Arsenal produced a commanding first-half display to beat Fulham 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium, moving six points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League title race. Viktor Gyokeres scored twice, either side of Bukayo Saka's strike, as the Gunners delivered perhaps their best opening period of the season.
Saka, making his first start since returning from an Achilles injury, set up Gyokeres for the opener in the ninth minute. The England international then doubled Arsenal's lead in the 40th minute before Gyokeres headed home Leandro Trossard's cross in first-half stoppage time to complete the scoring.
The victory lifts Arsenal six points ahead of City, who have two matches in hand. Mikel Arteta's side now have three league games remaining, against West Ham, Burnley and Crystal Palace, while Pep Guardiola's men face Everton and Brentford before Arsenal's next outing.
Arsenal's performance was a marked improvement from their recent nervy displays at home, with the team showing renewed composure and attacking fluency. The win breathes fresh impetus into their championship chase, which has been stuttering in recent weeks.
