Liverpool suffered a 3-2 defeat to Brentford last night, whilst Manchester City fell to a 1-0 loss against Aston Villa this afternoon - resulting in a four-point cushion for Arteta’s side. However, despite the triumph in North London, numerous players fell way below the high standards they’ve previously set for themselves in England’s top-flight.

And a very happy Monday to those of you strolling into the office after celebrating three points at the weekend.

Arsenal XI: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Eze, Trossard, Saka, Gyokeres Subs: Arrizabalaga, Mosquera, White, Hincapie, Martinelli, Norgaard, Nwaneri, Merino, Lewis-Skelly

Don't look now, but Arsenal are passing each test with precision and now lead the Premier League by four points, while sitting six points ahead of Man City

Victory at Emirates Stadium would move the Gunners seven points ahead of title rivals Liverpool and firmly establish them as favourites to be crowned champions.

Meanwhile, all three newly promoted clubs have won on the same Premier League matchday for the first time since November 2020.