Arsenal confirmed that they are back in form with a famous 2-0 win over Newcastle. That win sees Arsenal keep their title hopes alive, at least as they await Man City to drop points in their next fixtures.
Though Jorginho and Odegaard shone in that game, Arteta had another hero he couldn’t fail to mention after that game. Arteta’s unsung hero was Aaron Ramsdale.
The Spaniard took his time to appreciate the growth he is seeing in his goalkeeper, and how impressed he is with him this season. After seeing his team win against Eddie Howe’s, Arteta joined Sky Sports commentary to discuss the game. PL legend Shay Given, among the commentators, asked Arteta his thoughts on Ramsdale’s performances this season.
Arteta said on Sky Sports, as quoted by TBR: “[That’s] the most important thing [keeping the ball out of the net]! I think he’s been brilliant. It’s been a big jump for him from where he was to play for Arsenal and the standards that are required.
“He has really improved in every aspect, especially in his consistency, in his life, in his maturity, how he can read the game, so really pleased with him.”
The Englishman’s shot-stopper has been incredible for Arsenal all season, even though many will remember him for his masterclass against Liverpool. Against Newcastle, he also made a brilliant save from Willock’s hit. In that game, he picked up his 13th clean sheet, completed 13 successive short passes and four long ones, and made two high claims in that contest.
There is no doubt that it was a great team performance at St. James Park, but it could have counted for nothing if Ramsdale hadn’t been in such brilliant form to keep a clean sheet…
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Mikel Arteta buzzing after Newcastle United 0-2 Arsenal – This game was all about pride..
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His brilliant saves and our luck won us the game
You are suggesting we were lucky against Newcastle GAI but you fail to mention the fact that we missed 3 one on one chances.Are you suggesting that Newcastle were superior to us on the day , because, if you are, you are sadly mistaken.Every team in the League gets lucky breaks from time to time, and Arsenal are not more fortunate than any other side.Indeed, over the season, in terms of Referee/VAR decisions we have had the rough edge of the wedge.
If Jacob Murphy scored first, Newcastle would’ve likely parked the bus and we would’ve had a more difficult job to slice their defense
Ramsdale had a good game without a doubt, but Jorginho’s performance in midfield was MOTM hands down.
Calm, composed against that Newcastle team and rowdy crowd was magnificent stuff. Deserved his praise and flowers, and Partey should step up if he wants to start again this season.
Yes Ramsdale was one of several heroes Tyneside.
He has come under lots of criticism lately most of them unfairly too.
But Ramsdale is a top goalie that will only gets better as the spine of the team is strengthen.
Let’s see. That makes three candidates for MOTM. It’s pleasant to contemplate. Would anyone care for a debate?
Should we be happy with the fact that Ramsdale has been candidate for MOTM several times this season or worry?
I remember a time when people used to say that it was a bad sign when your GK is your best player.
Yes Siamois I get your drift. However, I’ve always been loyal to Ramsdale. Although the lad is as mad as a hatter and a bit thick, he is possibly the best shot-stopper I’ve seen and I’ve seen many. Trust me I don’t believe in hyperbole, but I do rate him highly. Sometimes when he has too much time to think he makes mistakes with his close distribution a la the Southampton debacle. But his reflexes are incredible. He will become a legend for us.
I couldn’t stop thinking back.i was not a big fan of his ‘theatrics’when he first came!the non stop high-fiving…he definitely has matured and much calmer.what I like about him,is that if he thinks he needs to go long,he will do it no matter what.something Leno struggled with,many a times I thought that he was playing short when he shouldn’t have just to please MA.
Ramsdale was just one of the heroes, there were many others.
Nick Pope had an excellent game for Newcastle United and couldn’t be blamed for Arsenal’s two goals. The standard of goalkeeping by he and Ramsdale was of a very high standard, commensurate with their standing as two of England’s top three internationals.
Ozziegunner, I know you’re “down under”, but is that any excuse for replying two days late ?
I thought you’re time zone was ahead of us in Blghty anyway.