Arsenal secured a 3-0 victory against Fulham, pushing them six points ahead of Manchester City. Bukayo Saka, in his first start since March, assisted Viktor Gyokeres for the opening goal before scoring the second himself with a near-post finish. Gyokeres completed his brace with a powerful header just before halftime, sealing Arsenal’s dominance throughout the match.
City, currently trailing by six points with two games in hand, faces a crucial match against Everton to stay in the title race. Meanwhile, Fulham sits comfortably in 10th place, three points away from the top six. Arsenal’s early lead was established by Saka’s assist to Gyokeres in the ninth minute, followed by missed opportunities that could have further extended their advantage.
Despite a disallowed goal for offside, Arsenal continued their momentum with Saka’s second goal in the 40th minute, effectively securing the win before halftime. Gyokeres’ unmarked header further solidified Arsenal’s lead, with Fulham struggling to pose a significant threat throughout the game.
In the second half, Leno’s saves denied Gyokeres a hat-trick, while Calafiori’s header hit the woodwork. Fulham’s only shot on target came late in the game, highlighting their offensive struggles. Meanwhile, Tottenham aims to climb out of the relegation zone, while Brentford’s win over West Ham United intensifies the relegation battle.
