The Gunners wasted no time asserting their authority as Viktor Gyokeres found the back of the net in the 9th minute. Arsenal continued to dominate possession and doubled their advantage in the 40th minute through Bukayo Saka. Just before the halftime whistle, Gyokeres struck again in the 45th minute to bag his brace and effectively put the game out of reach for the visitors.
The second half saw Arsenal manage the game with professional ease. Arteta took the opportunity to rotate his squad, handing a senior debut to 16 year old talent Max Dowman, who nearly added a fourth late in the game. Fulham struggled to create clear-cut opportunities, with former Arsenal man Emile Smith Rowe forced off late in the match due to injury.
This victory is a significant statement for Arsenal, who have now played 35 matches and sit on 76 points. While Manchester City still hold games in hand, the goal difference and the gap at the top provide Arsenal with a massive psychological edge heading into the final weeks of the 2025/2026 season.