Two second-half strikes from Declan Rice helped Arsenal clinch a crucial 3–2 victory over Bournemouth to move further clear at the Premier League’s summit.

Declan Rice proved why he’s a leading candidate to be the Premier League’s player of the season by inspiring Arsenal to a come-from behind victory at Bournemouth that opened up a six-point lead.

Mikel Arteta has downplayed the likelihood of Ethan Nwaneri leaving Arsenal on loan this month, insisting "every player has a role". Nwaneri came off the bench against Club Brugge in the Champions League in early December but has not played a single minute in the five matches since.

Premier League leaders FC Arsenal have made a successful start to the new year. The Gunners won their away game at Bournemouth FC 3-2 without shining and thus remain six points ahead of Aston Villa.

Jan 3 (Reuters) - Arsenal beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League, with Aston Villa moving into second place and Wolverhampton Wanderers finally getting their first league win of the season at the 20th attempt.

That was intense!Arsenal traveled to Bournemouth's pitch this Saturday evening for the 20th round of the Premier League.Four days after their convincing win against Aston Villa (4-1), the leaders of