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Sam Hill

What Oleksandr Zinchenko did after crucial win vs Crystal Palace that Arsenal fans will love

Oleksandr Zinchenko is hoping he can help Arsenal win their first Premier League title since 2004. The Ukrainian defender had won four titles in five years at Manchester City before completing a £30million move to the Emirates Stadium last summer.

Zinchenko had struggled with injuries at the start of the season but is now enjoying a brilliant run of form in the starting XI under Mikel Arteta. The Ukraine international operates in an inverted left-back role, moving into midfield when the Gunners have possession to allow other teammates to press forward.

Zinchenko has been a revelation in defence for Arsenal and fans have taken him into their hearts due to his passion and talent. The north Londoners moved eight points clear of City at the top of the table with a 4-1 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon - and fans absolutely loved what Zinchenko did after the game.

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Arsenal are firmly in pole position to lift their first Premier League title since 2004 this season after the win against Palace. The Eagles sacked Patrick Vieira prior to the defeat against the Premier League leaders as the Gunners moved eight points clear.

Bukayo Saka was the star of the show at the Emirates Stadium, but fan-favourite Zinchenko strengthened his bond with supporters after the match. The Ukraine international was spotted driving home past a large group of Arsenal fans as he wound down his window and cheered from his car, resulting in a huge roars of approval from the Gunners faithful.

It's clear that Zinchenko is enjoying himself as the title race heats up and his experience of being in this situation before will only help Arsenal stay calm and enjoy the moment. The Ukrainian defender has become Arteta's preferred choice at left-back and he has already won fans over this season as he aims to make history in his debut season.

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