Arsenal took the initiative in their match against Leicester City with Gabriel Martinelli opening the scoring.
Shortly after, Leandro Trossard added to their lead with a well-executed goal just before the halftime whistle, putting the Gunners in a commanding position.
Leicester, however, refused to give up and mounted a comeback.
James Justin led the charge, scoring a header before following up with a spectacular long-range shot to bring the game level at 2-2.
At this point, it seemed like Leicester might manage to secure a draw at the Emirates Stadium.
Yet, Arsenal had the final say. Deep into stoppage time, Leandro Trossard was at the center of the decisive moment.
His attempted pass took a significant deflection off Leicester’s Wilfred Ndidi and ended up in the back of the net, restoring Arsenal’s lead.
In the closing seconds of the match, Kai Havertz sealed the victory with a fourth goal, ensuring all three points for the home side.
Arsenal’s attack was dominant throughout the game, and they created numerous opportunities that could have seen them win by an even larger margin.
Their relentless offensive pressure kept Leicester’s defense under constant strain, making it difficult for the visitors to cope.
After the game, particularly following the own goal from Trossard’s deflected pass, Arsenal legend Martin Keown was full of admiration for the Belgian forward.
During a segment on BBC Sport, Keown emphasized how significant Trossard’s contributions have been for Arsenal since joining the club.
He remarked, “Leandro Trossard has been a fantastic buy. Worth every penny. A perfect day if it ends like this.
Arsenal scoring from a set-piece – who would’ve thought? Arsenal just kept believing. It’s a lucky goal, but ‘lucky Arsenal’ is a good label to have.”
Trossard’s involvement in the victory against Leicester was especially noteworthy given his recent difficulties.
In Arsenal’s prior match against Manchester City, he had been sent off for kicking the ball away in frustration after committing a foul, leading to a suspension for the Gunners’ 5-1 Carabao Cup triumph over Bolton Wanderers.
Despite these challenges, he redeemed himself with an outstanding display against Leicester, playing a critical role in securing the win.
Since Martin Ødegaard’s absence, Trossard has seamlessly taken on the responsibility of the number 10 role, showcasing his versatility and attacking prowess.
His recent performances suggest that he should be considered a regular starter in Mikel Arteta’s lineup moving forward.
As Arsenal prepare to face Paris Saint-Germain in their upcoming Champions League clash on Tuesday, the team’s strong showing against Leicester will likely influence Arteta’s selection.
Given their impressive form, it is possible that the manager will opt to stick with the same starting eleven for the crucial European fixture.
