In-Kepa-ble Chaos and a Costly Cup Exit

Southampton shocked Arsenal 2-1 at St Mary’s to knock the Gunners out of the FA Cup, turning one lapse into the decisive moment despite Arsenal’s long spells of control. Substitutes sparked a comeback, Viktor Gyökeres levelled, but Shea Charles’ calm finish sealed a bitter cup exit.

The match exposed Arsenal’s struggle to turn possession into clinical impact and raised fresh doubts about Kepa’s influence without David Raya, leaving Arteta with tough questions ahead of the Champions League tie.