Arsenal Move to the Top of the Premier League with Win over Brentford
Second-Half Goals from Smith Rowe and Saka Seal Victory
London, UK - March 10, 2024 - Arsenal earned a statement win over Brentford on Saturday, moving to the top of the Premier League table. Goals from Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka in the second half secured the three points, despite Brentford taking an early lead through Yoane Wissa.
Kai Havertz nearly gifted Brentford an early equalizer with a clumsy backpass, but Aaron Ramsdale was alert to deny Yoane Wissa. The Gunners took the lead in the 19th minute when Martin Odegaard played a perfectly weighted pass into the path of Saka, who slotted home.
Brentford equalized just before half-time when Wissa pounced on a loose ball in the Arsenal box and fired past Ramsdale. However, Arsenal dominated the second half and deservedly went back in front through Smith Rowe's close-range finish in the 86th minute.
Saka put the game beyond doubt in stoppage time with a brilliant solo effort, capping off an impressive performance from the Gunners. The win takes Arsenal to the top of the Premier League table, one point ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand.
Highlights:
- Arsenal move to the top of the Premier League table with a 2-1 win over Brentford.
- Kai Havertz scored the opening goal for Arsenal in the 19th minute.
- Yoane Wissa equalized for Brentford just before half-time.
- Emile Smith Rowe restored Arsenal's lead in the 86th minute.
- Bukayo Saka sealed the win for Arsenal in stoppage time with a brilliant solo effort.
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