Arsenal injected new life into their title bid

Arsenal injected new life into their title bid as Abou Diaby's header saw them end a three-game winless sequence with victory over Liverpool.

Having lost their previous two games against Manchester United and Chelsea, the pressure was on the Gunners to revive their dwindling title hopes.

After a largely forgettable first half, the second period was vastly improved with both sides creating chances early on while Nicklas Bendtner was booked for diving after going down in the penalty area.

Then in the 72nd minute midfielder Diaby thundered in a header from close range following Tomas Rosicky's fine cross from the right channel.

With leaders Chelsea losing at Everton and Manchester United drawing at Aston Villa, Arsene Wenger's side move to within six points of leaders Chelsea and five of Manchester United.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez
"It was a pity because in the last 20 minutes we were pushing hard and had chances.

"It was just quality in final third that made the big difference. The second half was much better and we could have got something.

"It's important for us to have a good run of results. There's a long way to go and we need to keep on going."