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Arsenal Secures Their First League Win Against Manchester City in Eight Years
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In a thrilling match at the Emirates Stadium, Gabriel Martinelli’s late goal secured Arsenal their first league victory over Manchester City in eight years. The game took place in the 2023-24 English Premier League season, and it was a highly anticipated encounter for both teams.
Under the guidance of home coach Mikel Arteta, Arsenal deployed a 4-2-3-1 system, with Eddie Nketiah partnering Gabriel Jesus upfront, supported by Martin Odegaard and Leandro Tross. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola led Manchester City with a similar formation, featuring Erling Haaland as the lone striker and Bernardo Silva, Julian Alvarez, and Phil Foden providing attacking support.
The first half ended with both teams unable to find the back of the net, leaving the score at 0-0. However, the second half saw Arsenal take the lead with a well-coordinated play in the 86th minute. Substitute player Thomas Partey initiated the move with a long ball into the penalty area, which was met by Takehiro Tomiyasu’s header. Kai Havertz then cleverly passed the ball back in front of the penalty area, allowing Gabriel Martinelli to deflect it into the net, with Nathan Ake inadvertently changing its trajectory. This spectacular goal put Arsenal in the lead, resulting in a final score of 1-0.
The victory propelled Arsenal to collect 20 points, putting them level with Tottenham Hotspur, but the Golden Spurs held the upper hand due to a higher goal difference. Manchester City, on the other hand, remained with 18 points, claiming the third spot in the league standings.
This win marked Arsenal’s second consecutive victory over Manchester City, having previously triumphed in the Community Shield match. It showcased their ability to defeat top opponents and highlighted the progress made under Mikel Arteta’s coaching.
Here is the list of players for both teams:
Arsenal (4-2-3-1):
– Goalkeeper: David Raya
– Defenders: Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Oleksandr Zinchenko (substituted by Takehiro Tomiyasu in the 75th minute)
– Midfielders: Declan Rice, Jorginho (substituted by Thomas Partey in the 75th minute)
– Offensive Midfielders: Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard, Leandro Trossar (substituted by Gabriel Martinelli in the 46th minute)
– Striker: Eddie Nketiah (substituted by Kai Havertz in the 75th minute)
Manchester City (4-2-3-1):
– Goalkeeper: Ederson Morais
– Defenders: Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, Yosco Guardiol
– Midfielders: Rico Lewis (substituted by John Stones in the 68th minute), Mateo Kovacic (substituted by Matheus Nunes in the 68th minute)
– Offensive Midfielders: Bernardo Silva, Julian Alvarez (substituted by Jeremy Dogu in the 68th minute), Phil Foden
– Striker: Erling Haaland
Looking ahead, both teams have important fixtures and will be aiming to maintain their momentum. Arsenal will not have Yurion Timber due to injury, and the availability of Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka remains uncertain. The defensive partnership of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes is expected, with Declan Rice orchestrating the midfield alongside Fabio Vieira and Martin Odegaard. The attacking trio of Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketiah, and Leandro Trossar will be in charge of finding the back of the net.
On the other hand, Manchester City will miss the services of the injured Kevin De Bruyne and the suspended Rodri. Nonetheless, their defense will be reinforced by Manuel Akanji alongside Ruben Dias. The midfield will be marshaled by Calvin Phillips and Mateo Kovacic, while Phil Foden, Julian Alvarez, and Jeremy Doku will provide creative spark in the offensive line. Leading the charge will be the prolific Erling Haaland.
In their past games, Arsenal suffered a 1-2 defeat to Lens in the UEFA Champions League, whereas Manchester City secured a 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig in the same competition.
Based on recent performances, Arsenal’s form has been inconsistent, with a loss in the European game contrasting their unbeaten domestic run. Manchester City, meanwhile, experienced a setback in the league but bounced back with a strong European display against RB Leipzig.
Traditionally, City has had the upper hand in clashes against Arsenal, making this encounter even more intriguing. A closely contested match is expected, and the final result might see both teams sharing the spoils with a 1-1 draw.
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Gabriel Martinelli scored a late goal to give Arsenal their first league win in eight years over Manchester City.
Premier League LIVE UPDATE: Arsenal – Manchester City
The 2023-24 English Premier League, the big game at the end of week 8, is a meeting between Arsenal opening their home ground at the Emirates Stadium to welcome the visit of Manchester City.
Mikel Arteta, home coach Choose to organize the army in a 4-2-3-1 system, using the striker like Eddie Nketiah to attack alongside Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard and Leandro Tross.
On the visitors’ side, Pep Guardiola’s side also planned a 4-2-3-1, using Erling Haaland as a striker to attack alongside Bernardo Sil Wa, Julian Alvarez and Phil Foden
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The score in the first half was still equal at 0-0. Until the second half, the Arsenal team came out with a goal and took the lead. At the end of the game in the 86th minute, four substitute players were coordinated, starting with Thomas Partey placing a long ball in the penalty area. Takehiro Tomiyasu headed in, causing Kai Havertz to rest the ball and then pass it back in front of the penalty area for Gabriel Martinelli to deflect with his right, Nathan Ake changing direction to nestle into the bottom of the net Send the home team leading by 1-0.
After that, no further goals were scored. In the end, the game ended with Arsenal winning 1-0, collecting 20 points, level with Tottenham Hotspur, and also having the same goal difference. But the Golden Spurs dominated the pack because they scored more goals. The Gunners are in second place, while Manchester City are in third place, still with the same 18 points.
Meanwhile, Arsenal were still able to win over Manchester. City won it for the second game in a row. After earlier in August He has won penalties in the past to win the Community Shield.
List of players for both teams
Arsenal (4-2-3-1): David Raya; Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Oleksandr Zinchenko (Takehiro Tomiyasu 75); Declan Rice, Jorginho (Thomas Partey 75); Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard, Leandro Trossar (Gabriel Martinelli 46); Eddie Nketiah (Kai Havertz 75)
Unused substitutes: Aaron Ramsdale, Emile Smith Rowe, Jakub Kivior, Fabio Vieira, Reiss Nelson.
Yellow card – Jorginho 11, Gabriel Jesus 90+3
Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Ederson Morais; Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, Yosco Guardiol; Rico Lewis (John Stones 68), Mateo Kovacic (Matheus Nunes 68); Bernardo Silva, Julian Alvarez (Jeremy Dogu 68), Phil Foden; Erling Haaland
Unused substitutes: Calvin Phillips, Jack Grealish, Stefan Ortega, Sergio Gomez, Manuel Akanji, Oscar Bobb.
Yellow card – Bernardo Silva 23, Mateo Kovacic 29, Ederson Morais 90+3
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State of readiness before the game of both teams
Arsenal will be without Yurion Timber who is injured in this game, while Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka have to wait to check whether they are ready to play or not. The defense is expected to use William Saliba paired with Gabriel Magalhaes The midfield uses Declan Rice to coordinate with Fabio Vieira and Martin Odegaard in the offensive line. Use a trio of Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketiah and Leandro Trossar to come found the back of the net.
Manchester City will be without Kevin De Bruyne, who is still injured, and Rodri, who is suspended, in this game. Apart from that, he is ready to enter the field. the defense uses Manuel Akanji paired with Ruben Dia. The midfield is led by Calvin Phillips together with Mateo Kovacic The offensive line uses Phil Foden, Julian Alvarez and Jeremy Doku to shape the game and Erling Haaland finishes the score.
11 players are expected to enter the field
Arsenal
Raya (GK)
White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko
Odegaard, Rice, Vieira
Trossar, Nketiah, Jesus
Manchester City
Ederson (GK)
Walker, Akanji, Dias, Guardiol
Phillips, Kovacic
Foden, Alvarez, Dogu
Haaland
Past game results
Arsenal lost 1-2 to Lens in the UEFA Champions League. In the middle of last week, while Manchester City defeated RB Leipzig 3-1 in the same event.
Analyze
Arsenal defeated Bournemouth in the Premier League last week but came back to lose to Lens in the European game in midweek. But in the league they are still unbeaten this season.
Meanwhile, Manchester City lost their 100% winning record in the league last week after losing to Wolverhampton and were only knocked out of the Carabao Cup at the hands of Newcastle, but returned to good form in the European Cup win over Leipzig .
Rodri’s absence has had a significant impact on City’s game in midfield, but Pep Guardiola’s side have a relatively good record against Arsenal and could extend their run by one more game. But it remains to be seen whether it will be three points or one point.
Expected score : Arsenal 1-1 Man City
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