Declan Rice hits out in new two-word Arsenal message
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was awarded the Player of the Match award in their 2-0 Premier League win over Man United on Wednesday (December 4).
The 25-year-old was officially credited with one assist in Arsenal’s home victory over Ruben Amorim’s side, but his in-swinging corners were the main reason Mikel Arteta’s side secured all three points.
Jurrien Timber opened the scoring with his first goal for the club, getting his head on Rice’s corner at the near post and guiding it past Andre Onana in the United goal.
William Saliba doubled Arsenal’s lead in the 73rd minute when a Rice corner was flicked on by Thomas Partey, allowing the center-back to head it into the net.
Arsenal dropped to third despite their win, behind Chelsea by virtue of goal difference in the race for the Premier League title.
Set piece coach Nicolas Jover has had an immense impact on the North London club, with Arteta’s side scoring a whopping 22 goals from corners since the start of last season, the most in the Premier League.
Arsenal ace Declan Rice tells critics to “keep doubting” after impressive Man United performance
The defensive midfielder has been integral to Arteta’s plans so far this season, starting all 17 of his appearances across all competitions, scoring once and providing four assists.
Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Newcastle keeps Arsenal within reach of the league leaders, trailing by seven points as they continue their pursuit of the Premier League trophy.
Rice took to Instagram after the game to post a selfie while holding his Player of the Match award, urging his critics to “keep doubting.”
Arsenal’s 2-0 victory handed Man United their first defeat under Ruben Amorim, pushing them back into the bottom half of the table in 11th place.
The title contenders travel west to face Fulham on Sunday (December 8) as they aim to win their fifth consecutive game across all competitions.
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