Half chances came and went for Arsenal as they sought a nerve-easing opener, Gyökeres twice heading off target from teasing crosses and Trossard’s tame effort forcing former Gunners goalkeeper Martínez into his first action of the evening. But Villa were proving frustratingly stubborn despite injuries and suspensions in their defence.

Premier League ‌leaders Arsenal slammed the door shut on charging Aston Villa with a 4-1 home thrashing of Unai Emery's side on Tuesday that put them five points clear at the top of the table going into the New Year.

Gunners boss Mikel Arteta tells title rivals 'we know what we want' after 4-1 hammering of Aston Villa Mikel Arteta warned Arsenal's title rivals that their ruthless 4-1 rout of Aston Villa showed they are on track to win the Premier League for the first time in 22 years.

Report and free match highlights Arsenal beat Aston Villa 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium; Gabriel, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus were on target for Mikel Artetas side; Ollie Watkin

It is expected that Emiliano Martínez will leave Aston Villa this summer. He has looked emotional in his final games for Villa this season amid rumors that Unai Emery will be looking to bring in a younger goalkeeping option. Since joining Villa, Martínez ...

Arsenal destroy Aston Villa's 11-game winning streak with a decisive 4-1 victory, extending their Premier League lead to five points at the Emirates.

Reaction to six Premier League games as leaders Arsenal extend their lead at the top of the table with a dominant victory over Aston Villa.