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Arsenal score four second-half goals to beat Aston Villa 4-1 and end the year five points clear at the top of the Premier League table.
Arsenal vs Brighton prediction: team news, kick-off context and key talking pointsArsenal return to Premier League action looking to consolidate their position at the summit, with Brighton arriving
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Do Arsenal really struggle to score from open play?
Arsenal have often been accused of lacking creativity from open play and relying too heavily on set pieces to score goals. This narrative has gained traction in recent months, despite the quality available to Mikel Arteta and the attacking talent at his disposal.
Alessia Russo scored on her 100th Women's Super League appearance as Arsenal beat Everton at Goodison Park to move second in the table. The England striker diverted captain Kim Little's volley goalwards with her chest to put the visitors back in front in fortuitous fashion in the 15th minute.
On his return from injury the Brazilian center back scored and set the tone for a dominant, statement win against Aston Villa.
Dismissed by the Gunners in 2019 just over a year after succeeding Arsene Wenger, Emery’s spell at Villa has been a very different story. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.