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Arsenal Thrash Leeds 5-0 As Injuries To Saka, Odegaard Overshadow Timber’s Heroics

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Arsenal fans were buzzing even before kick-off as the Gunners unveiled new signing Eberechi Eze in front of a jubilant home crowd. The £67.5m midfielder was greeted with loud applause, raising the excitement levels inside the Emirates.

But omo, the real drama started once the whistle blew!

Arsenal Goals Rained In

  • 34th min: Jurrien Timber opened the scoring with a powerful header from Declan Rice’s corner.
  • 45+1 min: Bukayo Saka doubled the lead with a ruthless strike before halftime.
  • 48th min: New signing Viktor Gyokeres finally opened his Arsenal account with a smart finish.
  • 56th min: Timber struck again, turning the game into a party at the Emirates.
  • 90+5 min: Gyokeres sealed his brace from the penalty spot after 15-year-old Max Dowman won a last-minute spot-kick.

Omo, this match was pure vibes — goals everywhere and even a Premier League debut for a teenager!


The Painful Twist

Just as the fans were rejoicing, wahala struck. Captain Martin Odegaard limped off in the first half, and later Bukayo Saka also picked up an injury.

Add that to Kai Havertz already being sidelined, and suddenly Arsenal’s attacking depth is looking shaky. Omo, this is painful oo, especially with Liverpool away up next!


Max Dowman Makes History

At just 15 years and 229 days, Dowman became Arsenal’s second-youngest Premier League debutant, behind Ethan Nwaneri. The youngster didn’t score but won a penalty in stoppage time, showing serious promise for the future.


Match Stats (Quick Glance)

  • Possession: Arsenal 68% – 32% Leeds
  • Shots: Arsenal 18 – 3 Leeds
  • On Target: Arsenal 5 – 1 Leeds
  • Man of the Match: Jurrien Timber (2 goals + 1 assist)

What Next?

Arsenal now travel to Anfield to face Liverpool, in what could be their toughest test yet this season. Fans are keeping fingers crossed that Saka and Odegaard recover in time.

Meanwhile, Leeds head into their EFL Cup tie against Sheffield Wednesday before taking on Newcastle in the league.