.In a scintillating display of attacking prowess, Arsenal thrashed Sheffield United 6-0 to maintain their pace with Premier League frontrunners Liverpool and Manchester City.
The Gunners put on a clinical performance from start to finish, with goals raining in from all angles at Bramall Lane.
Martin Odegaard opened the scoring for Arsenal with a sublime finish in the fourt minutes, setting the tone for what would be a relentless onslaught on Sheffield United’s defense in the first half. The visitors’ misery was compounded when a Bogle own goal doubled Arsenal’s advantage minutes later. Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz got the game wrapped up before the half hour with impressive strikes. Declan Rice made it five just before Halftime with Arsenal dominating the hosts from start to finish of the first forty five.
Ben White getting on the scoresheet to complete Arsenal’s emphatic victory. The result not only showcased Arsenal’s attacking potency but also served as a statement of intent as they continue their pursuit of Premier League glory alongside the league’s elite.
Only blip on a rather straightforward night was Gabriel Martinelli limping off after a contact tackle in the second half.
Mikel Arteta though also able to afford players returning from injury, vauable minutes on the pitch. Thomas Partey returned for the first time since October as well as Gabriel Jesus and Fabio Viera also made their returns from injury.
Arsenal are on 61 points, 2 points behind league leaders Liverpool who take on Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday. Arsenal play Brentford next at the Emirate looking to make it 8 matches winning streak to start 2024.
