Arsenal for the first time created a 9-point gap with the team ranked 2nd in the Premier League table. The last time they did this was in the 2003-2004 campaign, the "Gunners" won the championship.
Not only consolidating the top spot, Arsenal also set a memorable milestone when extending their 44-match unbeaten streak at home against newly promoted teams. This is a new record in Premier League history.
Before the match, coach Mikel Arteta called on fans to create a passionate atmosphere to add motivation for the championship race.
However, the first minutes were not easy for the home team. Sunderland entered the game confidently and even almost caused a shock when David Raya handled it indecisively from a free kick, forcing Kai Havertz to retreat to clear the ball right on the goal line to save.
After a staggering period, The Gunners gradually regained control of the game but faced difficulties against the well-organized defense of the "Black Cats".
Therefore, long-range shots became the main solution, and the turning point came when Martin Zubimendi launched a decisive shot, the ball touched the post and went into the net, opening the score for the home team. This goal helped Arsenal play more smoothly before entering halftime.
The second half witnessed the bravery of the leading team. Sunderland tried to push up the squad, but that opened up space for Arsenal to score more goals.
Viktor Gyokeres, just minutes after entering the field, scored to double the lead in an effortful handling situation.
In injury time, the Swedish striker completed a double after a textbook counter-attack, with a big mark from Gabriel Martinelli's speed and pass. Gyokeres is in high form when contributing to 6 goals in the last 6 appearances.
Some other notable results in round 25 of the Premier League:
Bournemouth 1-1 Aston Villa
Burnley 0-2 West Ham
Fulham 1-2 Everton
Wolves 1-3 Chelsea
Newcastle 2-3 Brentford
