After stunning Premier League leaders Liverpool and sparking debate with their celebrations, Arsenal emphasized their prowess with another commanding victory over West Ham on Sunday.
The ruthless Gunners secured a 6-0 win, causing many home fans to leave at halftime and undoubtedly making their title rivals take notice.
In the first half-hour at the London Stadium, the match seemed evenly contested, with few chances for both sides.
However, William Saliba’s opener triggered a collapse for the Hammers, as Arsenal swiftly scored three goals in six minutes, leading 4-0 at halftime.
Bukayo Saka and former West Ham captain Declan Rice added two more quick goals in the second half.
This victory marked Arsenal’s joint-biggest away league win, the first by a six-goal margin since December 1935 against Aston Villa.
Saka surpassed 50 goals for Arsenal, reaching 13 for the season in all competitions.
In another crucial match, Scott McTominay’s 86th-minute header secured a vital victory for Manchester United against Aston Villa in their quest for Champions League qualification.
Despite Villa’s relentless attacks and numerous chances, McTominay’s goal sealed United’s fourth successive victory, their best run of the season, bringing them within five points of fifth-placed Villa and six adrift of Tottenham.
The result, though harsh on Villa, showcased United goalkeeper Andre Onana’s prowess in denying their attempts to draw level.