Late Sanchez Penalty Secures Arsenal’s Victory Over Burnley at Turf Moor

In a nail-biting encounter at Turf Moor, Arsenal once again emerged triumphant against Burnley as Alexis Sanchez converted a stoppage-time penalty to seal a 1-0 victory. This marked the third occasion Arsenal secured a win over Burnley with a last-minute goal, echoing their success in both meetings last season.

The decisive penalty came after referee adjudged James Tarkowski’s challenge on Aaron Ramsey in the box as a foul, providing Sanchez the opportunity to clinch the win with a precise spot-kick.

Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi made his sixth start in the English Premier League for Arsenal, filling in for the unwell Mesut Ozil. Despite a stifled performance, Iwobi showcased his versatility before being replaced by Jack Wilshere in the 66th minute. The Nigerian winger, with eight appearances for the Gunners this season, seeks to break his scoring drought, having not found the net in his last six outings for the club.

The game saw both teams making a bright start, with Burnley creating a notable chance in the 15th minute through Jóhann Berg Gudmundsson, whose thunderous strike hit the post. Although Arsenal struggled to break through Burnley’s defense, the second half witnessed an increased purpose, with Sanchez and Iwobi linking up effectively.

Arsene Wenger’s side maintained the pressure throughout the match, dominating possession, but struggled to find the final ball until the dramatic last-minute penalty secured the vital three points. The victory propels Arsenal further up the Premier League table, reaffirming their resilience and ability to secure crucial wins in the dying moments of a match.