Arsenal were “outstanding” against Liverpool and just need to keep pace with Manchester City in order to mount an unlikely title challenge, according to Paul Merson.
Gabrielle Martinelli scored an early opener for Arsenal before two Bukayo Saka goals sealed Arsenal’s return to the Premier League’s summit with a statement 3-2 win against Jurgen Klopp’s side.
With just under a quarter of the Premier League season gone, Mikel Arteta’s young guns now top the table, one point ahead of champions Manchester City, creating a barely-recognisable buzz around the club.
“I thought they were outstanding,” Merson said.
“I thought they started really well, got out of the blocks quickly and scored early doors. I thought Arsenal’s management of the game [after they scored the third] was phenomenal. Once they were 3-2 up there was never really a threat from Liverpool.