These 3 players were involved in Arsenal's 3-0 loss to Manchester City
The Premier League returned with outstanding fixtures played on Wednesday, June 17th. The key game of the day was between reigning champions Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.
The game started very well contested between the two teams however Manchester City broke the deadlock through a rocket of a strike by Raheem Sterling in the 45th minute. Manchester City went into the break with a one-goal advantage and returned for the second half the superior side. They doubled their lead in the 51st minute when Kevin De Bruyne converted from the penalty spot.
They wrapped up the game with a third from substitute Phil Foden who converted a rebound ball from Sergio Aguero in the 91st minute.
The win gives Manchester City a clear cushion in second place on the log while for Arsenal their dream to sneak into the Champions League is almost over. Here are 3 players to blame for another embarrassing loss by Arsenal.
1 David Luiz
David Luiz did was not given a start by Mikel Arteta but however, is the most talked-about player after the game.
Luiz was brought to Arsenal from London rivals Chelsea to help resolve their defensive issues. However, since the Brazilian defender joined Arsenal he has been nothing short of an embarrassment.
Dismal performances, lack of professional and amateurish display when called upon, and does not exhibit any form of leadership.
From the minute Luiz was introduced for Pablo Mari in the 24th minute due to injury Arsenal were in trouble and eventually, he was given a red card for his troubles.
Manchester City can thank Luiz for the win and the first two goals. It was his error that led to the first goal scored by Sterling and again was the culprit for conceding the penalty.
Luiz is an Arsenal jersey was just a joke in reality, and after the game, he was quick to admit that he is to blame for his team's disappointing performance.
2 Kevin De Bruyne
On return of the Premier League, it was a pleasure to see Kevin De Bruyne take to the pitch again. The Belgian midfield maestro had 76 touches, he completed 45 of 56 passes, created two chances, took five shots with three on target, and scored the penalty that killed Arsenal's resistance.
De Bruyne now has 25 goal involvements in the Premier League this season with nine goals and 16 assists. He dominated City's game pressing the opposition with his intensive work rate and precise passing to hold on to possession. De Bruyne was adventurous trying to find his teammates in advanced positions.
De Bruyne outclassed the Arsenal midfield with his quality and pick apart the Gunners at will. He was a thorn in the flesh for Arsenal constantly until he was replaced in the 70th minute by Rodri. De Bruyne was the orchestrator of Arsenal's embarrassment and once again showed he is head and shoulders ahead of everyone in the Premier League this season.
3 Raheem Sterling
Much of Manchester City's attacking impetus came through England international Raheem Sterling. Sterling was an outlet for Manchester City in one versus one and counter-attacking situations throughout the game.
He often changed flanks with Riyad Mahrez to create dynamism. Sterling broke the Arsenal resistance with Manchester City's first and was key in the build up to the second goal. Both Hector Bellerin and Kieran Tierney could not handle Sterling's pace and industry which led to an embarrassment for the Gunners.
The game started very well contested between the two teams however Manchester City broke the deadlock through a rocket of a strike by Raheem Sterling in the 45th minute. Manchester City went into the break with a one-goal advantage and returned for the second half the superior side. They doubled their lead in the 51st minute when Kevin De Bruyne converted from the penalty spot.
They wrapped up the game with a third from substitute Phil Foden who converted a rebound ball from Sergio Aguero in the 91st minute.
The win gives Manchester City a clear cushion in second place on the log while for Arsenal their dream to sneak into the Champions League is almost over. Here are 3 players to blame for another embarrassing loss by Arsenal.
David Luiz did was not given a start by Mikel Arteta but however, is the most talked-about player after the game.
Luiz was brought to Arsenal from London rivals Chelsea to help resolve their defensive issues. However, since the Brazilian defender joined Arsenal he has been nothing short of an embarrassment.
Dismal performances, lack of professional and amateurish display when called upon, and does not exhibit any form of leadership.
From the minute Luiz was introduced for Pablo Mari in the 24th minute due to injury Arsenal were in trouble and eventually, he was given a red card for his troubles.
Manchester City can thank Luiz for the win and the first two goals. It was his error that led to the first goal scored by Sterling and again was the culprit for conceding the penalty.
Luiz is an Arsenal jersey was just a joke in reality, and after the game, he was quick to admit that he is to blame for his team's disappointing performance.
On return of the Premier League, it was a pleasure to see Kevin De Bruyne take to the pitch again. The Belgian midfield maestro had 76 touches, he completed 45 of 56 passes, created two chances, took five shots with three on target, and scored the penalty that killed Arsenal's resistance.
De Bruyne now has 25 goal involvements in the Premier League this season with nine goals and 16 assists. He dominated City's game pressing the opposition with his intensive work rate and precise passing to hold on to possession. De Bruyne was adventurous trying to find his teammates in advanced positions.
De Bruyne outclassed the Arsenal midfield with his quality and pick apart the Gunners at will. He was a thorn in the flesh for Arsenal constantly until he was replaced in the 70th minute by Rodri. De Bruyne was the orchestrator of Arsenal's embarrassment and once again showed he is head and shoulders ahead of everyone in the Premier League this season.
Much of Manchester City's attacking impetus came through England international Raheem Sterling. Sterling was an outlet for Manchester City in one versus one and counter-attacking situations throughout the game.
He often changed flanks with Riyad Mahrez to create dynamism. Sterling broke the Arsenal resistance with Manchester City's first and was key in the build up to the second goal. Both Hector Bellerin and Kieran Tierney could not handle Sterling's pace and industry which led to an embarrassment for the Gunners.
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