Arsenal kicked off their USA tour with a commanding performance in the MLS All-Star match in Washington.
With a flurry of stunning goals from Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz, and a penalty tucked away by Jorginho, the Gunners repeated their 2016 success in the fixture with an even more comfortable victory.
Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz all scored in the MLS All-Star match, helpingArsenalto a 5-0 victory.
Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka won the MVP award.
Arsenal’s summer signing Declan Rice made his first appearance in anArsenalshirt during the match.
Arsenal triumph in MLS All-Star Match
It was a bright night in Washington asArsenallit up the pitch with a captivating performance against the MLS All-Stars.
They not only replicated their 2016 success but did it with a larger winning margin, marking a brilliant start to their USA tour.
Early fireworks light up the pitch
As the pre-match festivities subsided,Gabriel Jesusproved thatArsenalwere tonight’s main attraction, scoring within the first five minutes.
The team dominated possession, with Bukayo Saka assisting Jesus’ goal with a brilliant pass. The 20,000 strong crowd at Audi Field roared asArsenaldictated proceedings and continued to assert their dominance with a second goal midway thɾօυɢҺ the first half.
Leandro Trossardshifted the ball onto his right foot and fired home from 20 yards, leaving Roman Burki with no chance. The MLS All-Stars, under the guidance ofWayne Rooney, made a series of changes, but the first half єɴԀed withArsenalin the lead.
The second half saw new faces on the pitch and an increase in Arsenal’s lead.
Jorginhotucked away a penalty for handball, adding to Arsenal’s lead.
With 25 minutes remaining,Mikel Artetasent onDeclan Ricefor his first appearance in anArsenalshirt, alongside Jurrien Timber.
Arsenal didn’t slow down despite the wholesale changes.
Martin Odegaard’s superb pass set up the fourth goal, finding Gabriel Martinelli, who took his shot low into the corner. Kai Havertz also got in on the action, with a thunderous drive, sealing the victory forArsenal.
The MLS All-Star match was just the beginning of Arsenal’s USA tour, with fixtures against Manchester United and Barcelona lined up.
Following the match,Mikel Artetahad plenty of positives to take from his team’s performance.
From the debuts of new signings to the impressive form of his players, the match was a testament to Arsenal’s ρɾєρɑɾɑtion and chemistry. Despite the heat and changes in the team,Arsenalwere exceptional in their execution, providing a great spectacle for the fɑɴȿ.
This victory bodes well for Arsenal’s upcoming fixtures and the forthcoming season, as they aim to continue this fantastic form.
With a blєɴԀ of talent, both old and new, the team’s future looks bright under Arteta’s guidance. Arsenal’s emphatic performance in Washington was just a glimpse of what’s to come.
