“I’ve never played against such dangerously aggressive player in my whole professional career, We lose but to be honest he was the Man of the Match… It’s unfortunate Arteta doesn’t know how to use him”: Leicester superstar has named Arsenal new signing as the Best player he has ever faced

Without a doubt, Arsenal completely dominated Leicester City in their latest Premier League clash. However, this game served as a crucial reminder that there are no easy matches in this league, no matter how it may seem on paper.

Going into the game on Saturday afternoon, most Arsenal fans, myself included, would have anticipated a straightforward victory over the newly promoted Leicester side. We expected a comfortable scoreline that reflected our superiority. And for the first 45 minutes, it looked like things were going according to plan. With goals from the energetic Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard, we secured a solid 2-0 lead heading into halftime. For Martinelli, that goal must have been a huge relief, especially after he missed a great chance earlier in the game. But he bounced back brilliantly, converting from an assist by Jurrien Timber to open the scoring. Then, right before the break, Martinelli turned provider, setting up Trossard to slot home our second goal. It was a well-deserved lead, the result of relentless pressure on Leicester’s defense.

At halftime, it seemed the match was wrapped up, and I’m sure most fans, including those supporting Leicester, thought the same. However, just a minute after the restart, Leicester found a glimmer of hope in one of their few attacking moves. William Saliba fouled Jamie Vardy deep in our half, and not only did our French defender receive a yellow card, but from the resulting free kick, James Justin headed the ball into the net, aided by a deflection off Kai Havertz.

Even with that goal, Arsenal still seemed the stronger side, and most of us expected we would continue to dominate. However, we were reminded why the Premier League is so unforgiving. Justin struck again, this time with a sensational goal that David Raya could do nothing about. While Trossard could have tracked back better, credit must be given for such a spectacular strike.

What seemed to be a comfortable match turned into a scrappy, dramatic affair. It was Trossard, once again, who made the difference in stoppage time, forcing an own goal from Wilfred Ndidi in the 93rd minute. Then, just a few minutes later, a counter-attack led to Kai Havertz scoring our fourth goal, sealing the victory.

Despite the scoreline suggesting a late win, make no mistake – Arsenal dominated this game from start to finish. A quick look at the statistics highlights our control: we had an incredible 36 shots, with 16 on target, and earned 17 corners compared to Leicester’s zero. We consistently won the ball back whenever we lost possession, which further emphasizes how dominant we were throughout the match.

However, the fact that we had to leave it late to secure the win is a reminder that no opponent in this league should be underestimated, regardless of their form or standing. Today’s match reinforced the idea that we must earn the right to be considered genuine title contenders. Although we’ve shown our quality, as seen in our performance at the home of the reigning champions, we still need to guard against complacency. Looking back at last season, our back-to-back losses to West Ham and Fulham derailed our title hopes, and a similar result against Leicester today could have had the same damaging impact.

There are plenty of positives to take away from this game. One lesson, though seemingly minor, is the reminder that in the Premier League, three points are never guaranteed. The team is certainly aware of this, but it’s worth reiterating.

All in all, I’m delighted with the win. But I’d love to hear from you all – what are your thoughts on this dramatic victory?
It sounds like you had quite the rollercoaster of emotions during that match! Arsenal’s performance was impressive overall, especially with those early goals setting a strong tone. Gabriel Martinelli’s resilience to bounce back after missing an earlier chance is commendable and showcases his importance to the team.

The second-half collapse could have been concerning, especially with Leicester’s quick response. It’s a classic Premier League reminder that no lead is safe, and Leicester capitalized on the few opportunities they created. James Justin’s goal was indeed sensational, and while Trossard could have tracked back better, moments like that can happen in football.

The late drama with the own goal and Kai Havertz’s finish shows the team’s determination to secure the points, which is a positive sign for your title ambitions. The stats you mentioned reflect Arsenal’s dominance, but the necessity to remain vigilant against any opponent is crucial.

It’s great to hear you’re feeling positive despite the scare! This match seems to reinforce the idea that while Arsenal can control the game, they need to maintain focus for the full 90 minutes. Fans will appreciate the quality shown but will also be hopeful that lessons learned will prevent similar scares in the future. How do you think the team should approach their next matches to ensure they build on this win?