Arsenal’s dominance shows no sign of slowing down. With goals from Viktor Gyökeres and Declan Rice, the Gunners eased past Burnley with another professional performance, securing yet another win, another clean sheet, and tightening their grip at the top of the Premier League table.
While every player is contributing to this impressive run, Declan Rice once again stood out, a midfield general in complete control. His presence at Turf Moor was commanding, his influence undeniable.
Take Saturday’s clash as the perfect example. Rice was immense. He was everywhere. From the first whistle, the England international dictated the tempo, winning challenges, pushing the team forward, and delivering set-pieces that had Burnley’s defence scrambling. His composure and power in the middle of the park set the tone for Arsenal’s dominance.
And the numbers tell the story better than words ever could:
Declan Rice vs Burnley:
No midfielder has created more chances than Declan Rice in the Premier League in 2025, a statistic that underlines just how complete his game has become.
The Daily Star perhaps captured it best:
“Teams may prepare weekly for Arsenal’s set pieces, but how can you plan against Declan Rice’s deliveries? Another one led to a goal. He then scored a beautifully executed header from Trossard’s cross. His overall game was simply sublime, showcasing some incredible technical skills.”
That header was pure class, a perfectly timed run and a bullet finish that left Burnley’s keeper with no chance. But it wasn’t just about the goal. It was Rice’s leadership, tactical awareness, and relentless energy that made him the standout figure once again.
He’s proving, week after week, exactly why Arsenal paid £100 million for him. His mix of power, speed, passing precision, and defensive intelligence has elevated Mikel Arteta’s side to new heights.
After the match, Rice remained humble, preferring to highlight the collective effort behind Arsenal’s continued success.
“Our quality shone through,” he said with a smile, reflecting on yet another dominant team performance.
With players like Rice and Gyökeres in top form, Arsenal look unstoppable, a side not just winning games, but doing so with authority and style.
