Arsenal came away with a late win over Everton, with Victor Gokeres and Max Daumann coming on as substitutes and scoring in dramatic circumstances. The North Londoners went into the game knowing that a win would put them 10 points behind second-placed Manchester City at the top of the Premier League. Arsenal thought they deserved a penalty in the first half when Kai Havertz grounded inside the box, but referee Andy Madrid immediately refused to continue playing and in a controversial moment his decision was confirmed by VAR.
As time ticked down, both teams had chances for victory, but in the end Arsenal took the advantage, with Jokeles scoring from close range after some great work from Dauman. The teenager produced another magical moment on the brink of death, becoming the Premier League’s youngest goalscorer at 16 years and 73 days. In the dying minutes of the game, Jordan Pickford took Everton’s final corner, ran onto the pitch under pressure and slipped into the empty net.
Express Sport rates and predicts Arsenal’s players following today’s last gasp win…
He showed why he is one of the Premier League’s best goalkeepers, making a series of decisive saves to keep Everton at bay.
He didn’t have his best game until he was substituted with an apparent injury before the break. I hope it’s nothing serious.
Alongside Gabriel, he was mostly solid defensively and ultimately did more than enough to keep a clean sheet.
Like his partner, he displayed strong defense and naturally added another shutout record.
He played well at both ends of the pitch, darting forward to join in the attack and dropping back to defend.
He started well and had several shots on goal in the first 45 minutes. In the second half, he played a more defensive role.
He overcame his injury scare within the first minute and managed to finish the game. He performed well at both ends of the pitch.
He had a few shots on goal, but was never an offensive threat and despite his best efforts, wasn’t his usual self.
It was quiet at first, but grew as the game progressed. He almost scored in the second half with a curled shot from long range.
It was unfortunate that we didn’t get a penalty when we were clipped into the box. Questions were asked of the Everton defender from beginning to end.
He looked active on the right flank, using his tricky movements and quick feet to find space and deliver crosses into dangerous areas.
He came on for Timber before the half-time mark and apart from a momentary close call when he almost scored an own goal, he performed reasonably well.
He was brought on at noon to replace Madueke. He played a decent game, penetrating the right side of the pitch.
Although he hardly took a kick, he curled the ball into the goal from close range to save the Gunners all three points.
He replaced Calafioli with just under 20 minutes remaining. In stoppage time, he made a decisive tackle to stop Everton’s attack.
He continued to work tirelessly and contributed to the winning goal with a wonderful cross. In a magical moment, he joined in with the final kick of the match. Great cameo by a young actor.
