League leaders Arsenal practically demonstrated that they were not affected by the Premier League break, making a strong return against West Ham United with a 3-1 victory on Monday. The team, managed by Mikel Arteta, managed to turn around an initial deficit with a goal to win by three, confirming that their ambition to clinch the title is still at its peak. Arsenal scored three goals through Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Eddie Nketiah in the second half, bouncing back after initially trailing from a penalty by Said Benrahma. Arsenal also maintained its perfect home record in the league this season, raising its points tally to 40 from 15 matches, leading Newcastle United by seven points, who have played 16 matches.