Arsenal defeated Manchester United 2-0, with goals from Jurrien Timber and William Saliba, marking Ruben Amorim’s first loss in the Premier League.

In a commanding display at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal put an end to Ruben Amorim’s brief tenure at Manchester United with a decisive 2-0 victory on December 4, 2024. The Gunners showcased their attacking prowess in the second half, leaving the visitors with little to show for their efforts.

The match began with a warning shot from Thomas Partey, who squandered a golden opportunity from a corner, missing from point-blank range. Despite the absence of Gabriel due to injury, Arsenal demonstrated their continued threat from set pieces, a fact that would soon become evident to the Red Devils.

After the interval, Arsenal found their rhythm, and it was Jurrien Timber who broke the deadlock with a well-placed glancing header. This goal set the tone for the remainder of the match, as the Gunners began to assert their dominance. Partey, eager to make amends for his earlier miss, then doubled the lead by heading the ball into the path of William Saliba, who made no mistake in finding the back of the net.

Amorim’s side, heavily rotated for this encounter, appeared content to settle for a goalless draw from the outset. Their lack of ambition in attack was evident, as they struggled to create any meaningful chances throughout the match. As a result, Manchester United slipped back into the bottom half of the Premier League table, while Arsenal capitalised on the opportunity to close the gap on league leaders Liverpool by two points.

In the end, it was a night to remember for Arsenal, who not only secured a vital three points but also sent a clear message to the rest of the league about their title aspirations.