Arsenal vs Leicester LIVE: Score and updates as Martinelli puts Gunners in front
Arsenal faces Leicester City in the Premier League as they aim to bounce back from last weekend's thrilling draw against their title competitors, Manchester City.
The Arsenal defense, which had held firm despite being a player down, was finally broken by John Stones in the dying moments of injury time. As a result, Mikel Arteta's team had to settle for a 2-2 draw, missing out on what could have been an incredible victory.
However, following City's mistake in the midday match against Newcastle, a win against Leicester would allow Arsenal to equal their points.
Leicester has struggled to adjust to life in the Premier League after being promoted from the Championship last season. They are still searching for their first victory of the season, but have managed to secure three draws in five matches.
Stay updated with everything happening in our blog below:
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Jamie Vardy received a yellow card.
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Help Jurriën David Norman Timber.
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Objective: Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Arsenal makes their first attempt at goal when Saka cuts in and fires a shot, but it's an easy save for Hermansen. Saka then plays a key role by setting up Martinelli, who unfortunately sends the ball flying over the crossbar!
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Arsenal are making progress, with Saka sending Havertz into the Leicester penalty area, but Faes quickly recovers to clear the ball with his header.
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Rice sends a deflected cross into the penalty area, which Kristiansen clears just as Saka is poised to pounce. Arsenal quickly regain control of the ball in Leicester's half, but the Foxes stand their ground successfully.
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Martinelli executes a swift free-kick effectively, and after a deflection, his cross ultimately goes out for a corner for Arsenal.
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
There's worry for Arsenal as Martinelli is still on the ground following a tough tackle from former Tottenham player Skipp. The Brazilian international is now up and moving again, but it looked like it hurt.
Arsenal Takes On Leicester City
Leicester is beginning to find some offensive rhythm after dealing with the early pressure from Arsenal. However, Buonanotte's lackluster shot from inside the box gets knocked away by Calafiori.
Arsenal Faces Leicester City Today
Arsenal dominated possession early on, with Martinelli nearly breaking free on the left side for the home team. However, Hermansen intervened to clear the ball for Leicester. Shortly after, Saka attempted to maneuver on the right side but was pushed out by Okoli, resulting in a goal-kick for the Foxes.
