It did not turn out to be quite the embarrassment it looked like being at half time.
Arsenal were 3-0 up and in cruise control while Chelsea’s first half capitulation was an utter embarrassment and felt like a new low even in the most turbulent of seasons.
Mikel Arteta’s men got the victory they needed to go back to the top of the table for 24 hours at least before Manchester City play West Ham on Wednesday night. But after four games without a win, Arsenal also had the chance to really make a statement and, while it was comfortable enough, they did not take full advantage.
