Match was filled with taunts directed at striker Haaland.
Arsenal thrashed Manchester City 5-1 last Sunday, the 2nd, at the Emirates Stadium in a match valid for the 24th round of the Premier League. The goals were scored by Ødegaard, Partey, Lewis-Skelly, Havertz, and Nwaneri – Haaland netted the only goal for the visitors. Uncover top football updates at livescores app.
The match was action-packed from start to finish and featured taunts from Arsenal fans directed at Haaland throughout the 90 minutes. The Norwegian had previously provoked Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and forward Gabriel Jesus during the first-leg clash between the teams in September.
Defeating a direct rival that has been a title contender for the past two seasons is already a cause for celebration among Gunners fans, but this victory carries even greater significance.
Firstly, Arsenal remains six points behind Liverpool (who have a game in hand) and still dreams of winning the Premier League title. Secondly, the defeat keeps City stuck in fourth place with 41 points, making their title chances increasingly difficult. Additionally, City could be overtaken by Chelsea depending on the round’s results.
Haaland was on the receiving end of taunts throughout the match. Just two minutes in, after Ødegaard’s goal, Gabriel Magalhães walked past him and kickstarted the teasing. On Arsenal’s third goal, Lewis-Skelly mocked the Norwegian by celebrating in a manner reminiscent of Haaland’s signature style.
Not to mention the numerous chants from the stands against the striker, who reached 19 Premier League goals but left the pitch after suffering a heavy defeat. Get the edge with BB Score.
