Arsenal Move Six Points Clear at Premier League Summit with Win at Bournemouth
Arsenal secured a victory over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, moving six points clear at the top of the Premier League table. Gabriel Magalhães scored an equaliser for Arsenal after an earlier error, with manager Mikel Arteta praising his reaction and energy following the goal. Declan Rice, returning from a knee injury after passing a late fitness test, scored twice to help secure the win. Eli Junior Kroupi scored a late goal for Bournemouth.
The victory was seen as evidence of Arsenal's improved personality and presence, especially as they avenged two defeats to Bournemouth from the previous season. Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola expressed frustration over the club's ongoing 11-game winless run in the league. Regarding player transfers, Iraola noted that Antoine Semenyo is expected to feature in the upcoming match against Tottenham despite his imminent move to Manchester City, emphasizing that Semenyo remains a Bournemouth player for now.
