Mikel Merino’s Late Brace Seals Arsenal’s Victory Over Leicester City

Arsenal secured a crucial Premier League victory over Leicester City, thanks to a dramatic late double from Mikel Merino. The Gunners left it late but managed to claim all three points in an intense battle at the King Power Stadium.

Arsenal vs Leicester City: Match Recap

Leicester put up a strong defensive display, frustrating Arsenal for much of the game. Despite dominating possession, Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to find the breakthrough against a well-organized Leicester defense.

However, in the dying minutes of the match, Mikel Merino stepped up in spectacular fashion. The Spanish midfielder netted twice in quick succession, securing a 2-0 win for Arsenal and sending the away crowd into celebration.

Key Takeaways from Arsenal’s Win

• Mikel Merino shines – The midfielder delivered in the final moments, proving to be the match-winner.
• Defensive resilience – Arsenal maintained a clean sheet, keeping Leicester’s attack at bay.
• Crucial three points – This win strengthens Arsenal’s position in the Premier League race and puts them only 4 points behind Liverpool in the title race.

What’s Next for Arsenal?

With this victory, Arsenal continues their push for a top-four finish and will shift their focus to the next fixture against West Ham.