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Gunners Go Top After Eight Straight Wins in 2024 – Can They Sustain the Momentum?

Evelyn Ndi by Evelyn Ndi
March 10, 2024
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Arsenal secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Brentford, in a show-stopping encounter at the Emirates Stadium, with Kai Havertz playing the hero with a late goal that propelled the Gunners to the top of the English Premier League table. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, marked by outstanding performances, defensive lapses, and an eventful second half.

The Gunners took the lead in the 15th minute when Declan Rice rose high to meet a cross with a thumping header that left Brentford goalkeeper Flekken with no chance. Arsenal dominated the proceedings from that point on, controlling the game and creating several scoring opportunities. However, the momentum shifted dramatically just before halftime.

Brentford’s Yoane Wissa capitalized on a defensive error as he pressed Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, who hesitated in clearing the ball. The resulting blocked pass looped over the line, leveling the score at 1-1. Ramsdale, however, redeemed himself in the second half with crucial saves to deny Ivan Toney and Aaron Collins, maintaining the equilibrium for his side.

Despite Ramsdale’s heroics, Arsenal’s fortunes took a risky turn when Kai Havertz, the eventual match-winner, escaped a second booking and remained on the pitch. The German forward proved decisive in the 86th minute, nodding in from close range to secure the three points for Mikel Arteta’s side.

The victory sees Arsenal leapfrog Liverpool into the top spot, becoming only the fourth team in Premier League history to win each of their first eight games of a calendar year. The significance of this achievement is underscored by the fact that the previous three teams – Manchester United in 2009, Liverpool in 2020, and Manchester City in 2021 – all went on to lift the Premier League trophy.

Meanwhile, Brentford finds themselves in a precarious position, having lost 13 of their last 17 Premier League games. The defeat leaves them in 15th place, just five points above the relegation zone.

As Arsenal savors their moment at the summit of the table, attention now turns to the upcoming Champions League last 16 second-leg clash against Porto. The Gunners will aim to carry their domestic form into the continental competition and continue their quest for silverware in what promises to be a defining period of the season.

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