Premier League leader Arsenal routs Aston Villa 4-1 to move 5 points ahead of City

Arsenal ensured they finished the year top of the Premier League after beating Aston Villa 4-1 at home in a powerful win on Tuesday.

Substitute Gabriel Jesus' fourth goal a minute after coming on highlighted the depth of Arsenal's bench this season, with manager Mikel Arteta jubilantly high-fiving his assistants at the final whistle.

The victory moved Arsenal five points clear of Manchester City, who play Sunderland on New Year's Day, and six points clear of third-placed Villa.

Martin Zubimendi of Arsenal celebrates scoring his second goal for his team during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Aston Villa in London on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)

Elsewhere, Chelsea drew 2-2 at home to Bournemouth; Newcastle beat lowly Burnley 3-1; and Manchester United beat Wolverhampton at home with a score of 1:1.

Struggling West Ham drew 2-2 with visiting Brighton while Everton won 2-0 at Nottingham Forest.