Arsenal produced another electric performance to beat Sheffield United 6-0 away from home in a truly dominant display.
Sheffield United continued their horrific form but Mikel Arteta’s side were also flying, and had five different goalscorers in what was another record-breaking victory.
Martin Odegaard opened the scoring early on with a strong finish into the bottom corner, before Bukayo Saka forced an own goal from Jayden Bogle.
Gabriel Martinelli then got on the scoresheet with a deflected finish, before Kai Havertz found the bottom corner with a clinical strike.
Declan Rice then powered in to make it 5-0 by halftime, and Ben White then scored the best goal of the bunch with an excellent finish on his weaker left foot.
It was a comfortable performance for Arsenal, who became the first team in the history of English football to score five or more in three consecutive away games.
Arsenal player ratings vs Sheffield United
David Raya – 8/10
Had very little to do, but pulled off a strong save from the host’s best effort, which was then flagged for offside.
Ben White – 9/10
Scored the best goal of the lot with an outstanding finish into the corner from his weaker left foot. Strong on the ball and excelled defensively all game.
William Saliba – 10/10
Completed more passes than the entire Sheffield United team. Dominant at the back and excellent in build-up play.
Gabriel Magalhaes – 8/10
Also assured in his passing alongside Saliba. Didn’t have his usual threat from set-pieces but again a rock at the back and got forward well in possession.
Jakub Kiwior – 9/10
The £20m star put in another strong performance, assisting Martinelli’s goal. Deserves to keep his place in the side.
Jorginho – 8/10
Strong performance on the ball again, whilst also winning all of his duels.
Declan Rice – 9/10
Another brilliant display in the middle of the park, and also got onto the scoresheet. Threatened with several powerful shots and proved a nightmare to defend against.
Martin Odegaard – 10/10
Awarded the player of the match award and rightly so. Helped Arsenal get off to the best possible start with his early goal. Played an outstanding long pass to Martinelli early on, whilst creating four chances throughout.
Bukayo Saka – 9/10
Did not get on the scoresheet after his remarkable recent run in front of goal, but forced the own goal from Bogle and set up Rice for his finish. Came off at half time, which prevented him from threatening even more.
Gabriel Martinelli – 8/10
Took his goal well and provided a lot of speed down the left side of the pitch before being withdrawn with a suspected injury.
Kai Havertz – 9/10
One of the German’s best displays yet, registering a goal and an assist. Took his goal superbly as he found the bottom corner, whilst his hold-up play and passing caused nightmares for the opposition defence.
Substitutes
Gabriel Jesus – 6/10
Fabio Vieira – 7/10
Thomas Partey – 4/10
Leandro Trossard – 6/10
Cedric Soares – 6/10
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