Ruthless Arsenal Blow Ipswich Away with Four-Goal Masterclass
Well, what a statement from Arsenal at Portman Road. A 4-0 victory over Ipswich Town and it could’ve been even more. From the very first whistle, you could tell Mikel Arteta’s men were on a mission—relentless, focused, and utterly dominant. That opening 35 minutes? Easily some of the best football we’ve seen from them this season. High tempo, sharp passing, and tactical precision—it was total control.
Leandro Trossard, oh my, he was electric. Two goals on the day, including a lovely opener where he pounced in the box, and another clinical finish later on. But don’t let the scoreline fool you—this wasn’t just about finishing, it was about structure and fluidity. Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard were menaces down the right side, Ben White’s return made a huge difference, and you could feel the chemistry bubbling between them.
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Then came the incident—Leif Davis's reckless tackle on Saka. Red card, no arguments. It wasn’t malicious, but it was dangerous. Arteta later confirmed Saka was “a bit sore” but thankfully nothing serious. Still, it shifted the game. Ipswich were already struggling, but going a man down turned it into a training session for the Gunners.
Martinelli, sharp as ever, bagged his 50th goal for Arsenal after some delightful build-up play featuring a cheeky backheel from Mikel Merino. Speaking of Merino, seeing him back in midfield was refreshing—he looked totally at ease, controlling the tempo and linking the play like he never left that role.
Post-match, Arteta was all smiles in his presser. He praised the squad’s intensity, their adaptability, and the overall collective strength. He even touched on upcoming rotation against Palace, mindful of the looming PSG clash. He knows this team needs to stay sharp and fresh, and right now, they look more than ready.
Kieran McKenna, Ipswich's boss, summed it up best: Arsenal were just on a “different level.” And honestly, he’s not wrong. From back to front, this side looked like a well-oiled machine, already humming in Champions League gear. A routine win on paper, yes—but in performance? This was a message to anyone watching: Arsenal are not slowing down.
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