Arsenal didn't let the international break derail their momentum as the Gunners returned to Premier League action this weekend with a huge 4-1 win over Leeds United. A Gabriel Jesus brace was followed by Ben White and Granit Xhaka on the scoresheet, rendering Rasmus Kristensen's goal a mere consolation.
Mikel Arteta saw his side restore their lead to eight points clear of title rivals Manchester City, with nine games left for the side to get themselves over the line. They have put themselves in a great position to do that, but the return of Jesus to the starting 11 for the first time since November has come as a timely boost.
"Delighted for him," Arteta said on the striker after the game. "They all were. We were all clapping for him. He’s been working so hard for the last for or five months with a lot of support from the team and the staff. Today he deserved the chance to start. He grabbed the opportunity with a lot of conviction and with two goals."
