Arsenal deliver statement win and bury the Emery bogey | John Brewin

The fluent football of autumn returned against an Aston Villa team who have often caused Artetas side problemsShould Arsenal lift the Premier League trophy in May, the thrill of the chase will be remembered fondly, difficult forks in the road glorified. Here was a statement win to show that the pain and agony can be worth it. A champion team must often suffer to arrive at beautiful moments. Those scratchy wins over Wolves, Everton and Brighton can now be celebrated alongside a champagne evening ...