Arsenal 4-0 Everton: Gunners open up five-point gap at top of the Premier League after hammering sorry Toffees

Bukayo Saka provided another important goal as Arsenal thrashed Everton 4-0 at The Emirates to move five points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table. Saka broke the deadlock five minutes before the half-time break with his 10th goal of the season before Gabriel Martinelli added a second in stoppage-time.

Martin Odegaard made it three after the restart and Martinelli completed the rout. Ad The convincing win gives Mikel Arteta’s some breathing space as they chase down a first league title since 2002/03.

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Martinelli had the ball in the back of the net once more before half-time after Saka robbed Idrissa Gueye, but the home side’s joy was short-lived as the offside flag was immediately raised. However, following a quick VAR check, the goal was given, and Arsenal had a healthy lead at the break.

Chances were at a premium after the restart, but again Arsenal showed they had the clinical touch as Odegaard made it 3-0, finishing with aplomb from Leandro Trossard’s cross, before substitute Eddie Nketiah laid on a brace for Martinelli. Premier League table Premier League fixtures/results Premier League top scorers More to follow Premier LeagueRound-up: Arsenal, West Ham, Aston Villa, Leeds get vital victories25/02/2023 AT