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Arsenal blow away Fulham to turn up heat on Man City, West Ham suffer blow
Arsenal moved six points clear at the top of the Premier League on Saturday, defeating Fulham 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium in a dominant first-half display.
Following Manchester City's April 23 victory over Burnley that knocked Arsenal off top spot, the Gunners have struggled with nerves at the Emirates while chasing their first league title in 22 years.
Bukayo Saka, making his first start since March 22, orchestrated the victory by setting up Viktor Gyokeres' ninth-minute opener before scoring himself; Gyokeres added a second goal to complete the dominant display.
Manager Mikel Arteta's side hold a six-point lead, though Manchester City have two games in hand starting with Monday's match against Everton; Arsenal pivot focus toward Tuesday's Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid.
Fulham, who have never won away at Arsenal in 33 league visits, offered little resistance as Arsenal prepare for West Ham United while Manchester City face Brentford in their pursuit of the title.
FC Arsenal impressively presents at the 3-0 against Fulham in the championship duel with Manchester City. Focus: Returners Bukayo Saka – and Per Mertesacker.
Arsenal players defeated Fulham 3-0 in front of their home fans in the 35th round of the English championship and are once again six points ahead of second-placed Manchester City, who will visit Everton on Monday and also have a game in hand against Crystal Palace.