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Martinelli's hat-trick helps Arsenal rally to beat Portsmouth in FA Cup

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Gabriel Martinelli scored his first hat-trick for Arsenal as the Premier League leaders beat second-tier strugglers Portsmouth 4-1 to reach the FA Cup fourth round on Sunday.

Record 14-time Cup winners Arsenal fell behind in the third minute when Colby Bishop raised the decibel level at Fratton Park by firing in a rebound after a save by Kepa Arrizabalaga.

They were only behind for five minutes, though, as Arsenal levelled with their first of three goals from corners.

Portsmouth were unable to deal with the set-piece delivery and the ball eventually went in off home player Andre Dozzell.

Martinelli put the visitors in front when he glanced in Noni Madueke's corner in the 25th minute and then hit the post soon afterwards from close range.

Madueke put a penalty wide just before halftime to keep Portsmouth in contention, but Arsenal eased away after the break as Martinelli converted from a superb pass by Gabriel Jesus.

He completed his hat-trick with a header as Portsmouth were again unable to defend from an Arsenal set piece.

Arsenal have now scored 17 goals from corners this season.

In the day's early kickoff, top-flight Leeds United also came from a goal down to win 3-1 at second-tier Derby County.

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FAQ
1.What was the outcome of the early kickoff match involving Leeds United?
Leeds United came from a goal down to win 3-1 against Derby County.
2.What was significant about Arsenal's goals during the match?
Arsenal scored three goals from corners during the match.
3.How did Portsmouth initially take the lead in the match?
Portsmouth took the lead when Colby Bishop scored from a rebound after a save by Kepa Arrizabalaga.
4.What was the final score of the match between Arsenal and Portsmouth?
The final score was 4-1 in favor of Arsenal.
5.Who scored a hat-trick for Arsenal in the FA Cup match against Portsmouth?
Gabriel Martinelli scored his first hat-trick for Arsenal.
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