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Arsenal Analysed: Why we netted 5 against Man City

Our 5-1 success against Manchester City was an incredible afternoon where everything went right for Mikel Arteta and his side - but why were we so dominant against the reigning Premier League champions?

We didn't have to ask Adrian Clarke twice to re-watch all the action again, as well as delve into the stats behind such an incredible victory, and here are the five reasons he's uncovered for our five-star showing:

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Precision pressing

You need bravery to commit players to a final third press against City, a side renowned for playing through the lines under pressure, or going long with great accuracy to Erling Haaland.