In a stunning display of dominance, Arsenal delivered a humiliating defeat to Chelsea in a record-breaking Premier League match. The Gunners showcased their intensity from the very beginning, leaving Chelsea struggling to keep up.

The match started with a young Chelsea fan holding up a poignant sign, expressing a desire for the team to fight for their club rather than simply swap shirts. It was a clear indication of the frustration felt by the Chelsea faithful as their team's performance on the field failed to match their expectations.

Arsenal's relentless pressure in the first half threatened to blow Chelsea away, although they had to settle for a slim 1-0 lead at halftime. But the Gunners weren't done yet. Manager Mikel Arteta sent his players out early for the second half, and they proceeded to dismantle Chelsea's defense.

At the brink of the final whistle, Arsenal substitute Gabriel Martinelli had a golden opportunity to make it 6-0, reminiscent of Chelsea's worst-ever defeat in the Premier League against Manchester City in 2019. The visitors had no consolation, no place to hide, as they suffered their heaviest loss to Arsenal, surpassing their 5-1 defeat back in 1930.

Chelsea's Champions League-winning goalscorer, Kai Havertz, showed glimpses of brilliance with two goals during a surge of activity after halftime. Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice provided solid support, while Ben White also contributed with two goals. However, it was Martin Ødegaard who stood out with his exceptional passing and vision, even if his assists felt like a meager reward for his outstanding leadership.

As the match neared its conclusion, the Arsenal crowd taunted Chelsea with chants of "olé," sarcastically emphasizing the visitors' lack of control and embarrassing performance. The Chelsea supporters left the stadium with a heavy heart, their disappointment palpable.

With this resounding victory, Arsenal now shifts their focus to the crucial encounters between second-placed Liverpool and Everton, as well as Manchester City's upcoming match against Brighton. The Gunners' win serves as a warning to City, emphasizing their readiness to capitalize on any slip-up in the thrilling title race.

Unfortunately for Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino's hopes of displaying a strong performance to prove they were not merely dependent on one player, Cole Palmer, fell flat. From the opening minutes, Arsenal's dominance was evident as Rice set up Trossard for an early goal, leaving Chelsea scrambling to respond.

While Chelsea had a few promising moments in the first half, including a near miss from Nicolas Jackson and a blocked shot from Marc Cucurella, their attempts were overshadowed by Arsenal's relentless attacking prowess.

Arteta's frustrations with the referee's decisions boiled over as he received a booking at the end of the first half. However, his players channeled their emotions into a destructive force, overwhelming Chelsea with a burst of energy led by Ødegaard.

The second goal came from a cleverly worked short corner between Bukayo Saka and Ødegaard, with White ultimately guiding the ball into the net. Havertz added insult to injury for Chelsea as he brushed past Cucurella to score the third goal.

Despite a lack of resistance from Chelsea, Arsenal continued to pour on the pressure. Havertz effortlessly rolled in the fourth goal, and White's goal for the fifth, though possibly fortuitous, was a testament to the Gunners' deserving victory.

Arsenal's emphatic win sends shockwaves through the Premier League and puts the defending champions, Manchester City, on notice. As they continue to breathe down their necks, it's clear that Arsenal will pounce on any opportunity that presents itself in this thrilling title race.