In 2025, the Premier League was kicked off by Arsenal! In the early hours of Thursday morning (2), Arsenal, the visitors, went top of the table with their third consecutive league win over Liverpool in a 3-1 victory. Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus once again led the way in this match, while maintaining an impressive record - Arsenal are unbeaten in the last nine years of his Premier League career for every goal scored by Jesus!
Before the match, Arsenal suffered a viral crisis with numerous players unwell and Xaviers was no exception. Binford launched a blitzkrieg and scored in the 13th minute of the game. McBiomo's shot hit the post to give the hosts the first score. Arsenal took control of the game as Thomas Pardy was on target in the 29th minute. Jesus grabbed a header in front of goal and the Brazilian shot-stopper was in hot form with six goals in his last four matches.
Arsenal stepped up their attack in the second half, scoring on 50 minutes with their trademark corner kick play. Mikiel Marinu was awarded a penalty in a melee in front of goal, and three minutes later Gabriel Martinelli again capitalized on an opponent's clearance with a clever shot from inside the box to seal the 3-1 win. Arsenal were level three minutes after taking the lead, but Liverpool remain six points clear and retain a faint glimmer of competitive hope.
Arsenal has bounced back strongly recently and is in a brave form. Jesus has been a blessing for the team. Since landing in the Premier League in 2016, Jesus has spent his ninth season with Arsenal. In 62 Premier League matches, Arsenal achieved an undefeated record of 57 wins and 5 draws, also known as the "undefeated department". Jesus has scored in the league with a 92% win rate.
Voted Man of the Match? Jesus said after the game, "Personally, I don't focus too much on the (undefeated) record. I just want to help the team keep scoring goals, win games and fight for the title. I know the league still has a long way to go. Hopefully I can do well before other teams lose points, like in this game."
