Arsenal back in title hunt, Southgate’s obsession with Henderson and more – Football Weekly
Feb 5, 2024
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Barry Glendenning, Troy Townsend, and Jacob Steinberg discuss Arsenal's comeback in the title race, controversial refereeing decisions, emotional non-celebrations, Brighton's dominance, and Chelsea's need for a finisher.
Emotional attachment: Richarlison's non-celebration after scoring highlights his connection to Everton.
Attacking prowess: Aston Villa's dominant display showcases their ability to exploit Burnley's defensive weaknesses.
Brighton's progress: Comprehensive victory over Crystal Palace demonstrates their improvement under manager Graham Potter.
Deep dives
Everton and Spurs share the points in thrilling draw
Richarlison's non-celebration after scoring against his former club showed his emotional attachment to Everton, while Eric Dier's own goal in injury time secured a point for Spurs. Callum Hudson-Odoi showcased his potential with a fantastic goal, but Phil Bardsley's stamp on Lucas Digne led to a red card. The game ended in a 2-2 draw, leaving both teams with mixed emotions.
Villa dominate in a 5-0 victory against Burnley
Aston Villa put on a dominant display against Burnley, with Ollie Watkins scoring a brace and contributing three assists. The game showcased Villa's attacking prowess and their ability to exploit Burnley's defensive weaknesses. The result leaves Burnley in a difficult position, while Villa continues to impress with their attacking firepower.
Brighton outclass Crystal Palace with a 4-1 win
Brighton displayed their superiority in a comprehensive 4-1 victory against Crystal Palace. The game saw Neal Maupay and Leandro Trossard shine with their goals, while Palace struggled to match Brighton's intensity. The result highlights Brighton's progress under manager Graham Potter, while Palace faces criticisms over their lackluster performance.
Manchester United secure a 3-0 win over West Ham
Manchester United displayed their strength with a convincing 3-0 victory against West Ham. The young trio of Christiano Ronaldo, Mason Greenwood, and Marcus Rashford showcased their attacking prowess with each of them scoring a goal. The result leaves West Ham struggling and Manchester United in a strong position in the Premier League.
Chelsea salvage a late draw against Everton
Chelsea managed to salvage a late draw against Everton with goals from Richarlison and Dom Calvert-Lewin in injury time. Richarlison's emotional non-celebration after scoring against his former club highlighted the significance of the match. The draw raises questions about Chelsea's ability to hold on to leads and Everton's resilience in fighting until the last minute.
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Troy Townsend, and Jacob Steinberg to discuss all of the weekend’s Premier League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
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