Fulham 0 Arsenal 3 LIVE RESULT: Gunners go FIVE points clear of Man City with dominant win over Cottagers – updates

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Arsenal dominated Fulham with a decisive 3-0 victory at Craven Cottage.

The Gunners thought they opened the scoring on 16 minutes when Gabriel Martinelli’s run from the left led to a shot that Bernd Leno palmed away before Antonee Robinson’s deflection pushed the ball back in his own goal.

But VAR intervened saved Robinson’s blushes as his oggie was chalked off with Martinelli being caught just inches offside in the build-up.

But the North Londoners wouldn’t be denied as they finally got their opener just five minutes later when Leandro Trossard’s pinpoint corner delivery from the left found Gabriel Magalhaes who netted with a towering header.

Mikel Arteta’s side doubled their lead another five minutes later when Trossard’s cross from the left found an unmarked Martinelli who scored with a header.

And Trossard capped off a fantastic second half with another assist from the left as he set skipper Martin Odegaard up for a fine shot in the second minute of stoppage time.

Arsenal slowed down in the second half but saw Gabriel Jesus coming back and the striker almost scored on his big return.

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Arteta on Jesus

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta wasn't sure about fielding Gabriel Jesus against Fulham in a match the visitors had in the bag during the final moments of the second half.

Arteta said: "Big boost. The first step today. We didn’t know if it was the right game today.

"He put a lot in the last few months and all the staff spent so many hours to fulfil his needs.

"He wanted more and he was very willing to get back. To see him there with a smile was a joy. I’m really happy for him."

Odegaard on Trossard and Jesus

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard praised Leandro Trossard's performance and is very happy to have Gabriel Jesus back in action.

Odegaard told Sky Sports: "We did really well from the start. We controlled the game and scored some good goals in the first half. The second half was a bit different but very good.

"[Trossard] has brought some amazing things to the team. I love playing with him. He’s good to find the right pass. We’re really happy to have him on the team. It was a good ball from Leo over the head of a defender. I kept my composure and put my shot in the corner.

"It’s a massive boost. [Jesus]’s been out for a while now. We know what he’ll give to the team. We’re excited to have him back."

Gabriel Jesus stats

Arsenal star Gabriel Jesus made his long-awaited return from knee injury.

Jesus only managed 16 minutes and thus couldn't make much of an impact.

But the striker still produced a shot on target and almost scored in a one-on-one encounter with Bernd Leno.

Here's how the Brazil international fared on his comeback:

Trossard stands out

Arsenal ace Leandro Trossard put together a man-of-the-match performance against Fulham.

Trossard produced three assists with all of his crosses coming from the left side.

And as the heat map below shows, the winger was also prolific in the middle.

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Updated Premier League table

Arsenal are still top of the Premier League table after their victory over Fulham.

The Gunners have regained their five-point lead ahead of title rivals Manchester City.

The Cottagers, on the other hand, are eighth with the same points as seventh-placed Brighton.

Marco Silva's men are two points behind Newcastle and sixth place.

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Fulham vs Arsenal stats

Arsenal dominated 55 per cent of possession against Fulham.

The Gunners registered a total of 15 shots, seven of which were on target.

The Cottagers, on the other hand, produced 12 shots, but only two of them were on target.

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FT: Fulham 0-3 Arsenal

Arsenal dominated Fulham with a decisive victory at Craven Cottage.

The Gunners thought they opened the scoring after 16 minutes when Gabriel Martinelli's run from the left led to a shot that Bernd Leno palmed away before Antonee Robinson's deflection pushed the ball back in his own goal.

But VAR saved Robinson's blushes as his oggie was chalked off with Martinelli being caught just inches offside in the build-up.

But the North Londoners wouldn't be denied as they got their opener just five minutes later when Leandro Trossard's pinpoint corner delivery from the left found Gabriel Magalhaes who netted with a towering header.

Mikel Arteta's side doubled their lead another five minutes later when Trossard's cross from the left found an unmarked Martinelli who scored with a header of his own.

And Trossard capped off a fantastic second half with another assist from the left as he set skipper Martin Odegaard up for a fine finish in the second minute of stoppage time.

Arsenal slowed down in the second half but saw Gabriel Jesus coming back and the striker almost scored on his return.

FT: Fulham 0-3 Arsenal

Peep!

That's full-time in London!!!

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Three more minutes of added time to go.

Tempo has significantly slowed down.

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And there he is, Jesus has returned for Arsenal.

The Gunners, meanwhile, missed a chance with Nelson whose shot went over the bar

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Fulham fans are already leaving Craven Cottage after a poor performance.

I don't think Wilson's missed chance just now could have convinced them to stay until full-time.

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Chance!

Arsenal star Jesus almost marks his return with a goal during a deadly counter-attack.

Vieira drives the ball forward and plays to his the striker to his right.

The Brazilian tries a shot that Leno blocks

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Fulham are looking for a consolation goal before full-time.

Arsenal have significantly slowed down.

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Substitution

Arsenal boss Arteta brings on Tomiyasu, who replaces White at right-back

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Jesus has been looking sharp already on the pitch.

Some quick passing and good positioning from the striker so far.

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Substitution

Fulham boss Silva also made his first change as Wilson replaced Pereira

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Substitution

It's the moment all Arsenal fans have been waiting for almost three months!

Jesus is coming on as he replaces the amazing Trossard. Vieira also coming on as he takes Martinelli's place.

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Chance

Fulham ace Pereira delivers a free kick down the right and Adarabioyo gets a header from a tight angle but Ramsdale palms it away.

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Yellow card

And we have the first booking of the match for Arsenal captain Odegaard who pulled Pereira during a dangerous attack

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Just a quick update, it looks like it was actually Mitrovic's header that rattled Ramsdale's crossbar.

Both the striker and Adarabioyo went for the header...

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Substitution

Arsenal boss Arteta makes a double change with Tierney and Nelson coming on for Zinchenko and Saka

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Time is running out for a dramatic comeback but Fulham are looking very good.

The hosts are keeping their lines up and creating chances, a completely different image from the first half.

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Chance!

Fulham ace Adarabioyo rattles the crossbar with a thunderous header after a corner delivery from the right!

That was by far the Cottagers best opportunity as Marco Silva's side is asking questions now.

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Lovely atmosphere at Craven Cottage, which is in full force.

Arsenal are very dangerous on the counter with some quick passing between midfield and attack