Arsenal defeated Manchester City 5-1 in a dominant performance at the Emirates. Goals from Ødegaard, Partey, Lewis-Skelly, Havertz, and Nwaneri handed City a heavy defeat. Arsenal’s youthful energy and solid display sent a strong message in the Premier League title race, closing the gap on Liverpool.
Arsenal delivered a dominant performance against Manchester City, securing an emphatic 5-1 victory at the Emirates. The Gunners took an early lead through Martin Ødegaard, who capitalized on a defensive lapse to fire past the City keeper within two minutes.
Manchester City responded after halftime, with Erling Haaland briefly leveling the match in the 55th minute. However, Arsenal quickly reclaimed their advantage as Thomas Partey struck just a minute later, restoring the lead.
Myles Lewis-Skelly further extended Arsenal’s control, slotting in the third goal in the 62nd minute. City struggled to respond, and their defense was exposed once again when Kai Havertz made it 4-1 in the 76th minute.
Teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri put the finishing touch on Arsenal’s statement win, scoring in stoppage time with a brilliant strike, securing the Gunners’ biggest-ever Premier League victory over the reigning champions.
Mikel Arteta’s side sent a clear message in the title race, closing the gap on leaders Liverpool. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola’s City suffered one of their heaviest away defeats in years, raising questions about their defensive frailties.
With two teenage scorers in a single Premier League match, Arsenal’s youthful energy shone, giving their fans plenty of optimism as they chase their first league title in over two decades.
