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Saka Brace Powers Arsenal 3-0, Six-Point Lead

5/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Bukayo Saka returned from an Achilles injury and scored two goals as Arsenal beat Fulham 3-0.
Opta's model gave Arsenal a 79.7% chance of the title and left them six points ahead of Manchester City with a superior goal difference despite having played two games more.
Fulham manager Marco Silva said a sickness virus hit some players but he would not cite it as an excuse.

History

Historical Context

Arsenal’s 2003-04 campaign ended with a 90-point, unbeaten league title – 26 wins and 12 draws – the first perfect season since Preston North End in 1888-89 and a record 49-match unbeaten run. That legacy fuels expectations as Bukayo Saka returns and manager Mikel Arteta eyes another lead, while Fulham under Marco Silva battles injuries.

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Story summary

Bukayo Saka returned from an Achilles injury and scored two goals as Arsenal beat Fulham 3-0.
Opta's model gave Arsenal a 79.7% chance of the title and left them six points ahead of Manchester City with a superior goal difference despite having played two games more.
Fulham manager Marco Silva said a sickness virus hit some players but he would not cite it as an excuse.

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