Riccardo Calafiori scored the winning header for Arsenal, helping them secure a victory over Manchester United. The team faced significant pressure, with goalkeeper David Raya making key saves. Striker Gyokeres struggled to make an impact, failing to capitalize on opportunities. Arteta expressed frustration with the team's tendency to lose possession in transition and highlighted the need for improvement in finding specific players. Despite a shaky defensive performance in the first half, Arsenal demonstrated resilience to claim the three points in their opening match of the season.
Riccardo Calafiori's header from a corner proved to be the difference as Arteta's side survived some nervy moments at the back, with David Raya making crucial saves.
I think there are seven, eight situations when the ball is completely open to play through and we are in and attacking the keeper, Arteta said.
Overall, coming away to Man United, winning your first game with Arsenal, is a good start.
We showed in a different way today. I think we did two things very well - one to take the set-piece and then to react to mistakes.
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