Arsenal ratings at Brentford: Granit Xhaka and Fabio Vieira on song as Gunners go back to top of Premier League table

ARSENAL returned to the top of the Premier League with an incredible 3-0 win at Brentford.

The Gunners put in a sparkling display, bouncing back from their first defeat of the season at Manchester United.

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Arsenal put in a brilliant display to thrash Brentford away from homeCredit: Getty

First-half goals from William Saliba and Gabriel Jesus put Mikel Arteta’s side in control.

Fabio Vieira – on his league debut in the place of the injured Martin Odegaard – scored a stunning third to seal the win.

It was Arsenal’s sixth win in seven Premier League matches so far this campaign, and they head into the international break top.

SunSport was at their clash with Brentford to rate their players after another fine win.

AARON RAMSDALE – 6

Didn’t have much to do in either half, and will rarely have a more comfortable day in goal.

What he did have to do, was done well, and his distribution was solid to get his team going.

BEN WHITE – 7

Is keeping Tomiyasu out of the team with his consistent performances at right-back.

Has looked better there as the weeks go on, and his versatility is proving a godsend for Arteta.

WILLIAM SALIBA – 8

Keeps getting better and better as the season goes on, another brilliant display from the young Frenchman.

Bagged a wonderful header to open the scoring, and kept new England international Ivan Toney quiet all day.

GABRIEL MAGALHAES – 8

Is creating a rock solid partnership with Saliba, especially for such a young duo.

Also dealt the Toney very well, and passed the ball from the back. Looked at ease all game.

GRANIT XHAKA – 9

Took over the captaincy from the injured Martin Odegaard, and thrived with a stellar midfield performance.

Dictated play, shielded the back four and made sure the Bees got nothing going all day.

THOMAS PARTEY – 8

Arsenal look so much stronger with him in the team, everything going through him.

His injury problems are a concern, but if he can stay fit, the Gunners have a chance of doing something special this season.

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FABIO VIEIRA – 8

To come in and make your Premier League debut and score a rocket from 25-yards is what dreams are made of it.

It wasn’t just his goal that stood out though, his overall play in tight spaces for impressive.

BUKAYO SAKA – 7

Getting better each week, but could really do with a goal for his confidence to lift.

Had a few chances, and is looking sharp, but could do with one to get his season going.

GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 7

A threat down the left all day, but his defensive work is something to admire as well.

He tracks back and never gives up on a lost cause. So important to this team now.

GABRIEL JESUS – 7

Has already equalled Alexandre Lacazette’s Premier League goal total for the entire of last season, with four.

His work-rate, skill and ability to fashion chances out of nothing has turned Arsenal’s fortunes around.

SUBS:

Eddie Nketiah, 78 mins

Albert Sambi Lokonga, 78 mins

Takehiro Tomiyasu, 82 mins

Marquinhos, 92 mins

Ethan Nwaneri, 92 mins.