It was another night to forget for Frank Lampard as Arsenal coasted to a comfortable 2-0 victory over Everton in their pre-season friendly at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
In their preseason friendly at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Arsenal cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory over Everton, giving Frank Lampard yet another night to forget.
In the game's 33rd minute, new signee Gabriel Jesus scored the first goal for the Gunners. Three minutes later, Bukayo Saka scored the north-London club's second goal with an assist from the Brazilian forward.
Victory in Baltimore! ✊
🔴 2-0 🔵 (FT) pic.twitter.com/oiYm2LcpaA
Jesus, who arrived from Manchester City for 45 million pounds, was the show's star for Mikel Arteta's team as he maintained his successful start in red. He fought Yerry Mina physically and contributed to Arsenal's creativity all over the field.
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With his aggressive dashes down the right side of the field, Saka also continuously troubled Everton's left back. He might have appeared on the scorecard more than once if the service had been provided.
A big thank you to all of our fans this week ❤️
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Everton, meanwhile, played a game of two halves. They battled to control the ball in the first half against the North London team and appeared lost. Only after Everton boss, Lampard decided to swap his entire XI at half-time did they make any real headway in the game.
James Tarkowski, a recent Everton addition, Anthony Gordon, and Alex Iwobi entered the game. Arsenal made six changes, including those of Rob Holding and Eddie Nketiah.
Tarkowski served as the defensive anchor for Everton. He produced several significant blocks that prevented the Gunners from increasing their lead. The son of former England hero Danny, teenage full-back Stanley Mills rose to the occasion admirably.
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Following the win, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said, "We showed a lot of composure on the ball, we attacked the right spaces and I’m really happy."
💬 "We showed a lot of composure on the ball, we attacked the right spaces and I’m really happy."
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Arsenal fans took to Twitter to express their joy over Gabriel Jesus' goal-scoring run, with some suggesting the Brazilian forward appears to be hungry for more action. Here's a look at a few reactions:
Three goals in two preseason games for Gabriel Jesus 👊 pic.twitter.com/oAzfmzgrAa
— B/R Football (@brfootball)Gabriel Jesus is ridiculous man, that first touch to kill that ball makes the goal pic.twitter.com/72982xpgJu
— . (@DocAFC_)The premier league ain’t ready for Gabriel Jesus 😮💨🥶 pic.twitter.com/2iM2A1QB4y
— GabbySzn™️ (@JesusRegen_)The thing with Gabriel Jesus, not only a brilliant striker but he makes the players around him better. What a breath of fresh air
— Renato (@rehnato)I hope everyone can agree that Gabriel Jesus will outscore Darwin Nunez in all competitions next season… pic.twitter.com/PnGqwpraJ8
— AFCTALK (@AFCTalk0)| Gabriel Jesus dialling Eddie and calling him during his celebration 📞 pic.twitter.com/Jwu7aoJoFI
— Chris Davison (@cdavison_afc)Gabriel Jesus is a very good striker tho.
Pep didn't give him that chance to really go for it.
See his goal again against Everton.
Cool down a corner & fire shot straight.
Gabriel Jesus has outdone prime Oxlade Chamberlain pre-season levels
— Sash ~ (@ltarsenal)Just how good is Gabriel Jesus? The two games he’s played, he has absurd quality. A real game-changer! 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/MgsYQvbFPt
— Eduardo Hagn (@EduardoHagn)GABRIEL JESUS MEANS BUSINESS! pic.twitter.com/3SdqJMzNEV
— AFCTALK (@AFCTalk0)9 goals in 11 matches vs Everton for Gabriel Jesus. His favourite opponent. pic.twitter.com/gjkFnHqLlH
— AfcVIP⁴⁹ (@VipArsenal)GABRIEL JESUS 🇧🇷🇧🇷. WE FINALLY HAVE A STRIKER WHO CAN ACTUALLY FINISH AND CREATE CHANCES FOR OTHERS TEARS IN MY EYES MANNNN😭😭 pic.twitter.com/n2GKGwY6Uj
— Imad 🥤 (@imadafc)Gabriel Jesus is going to be a beast at Arsenal. The signs are already there. pic.twitter.com/LA7aZCRjL5
— Gooner Eurychus 🇰🇪⚽ (@Gooner_Eurychus)Bukayo Saka using the Gabriel Jesus celebration after the Brazilian assisted his goal against Everton… 😍
The connection is STRONG! 📞 pic.twitter.com/F8afW9cAt5
I believe auba and lacazette won’t be missed. We’ve got our new G.O.A.T 🐐
Gabriel Jesus 👑 pic.twitter.com/ahFTzqoN6t
The is going to have to get used to seeing a lot of that Gabriel Jesus 🇧🇷 celebration in the next few years 😉 🔴 pic.twitter.com/DxPR12JLkz
— Arsenal News Channel (@Arsenalnewschan)This Gabriel Jesus guy fits Arsenal's dynamics perfectly. One moment he is an incredible false 9, and the other he's suddenly a proper forward making runs to stretch teams.
My first ever player recommendation for Arsenal and first ever Twitter thread.