Julen Lopetegui went from a strong 0-2 win against Newcastle at St. James’ Park and probably felt the West Ham team was ready to take on Arsenal at home. Kabooong! Martin Ødegaard led his city rival to a goal celebration of a match.
5-2 win for Arsenal! When the smoke had settled at the Olympic Stadium in London, it became clear that Arsenal had equalled an absolutely wild record from 1937 – with captain Martin Ødegaard on the pitch every time.
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Arsenal have, after Saturday’s game, won 5 away games in 2024 with five+ goals.
February: 0-6 against West Ham, 0-5 against Burnley
March: 0-6 against Sheffield United
November: 1-5 against Sporting, 2-5 against West Ham
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According to Opta, this goal phenomenon has not happened in the top English league in the same calendar year since 1937.
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