Match report
Arsenal Defeats Leeds 2–0 in League Cup
Arsenal
2–0
FT
Leeds
Oct 26, 2021
Arsenal demonstrated their superiority by defeating Leeds 2-0 in the League Cup on October 26th, 2021. The victory was marked by two crucial goals from Chambers and Nketiah, which secured Arsenal's place in the competition. Despite Leeds' early yellow card for T. Roberts, Arsenal managed to maintain their composure and capitalize on key moments to claim the win.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Arsenal 2–0 Leeds
- • Goal by C. Chambers (55') assisted by N. Pepe
- • Goal by E. Nketiah (69')
- • T. Roberts received a yellow card for Leeds at 23'
- • Cédric Soares received a yellow card for Arsenal at 59'
Lineups
Arsenal
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 B. Leno (G)
- 17 Cédric Soares (D)
- 31 S. Kolašinac (D)
- 16 R. Holding (D)
- 4 B. White (D)
- 25 Mohamed Elneny (M)
- 15 A. Maitland-Niles (M)
- 10 E. Smith Rowe (M)
- 19 N. Pépé (M)
- 30 E. Nketiah (F)
- 35 Gabriel Martinelli (M)
Substitutes
- 21 C. Chambers
- 9 A. Lacazette
- 23 A. Lokonga
- 20 Nuno Tavares
- 32 A. Ramsdale
- 5 T. Partey
- 7 B. Saka
- 26 F. Balogun
- 65 S. Oulad M'Hand
Leeds
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 I. Meslier (G)
- 15 S. Dallas (D)
- 14 Diego Llorente (D)
- 21 P. Struijk (D)
- 37 C. Drameh (D)
- 4 A. Forshaw (M)
- 23 K. Phillips (M)
- 22 J. Harrison (M)
- 19 Rodrigo (F)
- 20 D. James (M)
- 11 T. Roberts (M)
Substitutes
- 43 M. Klich
- 30 J. Gelhardt
- 6 L. Cooper
- 42 S. Greenwood
- 38 C. Summerville
- 39 S. McKinstry
- 35 C. Cresswell
- 33 L. Hjelde
- 13 K. Klaesson
Timeline
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23' Leeds Card · Yellow CardT. RobertsFoul
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46' Leeds subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Forshaw · On: M. Klich -
53' Leeds subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Roberts · On: J. Gelhardt -
55' Arsenal subst · Substitution 1Off: Benjamin White · On: C. Chambers -
55' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalC. Chambers · Assist: N. Pepe -
59' Arsenal Card · Yellow CardCédric SoaresFoul
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59' Leeds subst · Substitution 3Off: Diego Llorente · On: L. Cooper -
69' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalE. Nketiah -
70' Leeds subst · Substitution 4Off: Rodrigo · On: S. Greenwood -
70' Leeds subst · Substitution 5Off: Daniel James · On: C. Summerville -
72' Arsenal subst · Substitution 2Off: E. Smith Rowe · On: Alexandre Lacazette -
72' Arsenal subst · Substitution 3Off: Mohamed Elneny · On: A. Lokonga -
76' Arsenal subst · Substitution 4Off: R. Holding · On: Nuno Tavares
Match Stats
| Stat | Arsenal | Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 5 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 80% | 82% |
| Offsides | 3 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 14 |
| Corners | 10 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 347 | 452 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 6 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 5 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 3 |
| Possession | 45% | 55% |
| Accurate Passes | 279 | 372 |
| Shots Inside Box | 13 | 9 |
| Saves | 5 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 1 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ C. Chambers' goal in the 55th minute provided Arsenal with a crucial lead, shifting the momentum in their favor.
- ▸ E. Nketiah's goal in the 69th minute sealed the victory for Arsenal, leaving Leeds without a comeback opportunity.