Sheffield (BERITAPOLITIK.ONLINE) — Arsenal showcased their dominance yet again in the English Premier League title race, securing a resounding 6-0 win over last-placed Sheffield United on Monday (04/03/2024). The win keeps Arsenal in close contention with Liverpool and Manchester City.
The match witnessed a notable moment when some home fans started leaving Bramall Lane barely 25 minutes into the game after Kai Havertz netted the fourth goal, adding to strikes from Martin Odegaard and Gabriel Martinelli, along with an own-goal by Jayden Bogle.
Amidst chants of “We’re gonna score in a minute” from the away end, Declan Rice added a fifth goal for Arsenal in the 39th minute. This remarkable performance meant Arsenal scored five goals in three consecutive away league games, equalling the record for most goals scored in the first half of a league game.
The onslaught continued as right back Ben White found the net with a powerful left-footed shot in the 58th minute, making him the sixth different scorer of the night.
With Arsenal threatening to break records for the most goals scored by a team in a league game, manager Mikel Arteta’s decision to make several substitutions disrupted their rhythm, allowing Sheffield United some relief.
Despite the substitutions, Arsenal’s goal difference soared above that of Liverpool and Manchester City. They maintain third place, trailing Liverpool by two points and City by one, with seven consecutive league wins under their belt.
Arteta expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, highlighting the hunger for success among the players. However, the night was marred by Martinelli’s injury and Bukayo Saka’s illness, raising concerns for the team.
Looking ahead, Arsenal aims to maintain momentum in their upcoming clash against Brentford, hoping to temporarily claim the top spot before Liverpool takes on Manchester City.
Meanwhile, Sheffield United finds itself struggling at the bottom of the table, with manager Chris Wilder acknowledging the challenges ahead. With survival prospects looking bleak, Wilder hints at giving younger players a chance in the remaining fixtures of the season.
