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Arsenal FC produced a commanding display at the Emirates, easing past Fulham FC with a 3-0 triumph that strengthened their grip at the top of the Premier League standings. The spotlight firmly belonged to Bukayo Saka, who marked his first league start since March in emphatic fashion. Having only just returned from an Achilles issue during the midweek clash with Atletico Madrid, the winger delivered both a goal and an assist, showing no signs of rust in a crucial encounter. ‎ Bukayo Saka dazzles with a goal and assist as Arsenal beat Fulham 3-0 at the Emirates, extending their lead at the top with a commanding display. ‎Getty Images Sport  Saka proved unplayable in the opening half, repeatedly troubling Antonee Robinson. His dazzling run set up Viktor Gyokeres for a simple finish after leaving Raul Jimenez behind. He then doubled the advantage himself, finishing clinically at the near post after combining once again with Gyokeres. The third goal arrived before the interv...

Atletico Madrid recovered to claim a 1-1 result against Arsenal in the opening leg of their Champions League semi-final clash, with Julian Alvarez converting from the penalty spot to cancel out Viktor Gyokeres’ earlier effort. ‎ ‎Atletico Madrid earn a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final first leg, with Julian Alvarez scoring and VAR sparing David Hancko. ‎Getty Images Sport  The visitors edged ahead just before the interval when Gyokeres was brought down inside the area by David Hancko, and the striker confidently dispatched the resulting penalty. Prior to that, opportunities had been limited, although Alvarez tested David Raya with a powerful attempt, while Noni Madueke sent a shot narrowly off target. After the restart, Diego Simeone altered his system to a 3-4-3 setup, which shifted the momentum. Atletico emerged with greater urgency, creating a string of chances. Alvarez went close from a free-kick, Ademola Lookman’s effort was denied by Ray...

‎The Champions League semi-final first leg between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich delivered far more than expected, turning into a breathtaking spectacle at Parc des Princes. A dramatic 5-4 win for the hosts was powered by outstanding performances from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembele, who both struck twice. ‎ PSG beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a thrilling Champions League semi-final first leg, with Kvaratskhelia and Dembele starring in a dramatic showdown. ‎Getty Images Sport (3) ‎Bayern made the sharper start and earned a penalty after Willian Pacho brought down Luis Diaz. Harry Kane calmly converted to give the visitors the lead. However, PSG quickly responded as Kvaratskhelia dazzled past Aleksandar Pavlovic before finishing to equalize. ‎ ‎Momentum shifted further when Joao Neves headed in from a Dembele corner, putting PSG ahead. Bayern answered again through a powerful strike by Michael Olise, leveling the contest before halftime. Yet PSG regained the lead...

‎Arsenal delivered a resounding response to recent criticism by thrashing Leeds United 4-0, ending a run of three Premier League matches without a victory. The result sends Mikel Arteta’s side seven points clear of Manchester City at the top of the table and reasserts their title credentials. ‎ ‎ Arsenal back on track in style.  Madueke dazzles after late inclusion as the Gunners hammer Leeds 4-0 and move 7 points clear at the top of the Premier League. Title statement made. ‎Getty Images Sport  ‎ ‎Pre-match preparations were disrupted when Bukayo Saka was ruled out during the warm-up, forcing a late change. Noni Madueke was called upon and wasted no time in making his presence felt, playing a pivotal role as Arsenal gradually took control. ‎ ‎Following a cautious opening, Madueke began to exploit space down the right wing. His quality delivery found Martin Zubimendi, who nodded home to break the deadlock. The winger then caused further chaos with a fierce corner t...