London, Dec. 3, 2025 — Arsenal secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Brentford in the English Premier League, with Mikel Merino once again on the scoresheet.
Merino opened the scoring in the 34th minute, finishing off a well-worked move orchestrated by Martin Ødegaard.
Bukayo Saka doubled the lead in the 68th minute, slotting home after a quick counterattack.
The win keeps Arsenal firmly in contention at the top of the table, maintaining pressure on leaders Manchester City. Brentford, meanwhile, struggled to create clear chances and remain in the bottom half of the standings.
Manager Mikel Arteta praised Merino’s consistency, noting that his midfield contributions have added a new dimension to Arsenal’s attack. Fans at the Emirates celebrated the Spaniard’s growing influence, with chants echoing across the stadium.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank admitted his side were second best, highlighting defensive lapses that allowed Arsenal to dominate possession and dictate the game’s tempo.
Analysts say Arsenal’s balance between midfield creativity and attacking sharpness makes them strong contenders as the season heads into its decisive phase.
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