The turning point came from a corner when Martinez failed to catch the ball. Gabriel Magalhaes reacted quickly and bundled it into the net to give Arsenal the lead. Arsenal grew in confidence and struck again early in the second half. A sharp press from Martin Odegaard won the ball, and Martin Zubimendi calmly finished from close range.

Leandro Trossard added the third goal with a strong shot from outside the box after Arsenal sliced through Villa’s defence with ease. Gabriel Jesus then marked his return from a long knee injury with a fine curling goal, making it a night to remember for Mikel Arteta’s side.

Villa had chances in the first half and caused problems on the counterattack, but poor finishing cost them. Ollie Watkins missed key opportunities when the match was still level.

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Despite missing Declan Rice due to injury, Arsenal looked solid at the back as Gabriel and Jurrien Timber returned, fixing recent defensive worries. The win leaves Arsenal five points clear at the top of the Premier League. Villa, meanwhile, suffered a reality check after arriving with a long winning run and title hopes