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Arsenal beat Brentford but Mikel Arteta suffers blows - all you need to know

Arsenal moved five points clear at the top of the Premier League after goals from Mikel Merino and Bukayo Saka were enough to see the Gunners beat Brentford 2-0

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Bukayo Saka's goal sealed the win

Everything you need to know as Arsenal moved five points clear at the top of the table after Brentford victory, but Mikel Arteta suffers more injury blows.

• Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Brentford with goals from Mikel Merino and Bukayo Saka, moving five points clear at the top of the Premier League.
• Merino and David Raya were the standout players, with both vital in winning the match. Merino was the match winner after scoring the opening goal, while Raya made an incredible reflex save to prevent an equaliser.
• Arsenal's win was overshadowed by injuries, as defender Cristian Mosquera was forced off in the first half, and midfielder Declan Rice sustained a knock in the second half.
• Mikel Arteta's initial tactical changes and decision to rotate key players like Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber failed to convince early on, with the Gunners not at their best despite the comfortable scoreline.
• Gabriel Martinelli struggled to make an impact in the first half, while substitutes Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze provided much-needed energy when introduced, with the former sealing the win. Full story here: Arsenal player ratings vs Brentford as Mikel Arteta spared red face in win