remain in the title race, though this defeat could be an early blow to their ambitions.