
Premier League
5:30 p.mMarch 14, 2026
Regular season – 30
Emirates Stadium
Referee: Andy Madley, England


arsenal


everton
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2.59
Expected Goals (xG)
1.05
Passing by
503 (87%)
Accurate passes
236 (74%)
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1
G
David Raya
7.2
33
d
Riccardo Calafiori
7.3
6
d
Gabriel Magalhães
7.9
2
d
Guillem Saliba
8.0
12
d
The Jury of the Wood
6.7
41
M
Rice Declan
7.3
36
M
Martin Zubimendi
7.2
20
M
You Maduek
7.0
10
M
god bless you
6.9
7
M
Bukayo Saka (C)
6.9
29
F
Kai Havertz
6.5
1
G
Jordan Pickford (C)
6.0
16
d
Vitaly Mykolenko
5.6
5
d
Michael Keane
7.3
15
d
Jake O’Brien
6.2
37
d
James Garner
6.7
27
M
Idrissa Gueye
6.9
42
M
Team Iroegbunam
7.2
10
M
Indian education
6.7
22
M
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
6.2
7
M
Dwight McNeil
7.0
9
F
Bet
6.2

Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Relegation – Championship
Arsenal secured a dramatic 2-0 final victory against a stubborn Everton side, with Viktor Gyökeres and academy graduate Max Dowman sealing the points.
Arsenal cruised to a dramatic 2-0 win over Everton at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Late goals from Viktor Gyökeres and youngster Max Dowman finally broke through a resilient Everton defence. This hard-fought victory reaffirmed Arsenal’s strong position at the top of the Premier League table.
The Gunners went into the match sitting first, aiming to extend their lead in the title race. Everton, currently eighth, arrived with confidence after a good run of form. They aimed to upset the league leaders and climb further up the European rankings.
Arsenal dominated possession from the start, immediately asserting their attacking intent. They created several half chances. However, Everton remained disciplined, defending deep and thwarting the home side’s relentless pressure.
Despite Arsenal’s 12 shots inside the box in the first half, Jordan Pickford proved a formidable obstacle. He made crucial saves to keep the score tied. The home side also suffered an early blow when Jurrien Timber left the field injured in the 38th minute, replaced by Cristhian Mosquera.
The first half ended goalless, much to the frustration of the home team. Arsenal’s 65% possession yielded plenty of attempts but no breakthrough. Everton’s organized defense held firm against the league leaders, denying them any clear chances.
Mikel Arteta’s side needed more cutting edge in the second half. Everton, meanwhile, looked comfortable maintaining their form. The visitors were hoping to maintain their defensive resolve and maybe get a goal on the counter attack.
Arsenal continued to push forward with unwavering determination after the restart. Kai Havertz and Noni Madueke entered the fray in the 61st minute, providing new offensive impetus. These substitutions signaled Arteta’s urgent intent to find a goal.
Everton made their first change in the 69th minute, bringing on striker Beto for attacking depth. The match continued to be tense. Arsenal pressed relentlessly, while David Raya made crucial saves to deny Everton’s rare counter-attacks from Dwight McNeil and his team-mates.
With time quickly running out, Arsenal finally broke the deadlock. In the 89th minute, Viktor Gyökeres scored the first goal. Piero Hincapié made a precise assist and released the powerful forward. The Emirates erupted as the long wait for a goal finally came to an end.
In stoppage time, Arsenal sealed the crucial points. Max Dowman, a late substitute, added a second goal in the 90+7th minute. His goal came after a break into the box, securing a vital 2-0 win and delighting the home crowd.
Arsenal showed overwhelming dominance with 65% possession and 25 shots in total throughout the game. His expected goals (xG) of 2.59 highlighted his attacking threat. Everton managed just 9 shots and an xG of 1.05, relying heavily on defensive resilience.
This hard-fought win sees Arsenal maintain their top spot in the Premier League table. Everton, despite a valiant effort, walk away with no points from a challenging away game. Arsenal’s late surge demonstrated their title credentials and depth, crucial to their campaign.

