Arsenal kicked off the 2024/25 Premier League campaign with a 2-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium. Thanks to goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka, Mikel Arteta’s side saw all three points to open the campaign. AFTV’s James B is back with another player ratings piece. Read what he had to say about the performance below!
Raya – 8
Big save at 1-0 and all-round game was really good! I’ve asked for more of those moments from Raya this season and that was a big one.
White – 6
Did well but nothing of real note from what I can remember…
Saliba – 7
Defensively was perhaps perfect but on the ball there were a few sloppy passes first half! This is all I can mention really because his levels are so good I have to point to the odd ‘sloppy pass’.
Gabriel – 5
Had a few rash moments and was maybe lucky not to get booked. Also got done by a Wolves attacker in the first half. Second half much better. He was fine! 5 is fine, not BAD.
Zinchenko – 7
Played some lovely passes and kept Arsenal ticking in possession. His defending was good too!
Odegaard – 8
That drag-back to put Havertz through on goal was sublime! I really fear a game we have to play without him because everything’s running through him at the moment.
Partey – 6
Yes, caught once or twice, and yes, he hasn’t discovered his best form… But some of the passing, touches and moments to settle Arsenal in possession were really good? He’s getting better there.
Rice – 7
It’s interesting seeing him playing higher up the pitch because I don’t think it comes that naturally to him and some of the first half moments were evidence of that. BUT, he is a cheatcode because he’s straight back to being a DM out of possession. Incredible workrate and athleticism.
Saka – 9
My Man Of The Match… What an amazing cross, what a huge goal – he executed both perfectly and he stepped up. He’s World Class, I won’t dispute this anymore.
Havertz – 8
If Saka were a 10 I’d have given Havertz a 9. Basically he just wasn’t quite as good as Saka, but he was excellent. Workrate was phenomenal, pressing was masterful, hold-up was neat, and he’s playing with a confidence. So great to see – great header by the way!
SUBS
Timber – 7
Showed some LOVELY touches and skill. More to come for sure.
Trossard – 6
Didn’t see much but always brings calmness and composure to the side!
Jesus – 7
Also showed some lovely skill! Really hope he stays fit this season.
MANAGER
Arteta – 7
Arsenal weren’t at their very best but the XI was spot on and the subs definitely impacted the game positively. Taking Saka off was good to see too! Managing his minutes is key.
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