Arsenal player ratings vs Leeds United: Riccardo Calafiori and Bruno Guimaraes inspire second-half comeback

Arsenal overcame a second-half scare to secure a 2-1 victory over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium. After falling behind to a James Justin strike, goals from Riccardo Calafiori and substitute Bruno Guimaraes ensured the three points remained in North London.

The reigning Premier League champions demonstrated significant tactical resilience to secure a 2-1 victory over a disciplined Leeds United side. Following a sterile first half that ended 0-0, the match ignited when James Justin ghosted in to give the visitors a shock lead in the 55th minute. Mikel Arteta’s side initially struggled to break down Leeds' low block, but the introduction of second-half changes shifted the structural dynamics of the contest.