Arsenal secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Fulham at the Emirates Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points ahead of Manchester City. The match took place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, and attracted an attendance of 60,196 fans.

Dominant First Half

The Gunners showcased a powerful performance, scoring all three goals in a dominant first-half display. Viktor Gyokeres opened the scoring in the 9th minute, converting a low cross from Bukayo Saka, who was making his first start since the Carabao Cup final. Saka then doubled the lead in the 40th minute, finishing expertly at Bernd Leno's near post after receiving a pass from Gyokeres. Gyokeres added his second goal shortly after, heading in from a Leandro Trossard cross, marking his 21st goal of the season across all competitions.

Player Performances

Viktor Gyokeres was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance, contributing two goals and an assist. Bukayo Saka also impressed, earning a high rating for his impactful return to the starting lineup. Arsenal's overall performance was bolstered by solid contributions from players like Declan Rice and Lewis-Skelly, both of whom received commendable ratings.

The victory not only solidified Arsenal's position at the top of the league but also provided a morale boost following their recent 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final first leg. With this win, Mikel Arteta's side is well-positioned as they prepare for the second leg against Atletico.