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Arsenal moved six points clear at the top of the Premier League with a dominant 3-0 victory over Fulham at the Emirates Stadium. Viktor Gyökeres was the star of the show with two goals and an assist. But Manchester City, with two games in hand, remain very much in control of the title race.
Arsenal 3-0 Fulham: Gyökeres on fire
Arsenal made light work of London rivals Fulham in a one-sided derby at the Emirates Stadium.
The outcome was never in doubt once Viktor Gyökeres opened the scoring after just nine minutes. The Swedish striker, who has been in sensational form, gave Arsenal the perfect start and settled any early nerves.
Riccardo Calafiori thought he had made it 2-0 in the 21st minute with a powerful header, but the goal was ruled out. It mattered little – Arsenal continued to dominate.
On 40 minutes, Gyökeres turned provider. His perfectly weighted pass found Bukayo Saka, who made no mistake to double the lead. Then, on the stroke of half-time, Gyökeres completed a devastating first-half performance with his second goal of the game – 3-0 at the break.
The second half was a more subdued affair. Arsenal controlled possession but couldn't add to their tally. Manager Mikel Arteta will be slightly frustrated that his side didn't extend their goal difference advantage further.
Title race: City still favourites despite six-point gap
On paper, Arsenal's position looks strong – six points clear with the season entering its final stages. But the reality is more complex.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GD | Games in hand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 35 | 76 | +4 on City | — |
| 2 | Manchester City | 33 | 70 | — | 2 games |
Manchester City have two games in hand. If they win both – away at Everton on Monday and home to Crystal Palace on May 13 – they will be level on points with Arsenal. With goal difference separated by just four goals, every strike could prove decisive.
City also face Brentford at home before the Palace match, meaning they have three fixtures to navigate while Arsenal wait anxiously.
Remaining fixtures
Manchester City
- Monday: Everton (A) – game in hand
- TBC: Brentford (H)
- May 13: Crystal Palace (H) – game in hand
- Plus two regular matchdays
Arsenal
- Two regular matchdays remaining
The title race is far from over. Arsenal have done their job – now they must wait and hope City slip up.
Saturday's Result
- Arsenal 3-0 Fulham (Gyökeres 9', 45', Saka 40')
Gyökeres: The signing of the season?
Viktor Gyökeres has been a revelation since joining Arsenal. His two goals and assist against Fulham continued his remarkable form:
- Two goals vs Fulham
- Assist for Saka
- Consistent presence in absence of injured players
The Swedish international has stepped up when Arsenal needed him most, filling the void left by injuries to key players throughout the campaign.
Dutch players update
- Mats Wieffer (Brighton) – Suffered injury during Brighton's match
- Jurriën Timber (Arsenal) – Still working back from injury
What's next
- Monday: Everton vs Manchester City – City's first game in hand
- May 13: Manchester City vs Crystal Palace – City's second game in hand
