Arsenal delivered a near-perfect performance, and the timing couldn't have been better. With Manchester City busy in FA Cup action last week and not playing until Monday, Mikel Arteta's side seized the opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the table, easing some of the mounting pressure.

Arteta deserves special praise for a bold tactical decision. He handed left-back Myles Lewis-Skelly his first start in midfield, leaving out Martin Zubimendi—the outfield player with the most minutes for the Gunners this season. It was a risk that paid off handsomely.

The 19-year-old Lewis-Skelly looked composed and assured in his new role. Alongside the attacking trio of Riccardo Calafiori, Bukayo Saka, and Eberechi Eze, Arsenal's offense clicked in a way it hasn't for weeks. Saka, starting on the right flank for the first time since the Carabao Cup final defeat to Manchester City, was electric and a constant menace before being withdrawn at halftime.

Up front, Viktor Gyokeres continued his fine form, backing up a strong midweek display against Atletico Madrid with a double. Despite some early-season criticism following his summer move from Sporting, the striker now has 21 goals in all competitions—a remarkable return. In fact, the last Arsenal player to score 20-plus goals in their debut season was Alexis Sanchez back in 2014-15.

Beyond the win, Arteta's side also boosted their goal difference, moving four clear of City and pulling level on goals scored. With three games remaining, the Gunners are just three wins away from ending their 22-year title drought. And if they can overcome Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, they'll reach their first Champions League final since 2006—a truly monumental season in the making.