In a tightly contested match, Arsenal clinched a 1-0 victory against Everton at Goodison Park, ending their five-match winless streak. Leandro Trossard, who came on as a substitute in the first half for the injured Gabriel Martinelli, proved to be the difference-maker with his decisive goal in the 69th minute.
The game saw some controversial moments, notably a disallowed goal by Martinelli due to an offside call on Eddie Nketiah. Despite the VAR intervention, the decision stood, frustrating the Gunners’ early momentum.
Debutant David Raya, in goal for Arsenal, had to make a crucial save from an Idrissa Gueye shot. Everton’s appeals for a penalty were also dismissed after Abdoulaye Doucoure went down in the box.
The match remained tightly contested in the first half, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut chances. In the second half, Arsenal increased the pressure, but Everton’s defense, led by James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite, held firm.
It was from a corner that Arsenal finally broke through. The ball found its way to Bukayo Saka, who set up Trossard for a clinical finish, making it 1-0.
Despite attempts from Everton to level the score, Arsenal held on to secure the win. The victory moves Arsenal into fourth place in the Premier League table with four wins and a draw, totaling 13 points. Everton, on the other hand, sits in 18th place with just one point from five games.
Arsenal’s next fixture is at home against PSV in the UEFA Champions League, followed by a Premier League clash against Tottenham. Everton faces an away game against Brentford before a Carabao Cup match against Aston Villa.
