Arsenal today joined Manchester City in the lead of the English Football League by winning Leeds at home, who had not yet lost by 2-1 in the twist that opened the sixth round.
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10/10/2026
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Othe outsiders were better in the first hour of play and, after several wasted attempts, advanced on the marker at 55 minutes, with a James Justin attempt, served by Swedish Gabriel Gudmundsson.
The London formation managed, however, to react in the final half-hour, reaching equality at 62 minutes, with a goal from the Italian Riccardo Calafiori, assisted by Ben White.
Immediately, at 63 minutes, Basque Mikel Arteta launched three players from a settlement, including Brazilian Bruno Guimarães, who, at 70, completed the twist, following a heel pass by Declan Rice.
To the end, the Arsenal still suffered, but managed to return to triumphs, after the heavy 3-0 exit in Brighton's stronghold, adding up to 15 points, the same as the Manchester City, which moves on Sunday to Liverpool's stronghold.
The Leeds, which totaled two wins and three draws, remained with nine points, going for already in the lot of the classified rooms.