London: Olivier Giroud’s thunderbolt helped Arsenal see off the challenge of West Ham and cement their place in the top four of the English Premier League with a 3-0 victory. The Gunners recorded an eighth home league success to keep the pressure on second-placed Manchester City after finally seeing off what was a spirited second-half effort from the Hammers.

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud celebrates after scoring against West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Pic/AFP