“He is the only one to blame” Arteta has admitted flop Player is to blame for Arsenal’s Terrible loss this yesterday against Porto. This is definitely what you might want to hear but you would want to believe it 😳
The recent Arsenal match saw notable performances from Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, and Declan Rice, offering some hope despite the team’s disappointing outing. Our player ratings below reflect these individual efforts.
While the match outcome may not be catastrophic in the broader tie context, Arsenal, still considered favorites, must elevate their performance against a resilient Porto side. Despite Arsenal’s lackluster display, they nearly secured a goalless draw until Porto’s late moment of brilliance secured victory.
Porto, though not posing significant threats themselves, suggests that Arsenal can capitalize on their home crowd support in the return fixture for a comfortable overall victory. Unfortunately, key players like Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli struggled to make an impact.
Saka, usually dynamic, failed to replicate recent performances, and Martinelli’s questionable decision-making led to Porto’s decisive goal. Ben White and Jakub Kiwior had subpar performances, emphasizing Arsenal’s reliance on the injured Oleksandr Zinchenko.
William Saliba’s performance was decent but could have been better, highlighted by a missed header opportunity. Gabriel Magalhaes, on the other hand, stood out as one of Arsenal’s better defenders, displaying sharpness and resilience.
Declan Rice’s early booking seemed to impact his confidence, affecting his usual midfield dominance. Meanwhile, Martin Odegaard showcased class with exquisite passing, though he lacked support from the attacking players. Kai Havertz, known for versatility and composure, provided a steady presence despite not having his best night overall.
