Arsenal FC player ratings vs Leicester: Jesus makes headlines as Xhaka and Martinelli shine in support

Jesus scored twice and also claimed two assists, with Granit Xhaka and Martinelli is also on the scoresheet at the Emirates Stadium.

This was a dominant performance from Arsenal, but Leicester managed to pin them back twice via an own goal from William Saliba and James Maddison.

Mikel Arteta’s side, however, were a worthy winner and have now won both of their first Premier League games of the season.

Simon Collings was at the Emirates Stadium to watch Arsenal in action…

Aaron Ramsdale 5

Made a big save early on to turn down Wesley Fofana but will be disappointed with the own-goal swap. Was also beaten too easily by Maddison from a tight corner.

Ben White 7

Will be a little disappointed with Leicester’s first goal as James Justin beat him in the air for the flick on. Other than that, he did well and made a huge tackle to prevent Patson Daka from scoring.

William Saliba 6

The own goal was the only bad note for the Frenchman on an otherwise good afternoon. Since he is only 21, mistakes will happen along the way.

Gabriel 7

Had a better game than last week at Crystal Palace where he was a bit shaky at times. Well handled the threat from Jamie Vardy.

Oleksandr Zinchenko 8

Looked excellent on his home debut and exactly what you would expect from a player signed to Manchester City. So good in possession, especially when he slides in to join the midfield.

Martin Odegaard 7

There were some nice touches from the Arsenal captain, especially around the Leicester box when he tried to open them.

Thomas Partey 7

Looked confident and solid at the base of the Gunners midfield. Broke the game out well and grew in the game with a decent passing.

Granit Xhaka 9

Had an excellent game in midfield and was a contender for man of the match. Scored and could have had another, but he hit the post. He is currently playing his best football for Arsenal.

Bukayo Saka 7

The quietest striker in Arsenal, but he still played a good game. Created some nice chances with his cross, of which Xhaka hit the post.

gabriel jesus 9 | star player

What a home debut from the Brazilian. He scored twice, took his first brilliant and should have had a hat-trick. I also got two assists.

Gabriel Martinellic 9

Looked super bright and vibrant everywhere, and hooked up with Jesus on numerous occasions. Delivered a tough afternoon for Fofana and got the goal his performance deserved.

bills

Takehiro Tomiyasu (White 75′) N/A

Kieran Tierney (Zinchenko 77′) N/A

Emile Smith Rowe (enter 84′) N/A

Eddie Nketiah (Jesus 84′) N/A

Subs not used: Turner, Holding, Pepe, Sambi, Elneny.