Arsenal moved five points clear at the top of the Premier League table after a dominant 4–1 victory over Aston Villa on Tuesday night. After a goalless first half, the Gunners came alive after the break, racing into a four-goal lead to put the contest beyond the visitors.
Goals from Gabriel Magalhães, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus sealed a convincing win for Mikel Arteta’s side, ending Villa’s impressive 11-match winning run.
Ollie Watkins scored a late consolation, but it did little to change the outcome.
The result takes Arsenal to 45 points from 19 matches, strengthening their grip on first place as the title race intensifies.
Aston Villa remain third on 39 points, with pressure mounting as the season heads into a crucial phase.
