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Leeds slip into relegation zone after defeat at Arsenal

Former Leeds loanee Eddie Nketiah fires Arsenal ahead after five minutes Reuters

Leeds United suffered a huge setback in their battle for Premier League survival after a 2-1 defeat at Arsenal on Sunday (May 8) saw them drop into the relegation zone as the hosts took another step towards securing a top-four finish.

Arsenal remained fourth and moved four points clear of north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League race ahead of Thursday's derby, while Leeds slipped to 18th place as Everton's 2-1 victory at Leicester City lifted them to 16th.

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