Arsenal hosted Ipswich at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League on December 27 and secured a narrow 1-0 win against their visitors as they ended the year with a win.
The Gunners made a strong start to the contest and threatened to score early on. Their goal came in the 23rd minute as Kai Havertz tucked in Leandro Trossard’s perfect low cross. The hosts managed one other shot in a highly one-sided first half in which Arsenal had 84% possession.
The second half was more evenly matched as Ipswich came out to play. However, they could not translate that into decent attempts as none of their three second-half shots were on target. Meanwhile, Arsenal created several chances but managed just three shots on target, and could not extend their lead.
The Gunners secured a 1-0 win and, on that note, let’s take a look at the player ratings.
Arsenal Player Ratings vs Ipswich
Goalkeeper
David Raya – 7/10
Raya did not have to make a single save for Arsenal as he kept a clean sheet.
Defenders
Jurrien Timber – 8/10
Timber had a great game in defence, winning nine duels, making two interceptions and one clearance.
William Saliba – 7.5/10
Saliba won four duels in defence, making two clearances and one interception. He also played two key passes.
Gabriel Magalhaes – 7.5/10
Gabriel was solid at the back, winning five of six duels, making five clearances as well. He also played one key pass.
Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8/10
He won nine duels, making three tackles and two clearances. He also played two key passes in a great performance.
Midfielders
Martin Odegaard – 7.5/10
The Arsenal captain passed the ball with 84% accuracy including two key passes. He also won two duels and made one interception.
Declan Rice – 7.5/10
Rice passed the ball with 95% accuracy, including one key pass and two crosses. He also won three duels and made two interceptions.
Kai Havertz – 7.5/10
Havertz scored the only goal of the game for Arsenal. He also won two duels and played one key pass.
Forwards
Leandro Trossard – 7.5/10
Trossard played two key passes, including one assist for the goal. He also won four duels.
Gabriel Jesus – 6.5/10
Jesus failed to attempt a single shot in a subpar performance for Arsenal.
Gabriel Martinelli – 6.5/10
Martinelli had a subpar game on the right side of the Gunners’ attack.
Substitutes
Mikel Merino – 6.5/10
He replaced Jesus and put in a good performance.
Thomas Partey – N/A
He played less than 10 minutes and hence does not warrant a rating.
Manager
Mikel Arteta – 7/10
Despite a rather close game, his team managed to end 2024 on a winning note for Arsenal.
Ipswich Player Ratings vs Arsenal
Goalkeeper
Arijanet Muric – 7/10
Muric made four saves, which was a decent performance for Ipswich.
Defenders
Ben Johnson – 6/10
Johnson started the game but put in an average performance in defence.
Dara O’Shea – 7/10
The Ipswich captain had a busy night, winning seven duels, making five clearances and two blocks.
Luke Woolfenden – 6.5/10
He made five interceptions and four clearances in a decent defensive performance.
Jacob Greaves – 7/10
Greaves had a decent game at the back, winning three duels, making four interceptions and three clearances.
Leif Davis – 6.5/10
Davis put in an average performance and was also booked in the match.
Midfielders
Kalvin Phillips – 6.5/10
Phillips put in an average performance in midfield for Ipswich.
Jens Cajuste – 6.5/10
Cajuste started in midfield but failed to make an impact on the match.
Omari Hutchinson – 7/10
Hutchinson played one key pass and won five duels in a decent performance for his team.
Sammie Szmodics – 6.5/10
Szmodics won just two of six duels and failed to attempt a single shot in a subpar performance.
Forward
Liam Delap – 6/10
Delap failed to attempt a single shot and won just two of seven duels.
Substitutes
Jack Clarke – 6.5/10
He replaced Szmodics late in the second half and failed to make an impact.
Jack Taylor – 6.5/10
He replaced Cajuste in the second half and played well.
Nathan Broadhead – 6.5/10
He replaced Johnson and put in a decent performance.
Ali Al-Hamadi – 6/10
He replaced Delap and could not make an impact on the game either.
Harry Clarke – N/A
He played less than 10 minutes and hence does not warrant a rating.
Manager
Kieran McKenna – 6/10
McKenna set his team up passively and fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What was the result of Arsenal vs Ipswich?
A. Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 win against Ipswich.
Q. When was Arsenal vs Ipswich?
A. The game kicked-off on Friday, December 27 at 8:15 PM GMT.
Q. Who was the man of the match in Arsenal vs Ipswich?
A. Jurrien Timber of Arsenal was the man of the match.
Q. Who was the worst performer in Arsenal vs Ipswich?
A. Liam Delap of Ipswich was the worst performer.