Arsenal edges Leicester City in thrilling 4-2 comeback

Despite Arsenal’s first-half dominance, Leicester City came out with renewed vigor after the break. James Justin, Leicester’s back, took matters into his own hands and inspired a remarkable comeback. Just minutes into the second half, Justin headed in a goal to cut the deficit, and within 25 minutes, he added a second with a stunning volley, leveling the score at 2-2. The unexpected turnaround left Arsenal reeling as Leicester gained confidence, pushing the Gunners onto the back foot.

Arsenal responds late

Facing the prospect of dropping valuable points, Arsenal pressed forward in search of a winner. With just minutes left, Riccardo Calafiori came close to restoring Arsenal’s lead, but it wasn’t until Leandro Trossard’s stroke of fortune that the breakthrough came. Trossard’s shot from a corner was deflected by Wilfred Ndidi and found its way past Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen, giving Arsenal a 3-2 lead. Just moments later, Hermansen made a costly error, fumbling a routine save, which allowed Kai Havertz to slot home and seal the victory for Arsenal. The Emirates erupted as Havertz’s goal put the result beyond doubt, capping off an eventful match.

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