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Arsenal revitalized their Premier League title aspirations with a commanding 5-0 victory over Crystal Palace, marking a resounding return to winning form for the Gunners.
Arsenal surged back into the Premier League title race with a dominant 5-0 triumph over Crystal Palace, reclaiming their winning form. Centre-back Gabriel played a pivotal role in the first half, scoring the opening goal with a powerful header and inducing an own goal from Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson. Leandro Trossard extended the lead to 3-0 in the 60th minute, while substitute Gabriel Martinelli sealed the victory with two goals in stoppage time.
Mikel Arteta’s team now shares points with Manchester City and Aston Villa, sitting just two points behind the league leaders, Liverpool. Arsenal, coming off a two-week winter break and a warm weather training camp in Dubai, showed renewed vigor after struggling with just one win in seven games.
Palace, on the other hand, finds itself in a precarious position just above the relegation zone, having won only once in their last 12 matches. Arsenal’s proficiency in set-piece situations was evident, with Gabriel scoring from two corners before halftime, exposing Palace’s defensive vulnerabilities. The victory raises questions about Palace’s future under manager Roy Hodgson, who faces increasing pressure with the team’s poor performance.
