Mikel Arteta hails Arsenal 'statement' win after Bukayo Saka's 'magic moment' against Everton

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal’s 4-0 victory over Everton was a 'statement' making clear their Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal were beaten by Everton at Goodison Park just a month ago, but turned the tables in style at the Emirates. Ad Gabriel Martinelli scored twice and there were also goals for Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard.

Premier LeagueMartinelli stars as impressive Arsenal sweep aside Everton to open up five-point lead6 HOURS AGO The result moves Arsenal five points clear of second-placed Manchester City with 13 games of the season remaining. «It's a statement that we're here and want to continue to do this,» Arsenal manager Arteta told Sky Sports. Arsenal got the breakthrough in the 40th minute when Saka opened the scoring.

Arteta said the goal “unlocked” the game for his side and helped them grow in confidence. “I am delighted with the win and the way we played after the first 25 minutes,” he told BBC Sport. Arsenal sweep past Everton to move five points clear Man City v Burnley in FA Cup quarter-finals “We had some difficulties at the start.

They are difficult to play against. «Once we scored the first goal, the game unlocked. We needed a magic moment and Bukayo produced that.

After that we grew and deserved to win the game. »With the way they play, direct, second balls, a small lead isn't enough. We played really well in the second half and could have scored more.

I am delighted when I see the team play the way we want to. «I'm really happy with the maturity and quality we showed.» Arsenal face three sides in the bottom half of the Premier League table in their next four games – Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Leeds, all at home. Positive results across those games will see them edge closer to a first