Arsenal overcomes early setback to secure 3-1 win

Arsenal bounced back from a surprising deficit to defeat Southampton 3-1 at the Emirates Stadium, with a standout performance from Bukayo Saka. Despite dominating for most of the match, the Gunners found themselves behind early in the second half but responded in style to claim a well-deserved victory.

Archer’s strike gives Southampton a shock lead

Although Arsenal was clearly the stronger side from the outset, they found themselves trailing when Cameron Archer struck for Southampton in the 55th minute. His low shot found the bottom right corner, leaving the home fans stunned. The goal came against the run of play, as Arsenal had been pressing hard for an opener, but the Saints capitalized on a rare opportunity.

Havertz levels the score and ties Van Persie’s record

It didn’t take long for Arsenal to react. Just minutes after falling behind, Bukayo Saka, who was the standout player of the match, intercepted a Southampton pass and set up Kai Havertz for the equalizer. Havertz's shot hit the inside of the post before finding the back of the net, making it 1-1. The goal marked the German’s seventh consecutive home match with a goal, tying him with Arsenal legend Robin van Persie for the record.

Arsenal takes control

With the momentum firmly in their favor, Arsenal pushed forward relentlessly. Gabriel Martinelli gave the Gunners the lead, scoring from another Saka assist. It was Saka’s seventh assist of the season, placing him at the top of the assists chart across Europe’s major leagues. His creativity and influence on the game continue to be vital for Arsenal’s success. Saka then capped off his remarkable performance by scoring Arsenal’s third goal, sealing the 3-1 victory. The club’s academy graduate was instrumental throughout the match, providing two assists and a goal to lead his team to a dominant finish.

Arsenal’s form continues

The victory keeps Arsenal firmly in the race at the top of the Premier League table. After a slow start to the second half, the Gunners showed resilience and attacking quality to overcome Southampton’s lead and secure a crucial win. With Bukayo Saka leading the way, Arsenal continues to look like serious contenders this season. Next up for Mikel Arteta's side is a key fixture as they aim to extend their winning streak and keep up the pressure on the league leaders.