Arsenal took the lead in their match against Leicester City with an early goal from Gabriel Martinelli. Just before halftime, Leandro Trossard extended their advantage, making it 2-0 and putting the Gunners in a strong position as they headed into the break.
However, Leicester City responded with determination. James Justin scored a header to pull one back, and shortly after, he netted a remarkable long-range strike, leveling the score at 2-2. As the match appeared to be heading for a draw, Arsenal struck decisively in stoppage time.
Leandro Trossard played a pivotal role in this moment. His attempted pass took a significant deflection off Leicester’s Wilfred Ndidi, finding the back of the net and restoring Arsenal’s lead. In the final seconds of the match, Kai Havertz added a fourth goal, securing the victory for Arsenal.
Throughout the match, Arsenal’s attacking prowess was evident. They created numerous opportunities and maintained relentless pressure on Leicester, who struggled to keep pace. The Gunners’ ability to capitalize on these chances was commendable.
Following the fortunate own goal, Arsenal legend Martin Keown praised Trossard’s impact on the game. Speaking to BBC Sport, he remarked on how valuable Trossard has been since joining the club, saying, “What a buy Leandro Trossard was! Worth every penny. It’s a perfect day if it finishes like this. Arsenal scoring from a set-piece—who would believe it? They kept believing. It’s a lucky goal, but having ‘lucky Arsenal’ is a nice tag.”
Trossard’s performance was especially noteworthy given his recent challenges. He faced criticism after being sent off in Arsenal’s prior match against Manchester City for kicking the ball away in frustration, leading to a suspension during their 5-1 victory over Bolton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup. However, he redeemed himself against Leicester, showcasing his importance to the team.
With Martin Ødegaard absent, Trossard has effectively stepped into the number 10 role, demonstrating his versatility and skill in attack. His strong performances suggest he deserves to be a regular starter for Arsenal moving forward.
Looking ahead, Arsenal is set to face Paris Saint-Germain in their upcoming Champions League match on Tuesday night. Given the team’s strong display against Leicester, manager Mikel Arteta is likely to keep the same starting lineup for this crucial fixture.
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