Champions' Statement: In the First Round, Arsenal Showed No Mercy to Coventry City

2026-08-21 23:45 © AP

England's Premier League champions kicked off the new season with a confident victory.

Arsenal defeated Coventry City, who returned to the Premier League, 3:0 at home.

In the 15th minute, Kai Havertz put Arsenal ahead. The visitors' defenders made a serious mistake, and the quick-reacting Arsenal players took full advantage.

Eight minutes later, Bukayo Saka doubled the score. He capitalized on a rebound after goalkeeper Carlo Rushworth's intervention.

After the break, in the 49th minute, Martin Ødegaard also scored.

In the match, Arsenal's newcomer Christos Tzolis looked particularly impressive, being very active and contributing to the second goal for the Gunners.

In the next match, Arsenal faces a tougher challenge – a visit to the Aston Villa team.

Arsenal [2]-0 Coventry City - Bukayo Saka 23‎'‎
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