'It was like they won the league' - Ashley Young's interview after losing to Arsenal causes a stir

Ashley Young caused a stir on social media with his comments about Arsenal’s celebrations after they recorded a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon.

Bukayo Saka’s first-half goal earned the Gunners a win that significantly boosts their chances of securing a top-four finish.

Fourth-placed Arsenal now sit four points above Manchester United and six points above West Ham, who have both played one more game than Mikel Arteta’s side.

Arsenal have won six of their previous seven league fixtures and have produced some excellent team performances of late.

Defeating Steven Gerrard’s men at Villa Park was another sign that the Gunners are heading in the right direction under Arteta.

When the full-tine whistle was blown shortly after Bernd Leno had saved Philippe Coutinho’s free-kick, Arsenal’s players and coaching staff celebration passionately.

A big save from Bernd Leno to deny Coutinho with the last kick of the game