While the Arsenal defense is justly receiving acclaim, Kai Havertz has been discreetly establishing himself as a starring figure and could be the linchpin of their title challenge. “Havertz had his best game in an Arsenal shirt,” gushed Alan Smith of Sky Sports following the forward’s assist and goal in the match against Brighton.
Kai Havertz scored the goal there with an intelligent dual movement even while surrounded by three players.
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• As Dunk was scanning, Kai positioned himself for a rush away from Dunk.
• Waits until the very last minute to switch from the CB’s blind side.
• Bends his run inside instead; all he needed to do was reach for the cross at that point.
World class movement inside the box.
Havertz recorded his ninth Premier League goal of the year and fourth since being promoted to the front line in February. He generated the most opportunities of any player on the field with four. Arsenal’s defense was fast to join Gabriel in celebration following his crucial interception in the 3-0 Premier League victory over Brighton at the Amex Stadium. Smith continued, “He appears to be completely at ease in the role he has been asked to play,” while Havertz’s manager, Mikel Arteta, also praised his performance.