Gabriel Jesus helps Arsenal leave Sergio Ramos red-faced as Raya gives Ramsdale hope of return
Arsenal came away with a vital three points from the Estadio Roman Sanchez Pizjuan. Goals from Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli proved the difference on the night as the Gunners were forced to hold on from a late onslaught of Spanish pressure that proved unable to break the stubborn backline.
Mikel Arteta will be delighted to return to the top of their group knowing what games remain for the Londoners. There is now a few days to recover and prepare for the return of Premier League action against Sheffield United on Saturday.
However, before then, there are plenty of chances to reflect upon what the Gunners achieved in Spain. football.london runs through their winners and losers from the victory against Diego Alonso’s new side.
Another Champions League goal for Gabriel Jesus has become almost a formality at this stage as fans try to manifest the same level of goalscoring form in the other competitions too. But it was a starring role for the Brazilian.
First, the twist and turn before poking the ball through to Gabriel Martinelli. His compatriot ran through before rounding the Sevilla goalkeeper to knock the ball in calmly.
The second Arsenal goal came through a brilliant strike from Jesus which again highlighted just what he is capable of. A smashing effort on his right foot again showcased the clinical ability that he holds within and the question will be now whether added consistency can spawn from this game – although a worrying hamstring issue arose toward the end of the game that will hopefully be purely precautionary as to why he was taken off.
I spoke to Takehiro Tomiyasu after the smashing result against PSV. I asked him how it was featuring in place of his left-back competition and having to adapt to the demands
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