Arsenal's Declan Rice, right, runs to celebrate after scoring his third goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Bournemouth and Arsenal in Bournemouth, England, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
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News1804-01-2026, 07:47

Rice Brace Fires Arsenal Six Points Clear At Top After Thrilling Bournemouth Win

  • Arsenal defeated Bournemouth 3-2 at Vitality Stadium, extending their lead at the Premier League summit.
  • A brace from Rice and a goal from Gabriel secured the crucial victory for Mikel Arteta's side.
  • Bournemouth's Evanilson opened the scoring, with Eli Junior Kroupi adding a late goal to make it a nervy finish.
  • Rice scored in the 54th and 71st minutes, putting Arsenal ahead after Gabriel's equalizer.
  • The win puts Arsenal six points clear of second-placed Aston Villa, while Manchester City (third) has a game in hand.

Why It Matters: Arsenal's thrilling 3-2 win over Bournemouth, fueled by a Rice brace, extends their Premier League lead to six points.

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