By Olaitan Ibrahim
Arsenal delivered a dominant performance on New Year Day, thrashing Brentford 3-1 in an electrifying match that keeps them firmly in the race with Liverpool.
The Gunners, fighting for every point, demonstrated clinical precision as they dismantled Brentford’s defence with ease.
After a bright start, it was Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo who opened the scoring on home ground with a sensational strike in the 13th minute.
However, Arsenal responded swiftly, with Gabriel Jesus equalizing just 15 minutes later, heading in from close range to level the score at 1-1.
In the second half, the Gunners turned up the heat. Mikel Merino’s powerful rebound shot in the 50th minute put Arsenal ahead, followed by Gabriel Martinelli’s spectacular goal to extend the lead.
Despite Brentford’s attempts to rally, Arsenal held their ground, making crucial defensive clearances and denying the Bees any further opportunities.
As the match wound down, Brentford made multiple substitutions, but the damage had already been done. The relentless Arsenal attack left no room for Brentford to recover, sealing the 3-1 win and keeping their hopes of catching Liverpool alive.
With this emphatic victory, Arsenal move closer to the top, showcasing their strength and determination in a match that will be remembered for its swift counter-attacks and deadly precision.