Despite not putting in the best of performances, Arsenal eased to a 1-0 win over PSV, and the man of the moment, Cody Gakpo, was unable to make a dent in his first appearance at the Emirates Stadium.
Lining up having amassed a total of 24 goal contributions, one more than Erling Haaland, this season, there was a fear the Netherlands international might be a thorn in Arsenal’s right-hand side. However, the 23-year-old was starved of service throughout the game, and it was Xavi Simons that had the more standout game.
Speaking to football.london after the 1-0 defeat to the Gunners, the PSV captain was frustrated that his side couldn’t do more. Although he credited the Emirates crowd’s noise after being questioned about making his debut in the Gunners stadium.
