US EditionArsenal See Off Sunderland and Stretch Lead at the Top
- On February 7, 2026, Arsenal beat Sunderland 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium, with goals from Martín Zubimendi and Viktor Gyokeres. Gyokeres scored twice, including a late second.
- A third game in a week shifted Arsenal's focus back to the title race after beating Chelsea on Tuesday to reach the Carabao Cup final, while Sunderland arrived as this season's surprise package.
- A stubborn Sunderland block made chances scarce, as Arsenal stayed patient against Sunderland's deep block while Gabriel Jesus had a penalty ruled out for offside shortly after the opener.
- With a nine-point cushion, Arsenal have shifted pressure onto Manchester City, who must respond as they travel to face Liverpool tomorrow.
- Gyokeres's form since the new year highlights a squad becoming more clinical and resilient, and Arsenal's momentum across competitions strengthens their title bid with 39 points remaining.
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Arsenal on Saturday, opened a nine-point advantage at the top of the Premier League, thanks to a 3-0 thrashing of Sunderland. The Gunners came into the game knowing that could stretch their lead, with two of their title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City facing off at Anfield tomorrow. Although they struggled to break down the Black Cats for most of the first half, Mikel Arteta’s men eventually went in front, with Martin Zubimendi lashing home…
Soccer-Gyokeres double as Arsenal outclass Sunderland to extend lead
LONDON, Feb 7 (Reuters) - Viktor Gyokeres struck twice as Arsenal sealed a comfortable 3-0 win over Sunderland to extend their advantage at the top of the Premier League table to nine points on Saturday, turning up the pressure on Manchester City ahead of their trip to Liverpool. Read full story
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