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Arsenal thrash Aston Villa to extend lead at top of the Premier League

Jesus was among the scorers for Arsenal — Jesus was among the scorers for Arsenal (Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal delivered a dominant performance against Aston Villa to thrash them 4-1 in the Premier League.
Returning defender Gabriel opened the scoring, bundling home from the Gunners' first corner of the game, before Martin Zubimendi slotted in after a brilliant Martin Odegaard through ball for Arsenal’s second.
Leandro Trossard lashed one in from the edge of the box, before substitute Gabriel Jesus curled home a superb fourth.
Ollie Watkins scored a consolation for the away side late in the game.
The win sees Arsenal extend their lead at the top of the table to five points, while Villa remain third.

Arsenal v Aston Villa live: Gunners score four in statement thrashing of Premier League title rivals — In full