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Following their impressive transfer window, backed up by their impeccable performance in the pre-season, the optimism surrounding Arsenal FC is merited. The club's new recruitment policy of signing players for the future is working like a charm for the Gunners. Arteta has brought a breath of fresh enthusiasm among the Gunners faithful, and has also successfully bridged the gap between the fans and the club.
All eyes were on Arsenal as they kicked off the 22\23 Premier League campaign against a well-drilled Crystal Palace. If we look back at the previous meetings between the two London clubs, it is evident that Arsenal had fallen victims to the mighty Eagles from Selhurst Park on many occasions. But it was not the case today, as the Gunners buried their past demons and went on to slay the Eagles in a riveting 2-0 win.
Arteta set up his Arsenal side in a new tactical way, with the fullbacks, especially their new signing, Zinchenko playing in a much-advanced role. The Spaniard also tweaked his midfield. Xhaka, who formed a defensive cover with Partey in the midfield, was also given a much advanced role. Arsenal's high press was also on point as they sucked Palace back in their half for the entirety of the first half.
The gunner's new acquisition, Gabriel Jesus, looked like the missing piece in Arteta's puzzle. Having enjoyed a terrific pre-season, the Brazilian was flamboyant in his first major outing for the gunners. Whereas for their other signing, Zinchenko, he also looked at home in his new colors. The young French prodigy, William Saliba, who returned to the Arsenal lineup, was rock solid at the back. The young French defender enjoyed a terrific loan spell at Marseille and was named the "Best Young Player" in Ligue 1 last season.
Gabriel Martinelli got the gunners up and running for the 22/23 season when he latched onto a header from Zinchenko to send the Arsenal fans into raptures. Whereas the second was an unfortunate own goal, and the gunners rightfully merited their 2-0 win. This season will be significant for Arteta, as he aspires to take Arsenal back to their glory days.