Updated On: 05 January, 2026 08:23 AM IST | Bournemouth | AFP
Arsenal manager Mikel praises England international for stretching himself to the limit and scoring a fine brace in 3-2 victory over Bournemouth

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice celebrates scoring against Bournemouth on Saturday. Pic/Getty Images
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his team’s resilience to fight back from conceding early to beat Bournemouth 3-2 is a sign of their growth as they aim to end a 22-year wait to win the English Premier League (EPL).
The Gunners moved six points clear of Aston Villa at the top of the table and seven ahead of Manchester City, who host Chelsea in their game-in-hand on Sunday.