On Saturday 1 November 2025, Burnley F.C. welcomed Arsenal F.C. to Turf Moor in a Premier League clash. The Clarets were chasing momentum in the early part of the 2025-26 campaign after winning back to back matches in October, while the Gunners were intent on stretching their lead at the top of the table. Arsenal sealed a routine 2-0 away win thanks to two first-half headers, leaving Burnley with work to do.
This article on 96.com provides all the latest updates, stats, and highlights from Burnley’s 0-2 loss against Arsenal.
First Half
Arsenal broke the deadlock in the 14th minute. From a corner routine, Gabriel flicked the ball into the path of Viktor Gyökeres who nodded it home from close range. The goal set the tone for the match and put Burnley on the back foot. Burnley struggled to create meaningful chances in the first half; they didn’t register a shot on target before half-time.
In the 35th minute, Arsenal doubled their advantage. A swift counter-attack culminated with Declan Rice heading in a cross from the left, beating Burnley goalkeeper Martin Dúbravka. At the interval, Arsenal led 2-0 and looked in full control, while Burnley were chasing the game.
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Second Half
Burnley attempted to raise their intensity after the break, but the pattern of the match largely remained unchanged. Arsenal defended with discipline and rarely looked threatened. While Burnley improved slightly in output, they failed to break through. According to Opta data, Burnley did not register a shot on target until the 71st minute.
Arsenal’s defence held firm to record yet another clean sheet. From the Gunners’ perspective, the win was professional and efficient without requiring a late flourish.
| Match Statistics | ||
| Category | Burnley | Arsenal |
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Total Shots | 3 | 12 |
| Shots on Target | 0 | 8 |
| Passing Accuracy | 82% | 86% |
| Big Chances | 1 | 4 |
| Corners | 1 | 6 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.42 | 2.47 |
These figures reflect Arsenal’s dominance and Burnley’s inability to produce much threat in the match.
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Table Position & Next Match
As a result of the win, Arsenal extended their lead at the top of the Premier League. They moved to 25 points from 10 games. For Burnley, the loss left them in 17th place with 10 points from 10 matches. Their next fixture: away to West Ham United on Saturday 8 November 2025.
Conclusion
For Burnley, this was a frustrating afternoon. Despite home advantage, they were out-played in key phases and struggled to threaten the opponents’ goal. The early set-piece goal and a second header left them with too much to do. Arsenal, on the other hand, demonstrated why they are top of the league: strong both on and off the ball, defensively solid, and clinically capable of converting chances.
The Gunners’ 2-0 win was a marker of control and consistency. Burnley will now need to regroup ahead of their trip to West Ham and look to pick up points to climb away from the relegation zone.
FAQs
Q: Who scored the goals for Arsenal?
A: Viktor Gyökeres opened the scoring in the 14th minute and Declan Rice doubled the lead in the 35th minute.
Q: Did Burnley have any shot on target?
A: No, they did not manage a shot on target until late in the game; total shots on target were zero for Burnley.
Q: How significant is the result for Arsenal’s season?
A: Very significant, the win extended their lead at the top to seven points and marked another clean sheet, underscoring their title-push credentials.
Q: What must Burnley improve on going forward?
A: They need to generate more chances, improve shot creation and accuracy, and maintain greater control of the game early on. The stats show they lacked penetration and were passive in large parts.
Q: When will Burnley play again?
A: They face West Ham United away next, on 8 November 2025.
