It wasn't pretty, but it was effective. Arsenal are one step closer to Wembley after a gritty 1-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Mikel Arteta’s men survived a second-half barrage from the Blues, relying on resolute defending and a controversial first-half goal to seal the first-leg advantage.

"We dug deep," Arteta said. "In cup football, the result is all that matters." The return leg at the Emirates promises to be a cracker, with Chelsea needing to score. For now, North London holds the bragging rights, and the advantage.