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Arsenal Extend Premier League Lead with 3-2 Victory over Bournemouth

Posted 3rd Jan 2026

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Arsenal secured a 3-2 win against Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, extending their Premier League winning streak to five consecutive matches and moving six points clear at the top of the table.

Declan Rice played a pivotal role for Arsenal, scoring twice after returning from injury and overcoming a late fitness scare that saw him pass a final test to participate.

Gabriel Magalhães contributed Arsenal’s equaliser during the match.

For Bournemouth, Eli Junior Kroupi came on as a substitute and scored a late goal that reduced the deficit.

Earlier on the same day, Aston Villa's victory over Nottingham Forest cut Arsenal’s lead to three points, adding context to the title race.

Sources
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https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jan/03/bournemouth-arsenal-premier-league-match-report
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