By: Bayero Ade
Arsenal delivered a commanding performance on Sunday, overpowering Manchester City 5-1 in a thrilling Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium. The emphatic victory keeps the Gunners firmly in the title race.
According to Peoples Gazette, Mikel Arteta’s side wasted no time asserting their dominance, with captain Martin Ødegaard opening the scoring just two minutes into the match. Arsenal held onto their slim lead until halftime, successfully fending off City’s attacking threats.
The second half exploded into action as Erling Haaland leveled the score in the 55th minute with a powerful header. However, Arsenal responded almost immediately, reclaiming the lead through Thomas Partey’s well-placed strike.
Momentum swung further in Arsenal’s favor six minutes later when Myles Lewis-Skelly netted his first Premier League goal, extending the lead. The Gunners continued their relentless assault, with Kai Havertz adding a fourth after an earlier miss. Substitute Ethan Nwaneri then sealed the victory in stoppage time, making it a night to remember for Arsenal fans.
With the win, Arsenal remain second in the league with 50 points, trailing Liverpool by six points, though the Reds have a game in hand. Meanwhile, Manchester City sit fourth with 41 points, now a staggering 15 points behind the league leaders.
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