Bukayo Saka’s return from injury was pivotal as he assisted one goal and scored another in Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over Fulham at the Emirates Stadium. The match marked Saka’s first start since March after an Achilles injury.
Key moments:
- Saka assisted Viktor Gyokeres’ first goal in the ninth minute.
- Gyokeres scored his second goal with a header just before half-time, bringing his season total to 21.
- Riccardo Calafiori had a goal ruled out for offside.
Arsenal made five changes to their starting line-up for the match. Mikel Arteta’s team moved six points clear at the top of the Premier League with this decisive win. Saka tormented Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson during a fantastic first-half performance.
The Gunners almost added a fourth when Calafiori headed onto the crossbar. Arteta wisely decided to take Saka off so that the winger will be 100 percent ready for Tuesday’s return clash with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final.
Arsenal is currently in contention for the Premier League title, while Fulham aims for European qualification. The victory solidified Arsenal’s position in both competitions as they look ahead to their next matches.