Arsenal's late surge secures victory over Leicester in Premier League

Arsenal's late surge secures victory over Leicester in Premier League
28 Sep 2024

In a heart-pounding Premier League clash, Arsenal took down Leicester City 4-2.

The match featured two stoppage-time goals from the Gunners, helping them draw level on points with league leaders Manchester City.

James Justin's double for Leicester in the second half had initially made it 2-2 from a 2-0 deficit.

However, an own goal by Wilfried Ndidi (90+4) and Kai Havertz's decisive strike (90+9) sealed Arsenal's win.

Martinelli shines in 1st half
First-half dominance

The match's opening half was all about Gabriel Martinelli, who netted a goal from a Jurrien Timber assist (20) and set up Leandro Trossard just before halftime.

But even with that strong start, Arsenal had to fend off a tough Leicester team in the second half.

Justin's header, which deflected off Havertz, cut Leicester's deficit and turned the tide, putting Arsenal's lead under pressure.

Leicester's Hermansen thwarts Arsenal's attempts
Goalkeeper heroics

Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen was on fire, making some incredible saves to keep Arsenal at bay.

He denied Gabriel's header and a close-range follow-up from Riccardo Calafiori.

Although Trossard rattled the woodwork, Justin equalized for Leicester with a stunning strike that left Raya stranded.

Hermansen's heroics didn't stop there; he also thwarted efforts from Havertz and Trossard, ensuring the score remained tied.

Arsenal's pressure pays off in stoppage time
Late drama

Despite Hermansen's best efforts, Arsenal's relentless pressure finally paid off in stoppage time.

Trossard's shot from Bukayo Saka's corner deflected off N'Didi and past the helpless Hermansen.

As Leicester pushed forward, Havertz sealed the deal at the back post after Justin played the ball into his path following a save on Gabriel Jesus's shot.

This late surge secured a thrilling 4-2 victory for Arsenal over Leicester.

Unbeaten Arsenal race to 14 points
Fact

After six matchweeks, Arsenal are yet to taste defeat, racing to 14 points. In addition to four wins, they also have two draws. Man City are top of the PL table with a superior goal difference than Arsenal.

Key numbers for the goal scorers of Arsenal
Goal scorers

Havertz scored his 4th goal of the season for the Gunners in eight appearances acoss competitions. Altogether in 59 matches, the German has smashed 18 goals.

Trossard scored his 20th goal for Arsenal, making his 75th appearance for the club in all competitions.

In 60 Premier League games for Arsenal, he owns 15 goals.

Meanwhile, Martinelli scored his 42nd goal for Arsenal in 182 appearances. He smashed his 33rd Premier League goal for the club as well.