Softfootball understands that Arsenal has delivered a ruthless away performance as they swept aside Leeds United 4–0 at Elland Road, sending a clear statement in the Premier League title race.
The visitors were forced into a late change before kick-off when Bukayo Saka was ruled out during the warm-up, but Noni Madueke stepped in seamlessly as Arsenal controlled possession early on, probing patiently against a disciplined Leeds defence, and afterwards the Arsenal star admitted that the draw against Nottingham Forest was a disappointing result for the team.
The breakthrough arrived in the 27th minute. Madueke whipped in a superb cross from the right, and Martin Zubimendi timed his run perfectly to head home and finally break Leeds’ resistance. Arsenal doubled their lead before the break in unusual fashion, as Madueke’s inswinging corner caused chaos and was officially credited as a Karl Darlow own goal.
Leeds attempted to respond after the interval with multiple substitutions, but Arsenal’s control never wavered. The centre-back pairing of William Saliba and Piero Hincapié kept the hosts quiet, leaving David Raya with little to do.
The game was effectively settled in the 68th minute when Gabriel Martinelli, fresh off the bench, delivered a pinpoint cross for Viktor Gyökeres to power home at the far post, and the rout was completed late on as Gabriel Jesus marked his return with a classy finish following an assist from Martin Ødegaard, with Arteta declaring that Viktor Gyökeres is ready for Leeds.
Arsenal have taken to their X handle to celebrate their win, saying;
A COMMANDING PERFORMANCE ON THE ROAD ✊.
Four goals, four different scorers, and total control a dominant Arsenal display that underlined their title credentials in emphatic fashion.
