This article was originally published on www.paininthearsenal.com as 3 standout players from Arsenal's impressive 2-0 Premier League win over Burnley.

William Saliba has passed a late fitness test for Arsenal’s trip to Burnley in the Premier League this afternoon. The defender injured his ankle in last week’s win over Crystal Palace, when he was forced off at half-time.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice also spoke to Premier League Productions about the performance: "They have maybe lost [at home] once in like 18 months. We knew it was going to be tough, so we had to stick to our principles. Our quality shone through and we could've scored four or five goals in the first half.

Mikel Arteta said his side's first-half display in a comfortable 2-0 win at Burnley was "one of the best we have played" as they extended their lead at the top of the Premier League.

Arsenal are already without Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Noni Madueke, Martin Odegaard, and Gabriel Martinelli all due to injury issues.

Up front, Viktor Gyokeres continues his adaptation, tasked with occupying Burnley’s defence and finishing ruthlessly. Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard flank him, both capable of deciding matches with a moment of clarity or courage.

League leaders Arsenal continue their title challenge against a Burnley side who have won back-to-back matches in the Premier League for the first time in two-and-a-half years. BBC Sport examines some of the key themes ahead of Saturday's clash at Turf Moor.

The first half was an impressive show of dominance from the league leaders, preventing their hosts from having a shot of any kind in the opening 45 minutes. Arsenal took the lead on 14 minutes, Viktor Gyokeres heading home from a matter of inches after Gabriel had headed a Declan Rice corner back across the Burnley goal.