Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz played pivotal roles in leading Arsenal to a thrilling 4-2 victory over Leicester City, with both players scoring crucial late goals that ensured their team secured all three points in this Premier League encounter.
This result was particularly important for Arsenal, as it allowed them to take full advantage of Manchester City’s earlier draw at Newcastle United, closing the gap on the league leaders.
The Gunners began the match brightly, with Gabriel Martinelli opening the scoring in the 20th minute with a fine strike that gave the home side the early advantage. As the first half progressed, Trossard added to Arsenal’s lead just before halftime, scoring the second goal to send his team into the break with a comfortable 2-0 lead.
However, Leicester City showed resilience in the second half, pulling one back when James Justin’s header deflected past David Raya, reducing the deficit. Leicester’s resurgence continued, and moments later, Justin scored a brilliant volley, bringing the Foxes level at 2-2, putting pressure on Arsenal.
As the game entered injury time, it seemed like both teams were set to share the spoils, but Trossard struck again, netting a dramatic late goal that deflected off Wilfred Ndidi to restore Arsenal’s lead at 3-2.
Not long after, Kai Havertz added a fourth goal, sealing the victory for Arsenal and ensuring that the Gunners capitalized on Manchester City’s earlier slip-up, keeping them firmly in the race for the Premier League title.