Just the sort of start that Mikel Arteta would have wanted, an early goal which came about thanks to a mistake from the Brentford defence.
In a much-changed side, Arteta’s men had started conservatively but the second Brentford showed a lapse of concentration the Gunners pounced and scored the opening goal.
It was Eddie Nketiah who took advantage of a poor backpass and rather than selfishly go for goal he instead laid the ball on for Reiss Nelson who calmly slotted home.
🚨🚨| GOAL; Nelson gives Arsenal the lead!
Brentford 0-1 Arsenal
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) September 27, 2023
It doesn't get much easier 🤷♂️
Reiss Nelson puts Arsenal up 1-0 on the road
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Reiss Nelson looks lively, its amazing how Smith Rowe manages to keep himself sharp after seeing very limited actions
Reiss Nelson is a quality player,he needs to be more serious and play with some purpose.He could have had a hat trick today but he sometimes plays too casually for my liking.
He has a great opportunity at Arsenal now and he should seize it.