Arsenal 4-2 Leicester: Trossard show ensures Gunners pick up all three points against Foxes
Leandro Trossard played a pivotal role in securing a 94th-minute goal, allowing Arsenal to fend off a determined comeback from Leicester City and achieve a 4-2 victory at the Emirates Stadium. This triumph extended Arsenal's unbeaten home streak against newly-promoted teams to 40 matches, comprising 35 wins and 5 draws.
Following a last-minute equalizer conceded against Manchester City the previous weekend, Arsenal was eager to establish an early lead against their newly-promoted opponents.
Bukayo Saka had a low shot expertly saved by Mads Hermansen, while Gabriel Martinelli squandered a chance by shooting over the bar from within the penalty area.
The hosts' persistent pressure bore fruit in the 20th minute when Jurrien Timber delivered a precise cross that Martinelli converted into the bottom corner, marking his first goal of the season.
The one-sided nature of the match continued as the first half unfolded, with Hermansen making a commendable save to deny Martinelli, and Kai Havertz missing a golden opportunity from close range.
Undeterred, Arsenal doubled their advantage just before halftime, as Martinelli's clever cut-back was expertly finished by Trossard into the far corner.
Leicester, eager to rectify their lackluster first-half performance, shocked the home side by scoring within two minutes of the second half. James Justin headed in from Facundo Buonanotte’s free-kick, reducing the deficit.
Despite this setback, Arsenal sought to quickly restore their two-goal lead, but Hermansen remained resolute in goal, thwarting attempts from Gabriel and Trossard in rapid succession.
Seizing the opportunity, Leicester astonishingly equalized in the 63rd minute when Justin connected with Wilfred Ndidi’s delivery, executing a stunning first-time volley that ignited celebrations among the traveling supporters.
With title rivals Manchester City having dropped points earlier in the day, Arsenal intensified their search for a winning goal as the match approached the final 20 minutes. However, Hermansen continued to shine for Leicester, making exceptional saves against both Havertz and Trossard.
The Dane ultimately succumbed in the fourth minute of stoppage time, as Trossard's attempt at the back post was deflected across the line, clinching a vital three points for the Gunners in a thrilling conclusion.
Havertz further embellished the scoreline with a fortunate close-range goal, allowing Arsenal to equalize on points with Pep Guardiola's team at the top of the Premier League.
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