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Arteta spent six years at Everton as a player but he rarely enjoyed his returns to Goodison Park. As Arsenal boss he won only once in five visits, that coming in 2023 when Leandro Trossard earned the Gunners a narrow 1-0 victory.

Arsenal emphatically proved their title credentials with a convincing victory over Aston Villa at the Emirates. Goals from Gabriel, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus in a brilliant second half from Mikel Arteta’s side meant they moved five points clear of second-place Manchester City, who play on Thursday.

It took a one-week delay, then over 100 minutes, and then a lengthy penalty shootout, but Arsenal have eventually progressed past Crystal Palace, to advance to the League Cup semifinals and set up a showdown against Chelsea.

Noni Madueke opened the scoring midway through the first half with a stunning goal, before nabbing a second shortly after the break. Gabriel Martinelli struck with a beautifully, curling strike before the hour mark to secure the three points for Arsenal.