“Arsenal moved six points clear at the top of the Premier League with Bukayo Saka playing a starring role and Viktor Gyokeres taking his season’s goal tally to 21 as they comfortably beat Fulham at Emirates Stadium.” This statement encapsulates the significance of Arsenal’s recent performance against Fulham on May 2, 2026.
In a dominant display, Arsenal won 3-0, with Gyokeres scoring two goals. Bukayo Saka, who made his first start since recovering from an Achilles injury, assisted Gyokeres’ first goal and netted the second himself.
This victory not only solidifies Arsenal’s position at the top of the Premier League but also highlights their impressive home record against Fulham, maintaining an unbeaten streak that now extends to 32 matches.
Gyokeres’ performance was particularly noteworthy as he became the second Arsenal player in this century to score over 20 goals in his debut season, following Alexis Sanchez’s achievement in the 2014/15 season.
Meanwhile, Fulham struggled offensively, failing to score in four consecutive away matches in the Premier League. Their inability to find the back of the net has raised concerns about their attacking capabilities.
Saka’s return is a significant boost for Arsenal. He has been directly involved in 150 goals across his 308 appearances for the club, showcasing his importance to Mikel Arteta’s squad.
The match also saw Riccardo Calafiori have a goal ruled out for offside, which could have altered the game’s dynamics had it stood.
Looking ahead, Arsenal faces a crucial Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. Following that, they will play West Ham United in their next league match on Sunday.
Freya Donnelly is the Sports Reporter at News-UK, covering tennis, cricket and athletics with seven years of reporting experience. She reported on Team GB through an Olympic cycle. She holds a degree in Sport and Media from the University of Brighton and completed an NCTJ diploma. Based in Brighton, she plays club cricket in the summer. “Listening is the most underrated skill in sports reporting.”
