Arsenal closed out 2025 in style with a 4-1 home win over Aston Villa at the Emirates on Tuesday. All the action came after the break, showcasing the Gunners’ firepower! ⚽🔥
Gabriel Magalhaes headed in from a corner to kick off the scoring, followed by Martín Zubimendi’s first-time strike in the 52nd minute. Leandro Trossard then curled home a beauty in the 69th, and substitute Gabriel Jesus capped the show just a minute after coming on, firing in from close range. 🎯
The victory puts Arsenal five points clear of Manchester City—who face Sunderland on New Year’s Day—and six ahead of Villa. Manager Mikel Arteta was all smiles as he celebrated with his coaching team at the final whistle. 😄
Arteta praised the squad’s depth and second-half intensity: “We knew Villa would be tough, but our start to the second half was amazing. We were efficient in everything we did.” With no standout top scorer yet, the Gunners’ goal-sharing approach could be the X-factor this season.
Villa boss Unai Emery defended a post-match handshake miss by blaming the cold at the Emirates, sticking to his usual end-of-game routine. Meanwhile, Ollie Watkins grabbed a late consolation for Villa.
Elsewhere in the Premier League:
- Chelsea drew 2-2 with Bournemouth
- Newcastle won 3-1 at Burnley
- Manchester United drew 1-1 with Wolverhampton Wanderers
- West Ham drew 2-2 with Brighton
- Everton beat Nottingham Forest 2-0
As 2025 wraps up, Arsenal sit proudly atop the table. Can Arteta and co. hold on for their first title since 2004? Stay tuned! 👀
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4-1 statement win over Aston Villa keeps Arsenal top of Premier League
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