Arsenal player ratings vs Bournemouth: Declan Rice massive on return as Piero Hincapie ineffective Arsenal came through a real test to beat Bournemouth 3-2 and maintain control of the Premier League title race. Gabriel’s error allowed Evanilson to open the scoring, before the Brazilian levelled things up with a sharp finish at the other end.

Declan Rice scored twice in Arsenal's win at Bournemouth on Saturday, and with goals added to his game, is he now the best midfielder in the world?

But that wasn't all that Arsenal would need to dig out the win. Declan Rice's return from a knee injury went a long way as the English midfielder produced a brace. It was a lovely first-time finish from outside the box to put Arsenal ahead for good in the 54th minute of play,

Though Arsenal would see out a 3-2 victory over Bournemouth, their fragilities were on full display with Man City and Aston Villa chasing in the title race.

Two second-half strikes from Declan Rice helped Arsenal clinch a crucial 3–2 victory over Bournemouth to move further clear at the Premier League’s summit.

The best goalscorer in the Premier League is Erling Haaland, but is there a more complete footballing force in the division than Declan Rice? The Arsenal midfielder continues to reach higher levels this season,

Overall it was quite a level game, we were better in the first half but Arsenal had the better of the second half. It is very difficult to score two against Arsenal but to finish without a point is frustrating.