Kolkata: The newcomers of Arsenal made an immediate effect in the team. Arsenal opened their seasonal campaign with a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace last night (August 5, 2022).
Gabriel Martinelli scored the opener in the 20th minute from a corner. Gabriel Jesus created a number of chance but failed to turn them fruitful. William Saliba defended flawlessly to steal the show in his first match.
We missed you, @PremierLeague 😘 pic.twitter.com/JvVtOLNbPX
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 5, 2022
A nervy second half continued for the Gunners. Bukayo Saka’s attempted cross got deflected into the net by Palace defender Marc Guehi in the 85th.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said. “We should have scored another one or two, we missed some chances. But (if) you want to win here, you have to dig in.”
💬 “I’ve waited a long time… I’m so happy and hungry for more!”
Welcome to the Premier League, William ❤️
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 5, 2022
Aaron Ramsdale saved a couple of good shots to maintain the clean sheet. “Aaron did incredibly well and he won the game for us,” Arteta said.
