"Hope is something Arsenal fans have had plenty of in recent title battles, but often been shattered as the Gunners ultimately fell short. This season, however, feels different. Saturday's 2-0 win at Burnley was their fifth in a row in the Premier League that moved them seven points clear in top spot, albeit having played a game more than some of those below them."
"The victory also put pressure on traditional rivals such as Manchester City - who are nine points behind and host second-placed Bournemouth on Sunday - and Liverpool, who Aston Villa later on Saturday 10 off the pace. It is, of course, still early days but could this finally be Arsenal's year after a 22-year wait and finishing runners-up for the past three seasons? BBC Sport takes a look at why their championship charge is looking stronger than ever."
Arsenal sit top of the Premier League after a fifth consecutive victory, seven points clear while having played one more game than some rivals. The 2-0 win at Burnley increased pressure on Manchester City, Bournemouth and Liverpool. Burnley arrived with a reputation for defensive solidity, limiting Arsenal's open-play chances and making set-pieces decisive. Arsenal have scored eight goals from corners in the first ten league games and 12 of their 18 league goals from dead-ball situations, the highest ratio recorded in a Premier League season. The team deploys Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber in advanced positions to create overloads.
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