4 Arsenal gamers shine in Man City triumph as Mikel Arteta finds new starter
Aaron Ramsdale and Leandro Trossard have been the heroes as Arsenal beat Manchester City 4-1 on penalties to win the Community Shield. Cole Palmer struck a shocking opener for Pep Guardiola’s facet earlier than one other substitute Trossard had the ultimate say in regular time when his deflected effort flew in off Manuel Akanji.
Kevin De Bruyne rattled the crossbar from 12 yards earlier than Rodri’s penalty was saved by Ramsdale offering Fabio Vieira with the prospect to etch Arsenal’s title onto the trophy. He duly did. Here’s how the Gunners rated at Wembley.
Aaron Ramsdale – 8
The hero after saving Rodri’s penalty following two positive stops within the second half.
Hairy second after half-hour when he was pressed on the objective line, managed to kick the ball clear.
Huge second-half save to disclaim England team-mate Phil Foden from making it 2-0 after which stored out Rodri with one other high cease on the close to submit.
Ben White – 7
Great burst into the field and cross for Kai Havertz for an ideal probability within the first half and likewise put in a superb low cross within the second half.
Operated neatly and nice utilization of the ball. Did make a small mistake within the second half that was almost punished by Foden.
William Saliba – 8
Superb. Strong, composed and dominant. Arsenal have a monstrous defender on their fingers and his passing by the strains was additionally a standout function.
Gabriel Magalhaes – 7
Very hands-on in battle with Erling Haaland as we noticed in the course of the 3-1 defeat to Man City on the Emirates Stadium in February. Strong and gave the Norwegian a troublesome afternoon. Was concerned in some petulance with Stefan Ortega.
Jurrien Timber – 8
Impressive. Not in need of confidence and gives a lot vitality each defensively and offensively. Made a positive block to cease Cole Palmer’s goal-bound strike. Now appears to be like a assured starter if Oleksandr Zinchenko is not match.
Thomas Partey – 7
Booked early doorways for kicking the ball away. Played in spells, passing was typically brief and inaccurate. Lost self-discipline in a single five-minute spell however was so decided. Didn’t cease working.
Declan Rice – 7
Work to be performed from the £105m club-record signing. Ballooned one shot over the bar however did present nice ball retention. A efficiency that can be utilized to construct on.
Martin Odegaard – 7
Was mesmerising throughout one five-minute spell within the first half when he was orchestrating, main the press and manipulating the ball with such class. Did undergo a knock within the second half. Scored his penalty. Leader.
Bukayo Saka – 6
Not his finest afternoon however nonetheless vibrant in small spells. Looked like he was missing somewhat little bit of confidence when it got here to the large moments within the remaining third. Did scored his penalty which is able to really feel good following his latest miss.
Gabriel Martinelli – 6
Great velocity as all the time and actually stretched Manchester City however wasn’t very efficient when he tried to make issues occur. Also took two actually poor corners that disenchanted Mikel Arteta.
Kai Havertz – 6
Bright however ending was poor. Had two wonderful possibilities within the first half that needed to go in. Both have been nearly straight on the goalkeeper. Hold-up play was superb.
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Leandro Trossard – 8
Brilliant influence towards from the Belgian who’s one in all Arsenal’s most under-appreciated gamers. Levelled issues within the dying embers and scored his penalty.
Kieran Tierney – 3
Really poor. Struggled for the objective and kicked the ball out of play unchallenged which didn’t please his supervisor.
Fabio Vieira – 7
Scored the profitable spot-kick.
Eddie Nketiah – 6
Held the ball up nicely and was vigorous throughout a brief cameo.
Emile Smith-Rowe – N/A