Arsenal’s camp could barely hide their delight after securing a dramatic late victory over Luton Town.
The Gunners played out a seven-goal thriller as Declan Rice‘s header in the seventh minute of stoppage time earned them a 4-3 victory at Kenilworth Road.
Rice’s header in the 97th minute sparked wild celebrationsAFP
That win put Mikel Arteta‘s side five points clear at the top of the Premier League, meaning that rivals Liverpool and Manchester City won’t be able to catch them this gameweek, despite both still being yet to play.
Arsenal were far from their best against the Hatters, but securing a valuable three points when a draw seemed likely will be a major, major boost to their Premier League title hopes.
As you’d expect, Rice’s goal sparked wild scenes of celebration both on and off the pitch.
After his header found the back of the net, Rice made his way to the visiting supporters and was swamped by his teammates on the pitch and several of Arsenal’s substitutes who joined in the celebrations.
Arteta and his coaching team struggled to hide their delight on the touchline too, pumping their fists and encroaching on the pitch as they celebrated the match-winning header.
Those celebrations then continued after the match as the Arsenal players continued to share the moment with their supporters, with Rice throwing his shirt to one lucky supporter in the crowd.
Arteta then revealed that the players were jumping around in the dressing room as they revelled in what could be a crucial victory in their aspirations to win the Premier League title this term.
After falling short to Man City last term, the hope for Arteta will be that his squad are better-equipped to last the pace this time around.
Rice looked delighted after grabbing the late winnerAFP
Arteta and the Arsenal bench were just as pleased as the players on the pitch
Based on the celebrations at the end, players and fans alike will be hoping that they have what it takes to go all the way.
