Arsenal secured a crucial 3-0 victory against Fulham on May 2, 2026, at the Emirates Stadium. Viktor Gyökeres starred with two goals, marking a significant milestone in his debut season.
Gyökeres’s performance has made him the second Arsenal player to score over 20 goals in his debut season this century. He joins Alexis Sanchez, who netted 25 goals during the 2014-15 campaign.
Key statistics:
- Arsenal scored three goals while Fulham did not score any.
- Bukayo Saka’s goal marked his 150th goal involvement for Arsenal, comprising 80 goals and 70 assists.
- This match extended Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League to six points.
- The expected goals for Arsenal in the first half was 2.4, their highest since May 2022.
Mikel Arteta made five changes to his starting line-up ahead of this London derby, showcasing his tactical flexibility. The Gunners dominated early, leading by three goals at halftime for the first time in a Premier League game since November 2024.
Fulham’s away woes continued as they have not won in their last 33 away matches against Arsenal in league history. Their struggle against Arsenal is well-documented, with this loss adding to their already dismal record.
The victory also put pressure on title rivals Manchester City, who have two games in hand but now trail by six points. As the season progresses towards its climax, every point becomes crucial for Arsenal.
