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Rice's Brace Sparks Arsenal's 3-2 Triumph at Bournemouth

3 January 2026

Rice's Brace Sparks Arsenal's 3-2 Triumph at Bournemouth
Rice's brace seals a dramatic win for Arsenal at Bournemouth.

Match Report

Declan Rice starred as Arsenal edged Bournemouth 3-2 at the Vitality.

Gabriel Magalhaes and Rice scored, with Rice claiming a brace.

Opta says Rice first Premier League double came in his 296th top-flight appearance.

His second arrived from Saka run, finishing into an empty net.

Saka direct contribution now sits at 105 assists in the league, matching Fabregas.

Only five Arsenal players have more assists in the Premier League era.

Arsenal moved up the table, while Bournemouth pressed hard but could not derail the visitors.

The win keeps Arsenal in the hunt for a top-four finish.

Punchline 1: If Arsenal keep this up, the trophy cabinet might need a bigger shelf.

Punchline 2: Saka assists are rising so fast gravity is filing for a raise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the result of the match?

Arsenal won 3-2 against Bournemouth.

Who scored for Arsenal?

Gabriel Magalhaes and Declan Rice (twice) were the scorers.

What notable milestone did Rice achieve?

Rice scored his first Premier League double in his 296th appearance.

What is noted about Saka's involvement?

Saka provided the assist for Rice's second and has 105 Premier League assists, matching Fabregas.