On Saturday the 1st of April 2023, Arsenal FC faced off against Leeds United in a Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium.
Overview
The Gunners were looking to extend their lead at the top of the table, while Leeds United were hoping to move up from their 17th place position. In the end, Arsenal emerged victorious with a scoreline of 4-1.
Gabriel Jesus scored twice for Arsenal, with Ben White and Granit Xhaka also getting on the scoresheet. Leeds United’s only goal was scored by Stuart Dallas in the second half.
The match started off well for Arsenal as they took an early lead through Gabriel Jesus’ first goal in six months. The Brazilian international then doubled his tally just before halftime to give his side a comfortable two-goal cushion going into the break.
In the second half, Ben White extended Arsenal’s lead with a powerful header from a corner kick. Leeds United responded shortly afterwards when Stuart Dallas found the back of the net from close range. However, any hopes of a comeback were dashed when Granit Xhaka made it 4-1 with a stunning strike from outside of the box in stoppage time.
The victory sees Arsenal maintain their eight-point lead at the top of the table and puts them firmly in control of their own destiny as they look to secure their first Premier League title since 2004.
Lineups
Arsenal FC: Ramsdale, White, Holding, Gabriel, Zinchenko, Odegaard, Partey, Xhaka, Trossard, Jesus, Martinelli
Leeds United: Meslier, Firpo, Strujik, Koch, Ayling, Harrison, Roca, Kristensen, Summerville, Aaronson, Sinisterra
Key Stats
- Possession: Arsenal (67%) – Leeds United (33%)
- Total Shots: Arsenal (13) – Leeds United (7)
- Shots on Target: Arsenal (6) – Leeds United (5)
- Corner Kicks: Arsenal (4) – Leeds United (3)