Arsenal delivered another exhilarating performance, scoring five goals for the second time in a week as they triumphed 5-2 over West Ham United in the Premier League. Goals from Gabriel Magalhães, Leandro Trossard, Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz, and Bukayo Saka secured the win, with West Ham’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Emerson providing only fleeting hopes of a comeback.
Coming off a commanding Champions League win against Sporting CP, Arsenal’s attacking prowess remained on full display. Gabriel, despite being a fitness concern earlier in the week, started the match but was substituted at halftime due to an injury, adding some uncertainty ahead of their upcoming clash against Manchester United. The absences of Thomas Partey and Mikel Merino from the squad also raised concerns, but Arsenal’s depth and form kept spirits high as they secured the emphatic victory.
Looking ahead, Arsenal’s next five fixtures present a mix of challenges and opportunities. They begin with a marquee matchup against Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on December 4. United, under Ruben Amorim, have shown signs of improvement but still struggle defensively—a vulnerability Arsenal can exploit. Following this, a trip to Craven Cottage to face Fulham awaits on December 8, a game where Arsenal’s superior form makes them clear favorites.
On December 14, Arsenal host Everton, a team struggling at the lower end of the Premier League table. Arsenal’s dominance at home makes this a favorable fixture. A tougher test looms on December 21 with a visit to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace, where the hostile atmosphere could pose challenges. Arsenal wrap up their festive schedule on December 27 against newly promoted Ipswich Town at the Emirates, a match where anything less than three points would be a disappointment.
The title race remains tight, with key fixtures involving Arsenal’s rivals. Liverpool’s upcoming games include a blockbuster clash against Manchester City, followed by tricky matches against Newcastle and Tottenham. Manchester City’s schedule features high-stakes matches, including games against Liverpool and local rivals Manchester United. These outcomes will undoubtedly shape Arsenal’s title aspirations, making their consistency across their “favorable” run of fixtures all the more crucial.
