Arsenal secured their 18th Premier League win of the season earlier this afternoon, demolishing relegation-threatened Ipswich Town 4-0 at Portman Road.
First-half goals from Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli put Mikel Arteta’s side two ahead, before Leif Davis’ dismissal ended any chance of a second-half comeback for the hosts.
The Belgian added his second of the contest, before Ethan Nwaneri put the finishing touches on what was another superb showing from the Gunners.
Although the title looks all but gone with just five games remaining, it hands the side huge momentum ahead of their crunch Champions League semi-final with PSG next week.
Such a display has given numerous first-team players the confidence booster they’ve so desperately needed, hopefully allowing them to be in top form for the remainder of the campaign.
Arsenal’s star performers against Ipswich Town
Declan Rice was the star in the two legs against Real Madrid in Europe over the last couple of weeks, building on such displays against the Tractor Boys.
The 26-year-old won 100% of the tackles he entered, whilst also completing 95% of the passes he attempted – having a huge impact at both ends of the pitch.
As previously mentioned, forward Trossard grabbed two of the Gunners’ four goals in the triumph, in what was undoubtedly one of his best showings of the season so far.
Alongside his goals, the former Brighton ace managed to win 100% of the aerial duels he entered, whilst also managing a total of ten touches inside the opposition’s 18-yard box.
However, despite the showings of the aforementioned duo, one other starter had an afternoon to remember, looking back to his best in the process.
The Arsenal star who produced his best display of the season
The club’s progression in the Champions League will give the supporters the hope of winning their first ever European title come the end of the ongoing season.
However, if they are to achieve such a feat in the next few months, Arteta will need all of his players to play an important part, needing to be at the top of their game.
Injuries have certainly plagued the side, restricting numerous key players from reaching the heights they have shown they are capable of over the previous seasons.
Midfielder Martin Odegaard struggled with an ankle issue during the early months of the season, restricting him from being able to make an impact in the first team.
However, his showing earlier on today was certainly his best of the season, impressing and playing a key role in the mammoth triumph in East Anglia.
The Norwegian featured for the entirety of the victory, registering a total of 115 touches, completing 90 passes at a completion rate of 89% – highlighting his impressive nature in possession.
He registered three shots during the win, two of which were on target, with the other rattling the post – unlucky not to find himself on the scoresheet after setting up Trossard’s opener.
Minutes played
90
Touches
115
Passes completed
90/101 (89%)
Assists
1
Shots taken
3
Tackles made
1
Long balls completed
9/9 (100%)
Fouls won
1
Defensively, Odegaard also impressed, winning 100% of the tackles he entered, whilst also making four recoveries in what was a superb display from the Gunners’ captain.
As a result of his showing, the midfielder was handed an 8/10 match rating by The Standard’s Simon Collings, showcasing how impressive he was this afternoon.
The next few weeks are vital for the Gunners’ season, with the Champions League arguably their last chance to win a trophy, given the gap in the Premier League.
If they are to achieve such a feat, Odegaard could play a vital part, with any success they could endure potential down to the Norwegian’s return to form.
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