Bukayo Saka was the standout player as Arsenal secured a dominant 5-2 victory over struggling West Ham at the London Stadium, moving up to second place in the Premier League. Arsenal took control early, leading 4-0 within the first 36 minutes, with goals from Gabriel, Leandro Trossard, a perfect penalty from Martin Ødegaard, and a strike from Kai Havertz.
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Despite being overwhelmed, West Ham pulled two goals back before halftime, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka scoring a low shot and Emerson netting a stunning free-kick that hit the crossbar. Arsenal quickly restored their two-goal lead with another penalty from Saka just before the break.
The second half saw Arsenal manage the game with ease, maintaining control without much drama. This win keeps Arsenal in second place, six points behind the leaders, ahead of their next match against Manchester United on Wednesday. West Ham, currently in 14th, will aim to regroup before their away match against Chelsea on Tuesday.
