Arsenal delivered a dominant performance at the Emirates, sweeping aside Leeds United with a 5–0 rout to record back-to-back wins in the Premier League.
The goals began with Jurrien Timber, who flicked Declan Rice’s corner into the far corner for 1–0. Bukayo Saka then ended his goal drought just before half-time, latching onto Timber’s through-ball and finishing from a tight angle for his 70th goal in Arsenal colours.
Timber wasn’t finished — heading in a second from another corner, Arsenal’s 33rd goal from set-pieces since the start of 2023/24.
Home debutant Viktor Gyökeres added a clinical strike from the left before calmly dispatching a late penalty won by academy talent Max Dowman, who became the second-youngest Arsenal player to appear in the Premier League.
Injury concerns slightly tempered the night’s celebrations, with both Saka and Martin Ødegaard forced off, but Arsenal’s attacking fluidity offered plenty of encouragement.
Arsenal 5–0 Leeds: Goals Recap
- ⚽ 34’ — Timber flicks Rice’s corner for 1–0
- ⚽ 45+1’ — Timber assist, Saka scores for 2–0 (70th Arsenal goal)
- ⚽ 48’ — Gyökeres cuts inside, scores his first home goal for 3–0
- ⚽ 56’ — Timber header from a corner, 4–0
- ⚽ 90+5’ — Gyökeres penalty after Dowman foul, 5–0
Match Stats — Arsenal vs Leeds (23 August 2025)
| Stat | Arsenal | Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 68% | 32% |
| xG | 2.82 | 0.16 |
| Total Shots | 18 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 1 |
| Corners | 2 | 2 |
| Passes | 594 | 279 |
| Tackles | 14 | 15 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 2 |
source: sofascore match data – 23 august 2025
The stats underline Arsenal’s dominance: nearly 600 passes, five shots on target, and three big chances created compared to Leeds’ solitary effort.
Analyst Verdict — FootballPlace View
By FootballPlace analyst Sam Ridgway
This was Arsenal at their ruthless best — efficient from corners, incisive in attack, and unrelenting in possession. Jurrien Timber stood out not only for his goals and assist but for his positional flexibility, seamlessly linking defence and attack.
Viktor Gyökeres’ brace will calm any doubts about his adaptation to Arsenal’s style. From reviewing his opening two games, he looks increasingly comfortable drifting wide, cutting inside, and pressing defenders with energy.
The only downside: injuries to Saka and Ødegaard, which could shape Mikel Arteta’s team selection in the coming weeks.
Key Insights
- Arsenal 5–0 Leeds: Timber scored twice and assisted once
- Bukayo Saka scored his 70th Arsenal goal but went off injured
- Viktor Gyökeres netted twice, including a penalty won by Max Dowman
- Arsenal scored their 33rd goal from corners since August 2023
- Leeds limited to 3 shots and 0 big chances all game
What’s Next
Arsenal travel to face Liverpool next weekend, looking to continue their perfect start. Injuries to key men could force Arteta into early squad rotation.
Leeds, still adapting under Daniel Farke, face Newcastle United in the Premier League at Elland Road in a must-respond fixture after a heavy defeat exposed their defensive vulnerabilities.
Can Arsenal’s set-piece dominance fuel a title challenge — or will injuries derail Arteta’s early momentum?
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