Rice Scores Against West Ham as Arsenal Go Top of League
Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with a comfortable 2-0 victory over West Ham United, fueled by a goal from former Hammer Declan Rice. Rice broke the deadlock in the 38th minute, scoring from a rebound against the club he left last summer. The Gunners doubled their lead in the 67th minute when Bukayo Saka confidently converted a penalty after Jurriën Timber was fouled in the box. The win was slightly marred by an injury to captain Martin Ødegaard, who was forced off in the first half. The result puts Arsenal at the summit, at least until Liverpool plays later on Saturday.