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Arsenal have extended their unbeaten run across all competitions.
Arsenal re-opened a five point lead at the top of the Premier League thanks to a win over their London rivals Brentford.
Mikel Merino and Bukayo Saka made sure Arsenal remain five points clear atop the Premier League table.
Mikel Merino scored one goal and set up another as Arsenal beat Brentford 2-0 to reopen their five-point lead over Man City; Spain international Merino has scored 21 goals in the calendar year having
Mikel Merino was the hero yet again for Arsenal, picking up a goal and an assist as the Premier League leaders saw off a stubborn Brentford side 2-0 at the Emirates to restore their five-point advantage over second-placed Manchester City.
Mikel Merino accused Moises Caicedo of a "horrible challenge" after the Chelsea midfielder was given a red card for a first-half foul on the Arsenal forward.