Arsenal vs Leicester City Review
Leandro Trossard netted a last-minute winner in the 94th minute, helping Arsenal secure a 4-2 victory over a resilient Leicester City at the Emirates Stadium. This win extended Arsenal’s unbeaten home streak against newly-promoted teams to 40 matches (35 wins, 5 draws).
After conceding a late equalizer to Manchester City the previous weekend, Arsenal was eager to start strong against their newly-promoted opponents. Bukayo Saka had a low shot expertly saved by Mads Hermansen, while Gabriel Martinelli missed a clear chance by shooting over the bar from inside the box. The hosts finally broke the deadlock in the 20th minute when Jurrien Timber delivered a perfect cross that Martinelli converted into the bottom corner for his first goal of the season.
The one-sided action continued without any signs of slowing down as the first half went on, with Hermansen making a great save to stop Martinelli, while Kai Havertz missed a fantastic opportunity from close range. However, the Gunners rightfully extended their lead just before halftime, as Martinelli set up Trossard with a clever cut-back, which he finished into the far corner.
Eager to improve after a poor first half, Leicester shocked the home team just two minutes into the second half when James Justin scored with a header from Facundo Buonanotte’s free-kick, reducing the deficit. Arsenal quickly sought to regain their two-goal lead, but Hermansen made crucial saves to deny both Gabriel and Trossard in quick succession. Taking advantage of these missed chances, Leicester astonishingly equalized in the 63rd minute when Justin connected with Wilfred Ndidi’s cross, delivering a stunning first-time volley that thrilled the away fans.
After witnessing title contenders Man City drop points earlier in the day, Arsenal sought a winning goal as the match approached the final 20 minutes. However, Hermansen continued to impress for the visitors, making outstanding saves against Havertz and Trossard. In the fourth minute of stoppage time, Trossard’s shot at the back post was deflected over the line, giving the Gunners a vital three points in a thrilling finish. Havertz later added a fortunate close-range goal, allowing Arsenal to equalize on points with Pep Guardiola’s team at the top of the Premier League.
