Superb set piece masters dominate sorry United
Arsenal's William Saliba celebrates scoring their side's second goal of the game during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London, December 4, 2024
Arsenal 2-0 Manchester United
by Layth Yousif
at Ashburton Grove
Arsenal utterly dominated Manchester United to inflict Ruben Amorim’s first defeat as Red Devils boss.
Second half goals from Jurrien Timber and William Saliba scored from corners displayed Mikel Arteta’s side’s set-piece prowess, while underlining their title credentials on a memorable night in north London.
The result saw Arteta’s impressive side move seven points behind Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table, after Arnie Slot’s Reds drew 3-3 at Newcastle.
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