Arsenal 5-1 Bournemouth: Three reasons why Gunners thrashed the Cherries

#2. Bournemouth’s travel woes

Eddie Howe

Bournemouth have been one of the worst travellers this season and it showed yesterday at the Emirates. They were unwilling to close down spaces giving too much freedom to Ozil and Mkhitaryan to work their magic.

They have already conceded three at Anfiend, four at Old Trafford and five at the Wembley against Spurs. Their defence is in shatters and it will require great work from Edie Howe to turn the performances around. Both the first and the second goals were due to defensive lapses and you just cannot do that away to Arsenal. Arsenal are known for their one touch play and you cannot give them so much room to play.

Kolasinac and Jenkinson made sure that the wide areas were covered well and the chances of counter-attack reduced to almost nil. They played the first half with apprehension and were lucky to score even one goal in this game.