PLAYER RATINGS: Classy Martin Odegaard pulled the strings and Kai Havertz shone
Arsenal emerged victorious from their Premier League clash with Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon, beating The Cherries 3-0 at home.
The Gunners also paid tribute to young Arsenal fan Daniel Anjorin with a round of applause after the 14-year-old was murdered in a sword attack in east London.
Bukayo Saka opened the scoring in the 45th minute from the penalty spot before Leandro Trossard extended their lead in the 70th and Declan Rice closed it out in stoppage time.
However, it was Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard who pulled the strings throughout the game.
Here, Mail Sport's Isaan Khan has reviewed the hosts' performances as they continue the charge towards the Premier League title.
It was looking like a quiet game for him until the second half. Was lucky Antoine Semenyo’s goal was ruled out for a foul on him in the build-up. That was soft.
Couldn’t use his skulduggery on corners as Bournemouth had done their homework, marshalling him away from goal-line. Some nice passes forward.
Made an error at the back after 17 minutes which could have been costly. But otherwise was very solid in defence duels.
Saved Saliba by mopping up his mistake at the back. Had a screamer of a strike ruled out for offside.
Solid display. Semenyo struggled to get past him. Gives Arsenal that solidity at left back as he’s defensively minded.
Pulled the strings throughout. Put in a good cross after 38 minutes which Kai Havertz headed down and should’ve resulted in a goal. Provided Havertz with an unreal ball in second half, too.
Struggled with the pace in latter stages, but a fair display.
Great spatial awareness to set-up Leandro Trossard’s goal. Did his upmost to get in advances positions, adding to his defensive duties. Got a goal by the end.
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