The fact remains that Burnley have already faced Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester Utd, Liverpool, Manchester City, Aston Villa and Arsenal, and STILL find themselves three points clear of the relegation zone. If that won't put a smile on Burnley fans' faces, then I don't know what will.

William Saliba has passed a late fitness test for Arsenal’s trip to Burnley in the Premier League this afternoon. The defender injured his ankle in last week’s win over Crystal Palace, when he was forced off at half-time.

Up front, Viktor Gyokeres continues his adaptation, tasked with occupying Burnley’s defence and finishing ruthlessly. Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard flank him, both capable of deciding matches with a moment of clarity or courage.

The first half was an impressive show of dominance from the league leaders, preventing their hosts from having a shot of any kind in the opening 45 minutes. Arsenal took the lead on 14 minutes, Viktor Gyokeres heading home from a matter of inches after Gabriel had headed a Declan Rice corner back across the Burnley goal.

Mohamed Salah's 250th Liverpool goal ended the Premier League champions' losing streak in a 2-0 win against Aston Villa, while leaders Arsenal beat Burnley to surge seven points clear on Saturday.Arsenal eased past Burnley 2-0,

League leaders Arsenal continue their title challenge against a Burnley side who have won back-to-back matches in the Premier League for the first time in two-and-a-half years. BBC Sport examines some of the key themes ahead of Saturday's clash at Turf Moor.

Arteta’s side would eventually double their lead in the 35th minute through Rice. At the end of a sweeping move which began with Kyle Walker launching a long throw into Arsenal’s box, the visiting midfielder crashed into Burnley’s penalty area to head a deft cross from Trossard into the bottom corner.