Arsenal routs Leeds 4-0 to open seven point lead in the Premier League
Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres, right, celebrates scoring his side's third goal of the game with team-mate Jurrien Timber during the English Premier League soccer match between Leeds United and Arsenal in Leeds, England, Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Credit: AP/Mike Egerton
Arsenal powered seven points clear at the top of the Premier League after beating Leeds 4-0 on Saturday.
Mikel Arteta's team ended a three-game winless run in style at Elland Road and strengthened its title charge.
Martin Zubimendi, Viktor Gyokeres and Gabriel Jesus were all on target, and Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow added an own goal.
Manchester City and Aston Villa can cut Arsenal's lead back to four points when they play on Sunday.
Last-placed Wolverhampton lost for the 18th time this season, 2-0 at home to Bournemouth.
Everton scored in the seventh minute of added time to draw at Brighton 1-1.
Chelsea was playing West Ham and defending champion Liverpool was hosting Newcastle in the later kickoffs.
Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta gives instructions to his players during the English Premier League soccer match between Leeds United and Arsenal in Leeds, England, Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Credit: AP/Ian Hodgson
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