Football Arsenal crushes West Ham to claim second place

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Football Arsenal crushes West Ham to claim second place

Football Arsenal crushes West Ham to claim second place

On Saturday afternoon, Arsenal delivered a stunning performance, defeating West Ham 5-2 in the 13th round of the Premier League. Mikel Arteta’s men, in excellent form, have climbed to second place in the standings, showcasing their intent to challenge for the top spots.

Photos : Arsenal/West Ham United/DR

Speed start

Riding high on recent victories against Nottingham Forest (3-0) and Sporting CP (5-1), Arsenal wasted no time asserting their dominance. Gabriel Magalhães, who scored in the Champions League, opened the scoring in the 10th minute. Leandro Trossard doubled the lead in the 27th minute, followed by Martin Ødegaard converting a penalty in the 34th minute. Just two minutes later, Kai Havertz added a fourth goal, making it 4-0 within 36 minutes.

West Ham’s brief response

Despite the early setback, West Ham managed to pull two goals back through Aaron Wan-Bissaka, assisted by Carlos Soler, and Emerson. These quick goals briefly reignited the contest. However, just before halftime, Bukayo Saka converted another penalty, extending Arsenal’s lead to 5-2.

Photos : Arsenal/West Ham United/DR

Controlled second half

In the second half, Arsenal expertly managed their lead, preventing West Ham from mounting any significant comeback. The Gunners maintained control and saw out the match comfortably.

Impact on the standings

This emphatic victory propels Arsenal to second place in the Premier League standings, pending the results of Manchester City and Chelsea. Meanwhile, West Ham’s struggles continue as they remain in the lower half of the table, reflecting a challenging start to their season. Arsenal’s dominant display sends a clear message to their competitors.