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Walcott hat-trick perfect boost for Gunners ahead of Cup final

Arsenal v West Bromwich Albion - Barclays Premier League - Emirates Stadium - 24/5/15 West Brom's James Morrison in action with Arsenal's Theo Walcott Action Images via Reuters

A stunning first-half hat-trick from Theo Walcott gave Arsenal the perfect Premier League send-off from the Emirates with a 4-1 victory over West Bromwich Albion on Sunday.

It ensured the Gunners would approach a record 19th FA Cup final appearance on Saturday against Aston Villa, who lost 1-0 to relegated Burnley, in confident mood.

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