Giroud once again demonstrated the role of a `super sub`.
Goals: Austin 3′ – Giroud 88′
In the previous round, Arsenal lost 1-3 at home to Man Utd because of a series of defensive mistakes.
However, when the audience was not yet warm, Arsenal’s net was thrown up.
Austin escapes and scores.
Austin conceded Arsenal’s goal for the third time.
The early loss caused Arsenal’s playing style to immediately have problems.
Meanwhile, after scoring an early goal, Southampton deployed an extremely sharp counter-attacking defensive style.
It wasn’t until the 16th minute that Arsenal had their first shot on Southampton’s goal, but under pressure from the two home players, Lacazette shot like a pass into the hands of goalkeeper Fraser Forster even though it was only a few meters from the goal.
It is very difficult for Arsenal to approach Southampton’s goal.
After the break, Arsenal pushed their team higher, determined not to accept a second consecutive defeat.
From the 64th minute, to strengthen the attack, coach Arsene Wenger decided to take a risk.
Giroud’s equalizing header.
This draw is certainly not enough to satisfy Arsenal, but at least it helps them avoid a second consecutive defeat, while inching ahead of Tottenham to rank fifth with 29 points.