Arsenal player ratings vs Bournemouth as Declan Rice and two other 8/10 stars shineBOURNEMOUTH 2-3 ARSENAL: A brace from the returning Declan Rice helped the Gunners nudge further ahead of Manchester City in the title race ahead of their game on SundayView 3 Images Declan Rice was Arsenal's star man in the win vs Bournemouth (Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)Arsenal have extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table to six points, following a hard-fought victory on the south coast. ‌The second half kicked off with Martin Odegaard setting up Declan Rice on the edge of the box, who coolly slotted home to put the Gunners in front. However, it was his pass that found Rice for Arsenal's second goal. His aerial prowess was evident in the build-up to the second goal. Bukayo Saka – 7‌Came off the bench and immediately made an impact with an assist from Odegaard's pass, setting up Rice for Arsenal's third goal.

Source: Daily Mirror January 03, 2026 23:33 UTC