Aubameyang strikes 1st Premier League hat-trick vs Leeds, dedicates matchball to his kids

Premier League outfit Arsenal succeeded in ending ir three-game winless run in competition when y took on Leeds United on Sunday. Gunners went on to net four times in game to seal a comfortable win for manr Mikel Arteta. Striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang went on to bag his first hat-trick in Premier League, later promising to gift match ball to his kids. 

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Aubameyang hat-trick helps Arsenal vs Leeds

Aubameyang opened scoring for hosts in 13th minute as he cut down from left flank to strike a low lying shot to beat Illan Meslier. With half-time approaching, Leeds shot-stopper took long to play pass only for Bukayo Saka to close down on him. His attempt to win ball back resulted in a foul on Arsenal forward.

referee was quick to point at spot with Aubameyang calmly slotting ball past keeper to double lead. Hector Bellerin made it 3-0 for Arteta after a brilliant effort from Dani Ceballos in final minute of first half. former Borussia Dortmund superstar went on to complete his hat-trick within two minutes of second half. 

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Aubameyang gifts match ball to kids 

Gabon international succeeded in meeting an exceptional cross from Smith Rowe to head it past Meslier. Leeds appeared to put up a resilient fight when y struck twice, courtesy of goals from Pascal Struijk and Helder Costa. But y did fall short, with Arsenal still winning tie with a two-goal lead. 

This was Aubameyang's first hat-trick in Premier League. And 31-year-old Arsenal skipper has promised to gift match ball to his kids, Pierre Jr and Curtys. "I’m really happy and my kids are going to be happy because y’re going to get it. It means a lot to me. I’m a guy who always works hard and tries to give best — first for my family and team as well."

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Arsenal sit 10th in Premier League table 

Gabon international missed out of action for three games in January following his mor's illness. And he wasn't shy to accede that he has had a rough patch recently. "But w it’s time to get smile back, win games and score goals. Everyone gave a lot of love to me, my mum and my family," said Aubameyang. Meanwhile, Arsenal w sit 10th in Premier League table, with 34 points in 24 games.

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