ARSENAL and Leeds go head-to-head at Elland Road with the Gunners looking to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League.
The game was delayed due to a power cut within the stadium which brought frustration among the fans.
But Bukayo Saka’s right foot strike has raised the Arsenal fans spirits as the Gunners lead in this mouth-watering affair.
- Kick-off time: 2pm
- Leeds: Meslier, Struijk, Kristensen, Koch, Cooper, Adams, Roca, Aaronson, Harrison, Sinisterra, Rodrigo
- Arsenal team: Ramsdale, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Tomiyasu, Partey, Xhaka, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Jesus
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Marsch left frustrated
Jesse Marsch saw his side come close to scoring on multiple occasions, but it just didn’t quite happen for them in front of goal today.
We’re disappointed and frustrated. However, also proud of the way we played. This business is about collecting points and not just performances but that was a showcase of the way we can play when we’re at our best.
Jesse Marsch, Leeds boss
Arteta praises players’ ‘fight and resilience’
Mikel Arteta records his ninth Premier League win of the season.
It’s always intense here. The game became really chaotic and we had to handle it. From the first whistle in the second half, we put ourselves in big trouble. In those moments, I love the fight and the resilience and the courage. Credit to then [Leeds] in the second half, they were really good.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal boss
Saka reacts to crazy game
My heart is still racing. It was a really tough game. Leeds did really well, especially in the second half. They put a lot of pressure on us so it makes it extra nice for us to leave here with all three points.
Bukayo Saka, Arsenal midfielder
VAR stealing the show
VAR had an afternoon to remember.
It all started when the game was temporarily suspended because VAR was not working after a power cut.
It didn’t finish there, though. A handball was given against Saliba on the replays, leading to Bamford’s penalty miss.
VAR then came back to haunt Leeds, overturning a penalty in stoppage time!
Gunners ‘Marsch’ on
Arsenal were tested to the very last minute this afternoon, somehow coming away unscathed.
For the Leeds fans, it will feel like an opportunity missed.
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The Arsenal players owe their keeper big time.
He kept them in it today, making countless saves.
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In the most dramatic of circumstances, Arsenal have made history at Elland Road.
Mikel Arteta’s side have won 9 of their opening 10 top-flight games for the first time in their history.
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Chris Kavanagh blows his whistle.
The Gunners have done it, somehow.
The most dramatic finish to the most dramatic second half.
It has been chaos from the very first minute when the players were sent back to their dressing rooms following an issue with the referee’s communication system.
Saka got the first and only goal to put the Gunners in front at the break.
But it was all Leeds in the second half. Bamford sent his penalty wide before having another one overturned in stoppage time.
The Arsenal players and fans can celebrate and breathe a big sigh of relief. They will know they got away with one, there.
Mikel Arteta remains top of the league.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
90+9, Arsenal get it clear.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
90+8, Leeds have one last corner.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
90+6, It’s all getting very heated now.
This is just absurd.
PENALTY OVERTURNED – Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
Oh my word, what drama at the death!
Arsenal have been awarded a free-kick. Bamford is judged to have fouled Gabriel in the area.
Gabriel’s red card has been rescinded. The Brazilian is shown a yellow instead.
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The referee is now checking for a foul against Bamford.
PENALTY TO LEEDS – Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
Gabriel has been sent off and a penalty has been given!
The Arsenal man seemed to kick out at Bamford from the floor.
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90+2, There’s been a coming together off the ball between Gabriel and Bamford. The Leeds man isn’t happy with something.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
90, The board goes up for six minutes added time.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
88, Gelhardt has a chance to become the hero.
He’s on for Siniseterra.
The change comes moments after Summerville scoops his effort over the bar.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
85, Chance for Nketiah!
The substitute flicks on the corner but can only find the side netting.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
84, Marsch throws on Summerville for the last 5 minutes or so.
Roca is off for the hosts.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
82, Nketiah and Holding are on for the visitors.
Jesus and goalscorer Saka are off.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
80, Ten minutes to go and Leeds still look like scoring.
Arsenal are holding on by skin of their teeth.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
78, A scrappy penalty area following the Leeds corner, but no one in white can turn it home.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
77, Aaronson has a pop from outside the box, forcing Ramsdale into a smart save. The Arsenal keeper has kept his side in this second half.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
76, White is off. Tierney is on to help protect this lead.
Leeds 0-1 Arsenal
75, Harrison makes way for Klich.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
