Walcott fires Gunners back to the top

Theo Walcott’s second brace in 12 days took Arsenal back to the top of the Barclays Premier League, at least temporarily.

Thu, 26 Dec, 2013 - 17:11

Theo Walcott’s second brace in 12 days took Arsenal back to the top of the Barclays Premier League, at least temporarily.

Fit-again England flyer Walcott spared Arsenal’s blushes at West Ham as Arsene Wenger’s men came from behind to win 3-1 at Upton Park.

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