Arsenal narrowly defeated Italian side Monza 1-0 in their Champions League opener thanks to a stunning penalty save from Aaron Raya. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Arsenal struggled to find the back of the net, leaving manager Mikel Arteta with concerns ahead of their crucial clash against Manchester City.
minute penalty – the latest addition to his collection of world class stops since becoming the club’s No.1.Not that Raya needs any advice on saving penalties, such is his superb record, sending Arsenal to the Champions League quarter finals withon his own goal line to deny Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, but this one was arguably even more jaw-dropping.
But amid the injury crisis growing by the day in his squad, Arteta had options to play with as Declan Rice was back after suspension and Riccardo Calafiori returned from a calf knock. Saka cut inside and had a fizzed effort deflected out for a corner. Kai Havertz then linked up with Jesus but the German’s attempt dribbled wide after driving into the box.The win at Spurs was at times edgy, nervy and an unpleasant watch for the neutrals. The Gunners were pinned in with their backs against the wall and defending resolutely for spells.
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