As in the Newcastle game, we got an early goal. But whereas we could not put the Magpies to the sword, we put two more past the Cottagers in the first half to make the game safe (and add to the goal difference). We had additional chances too, but offsides and lucky blocks kept us from scoring more. Hey, I'd have taken 3-0 before the game started. Calafiori started and was very good. MLS started in midfield and was fine. Eze was great in the first half but faded in the second. Saka started and was magnificent, assisting on the first goal and scoring the second. Gyokeres scored twice and assisted Saka on his goal, bringing his goal scoring tally in all competitions to 21. Madueke came in for Saka for the second half and was lively. Zubimendi was on the bench until minute 64. Trossard played the whole game, which suggests he won't be starting Tuesday. We got some Max Dowman in the second half and he supplied some danger from midfield, coming in for Eze.
Arteta's team selection was spot on, and his tactics very effective. Calafiori was obviously told to get forward and had the ball in the net (chalked off for offside) once. Saka was the key, breaking the game open with his brilliant cross to assist Gyok (see photo for goal) and fantastic finish when Gyok found him beautifully. Trossard had the assist on Gyok's second (Arsenal's third), an excellent header.
The squad should be confident and sharp for our game with Atletico. It better be, because they're very tough in cup competitions.
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