Arsenal FC came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in a fiercely contested FA Cup final in Wembley stadium on Sunday August 1, 2020.
Two goals from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was all that was needed for the Gunners to claim the bragging rights over 10-man Chelsea in the London derby, as well as handing Mikel Arteta his first trophy as a manager.
Christian Pulisic had given the Blues an early lead in the 5th minute before Aubameyang equalised from the penalty spot in the 28th minute.
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Hero of the day, Aubameyang then produced another moment of brilliance after the break with a fantastic chip to complete his double.
Chelsea would have had the momentum to fight back for the equaliser, but Mateo Kovacic’s red card after Aubameyang’s second goal left them with a mountain to climb.
Arsenal was able to hang on to ultimately win their 14th FA Cup title and a chance in the European competition next season.
Several fans have taken to social media to express mixed reactions towards Arsenal’s pyrrhic victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup final.
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Meanwhile, Arsenal currently hold the honour of being the team with the most FA Cup trophies to their name, having hoisted the iconic trophy a record 14 times.
