Arsenal and Liverpool rediscovered that winning feeling in the Premier League on Saturday.
Arsenal powered seven points clear at the top of the standings after beating Leeds 4-0. Mikel Arteta’s team ended a three-game winless run in style at Elland Road and strengthened its title charge.
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