Arsenal secured a dominant victory over West Ham, triumphing with a resounding 6-0 scoreline. This exceptional performance significantly boosted their goal difference in the Premier League title race.

Bukayo Saka stole the show with a brilliant brace, while Declan Rice scored against his former club, as Arsenal demolished West Ham 6-0 at the London Stadium. The Gunners were determined to avenge their previous losses to The Hammers this season, and they did so in style, showcasing their title credentials.

The scoring started in the 31st minute when William Saliba headed in a corner from Rice. Saka, who had missed a couple of chances earlier, made amends by converting a clinical penalty just before half-time. Gabriel then marked his 150th appearance for Arsenal with a header from a set piece, making it 3-0. The misery for West Ham continued when Leandro Trossard curled in a sublime fourth in first-half stoppage time.

The second half started in the same fashion, with Saka adding to his tally with a low strike at the near post, reaching 100 goal contributions in his Arsenal career. Rice then added insult to injury with a stunning 25-yard curler, refusing to celebrate against his former team. West Ham could only go through the motions for the rest of the match, and were met with boos from their fans at the final whistle.

With this victory, Arsenal have now won all four of their league matches in 2024, closing the gap on league leaders Liverpool to just two points. They sit in third place, behind second-placed Manchester City on goal difference.

On the other hand, West Ham’s winless run in the league since the start of the year extends to five matches, leaving them in eighth position.

Next up for Arsenal is a visit to Burnley on Saturday, while West Ham will face Nottingham Forest. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling encounter.