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Arsenal edge Liverpool in five-goal thriller, send statement as Premier League title contenders

LONDON -- Mikel Arteta's side proved why they are top of the table in the Premier League after beating Liverpool 3-2 at the Emirates. Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring in the first minute of the match and despite equalising twice, Liverpool were left chasing the game.

- Report: Arsenal 3-2 Liverpool | Premier League table | Upcoming fixtures

The Gunners stay one point ahead of Manchester City and and 14 points ahead of Jurgen Klopp's side, a massive gap for the Reds to recover over the rest of the season.