Aaron Ramsdale's point-blank save against Bournemouth to deny Dango Outtara has been hailed as “save of the season” by the fans.
Philip Billing put the visitors ahead after just nine seconds to stun the Emirates Stadium crowd, some of whom had not even reached their seats yet.
According to stats provider Opta, the goal was scored after 9.11 seconds, making it the second fastest in the league after Shane Long’s goal within 8 seconds for Southampton against Watford in 2019.
Billing almost helped Bournemouth double their lead after he burst down the left flank to drive to ball into the path of Dominic Solanke, whose shot was parried away by Ramsdale.
But the Gunners keeper’s rapid reflexes kept the ball out of the net when Ouattara tried to pounce on the rebound.
Conceding a goal after just nine seconds and going 2-0 down in the second half wasn’t enough to derail Arsenal’s title bid in the Premier League.
Goals from Thomas Partey, Ben White and Reiss Nelson sealed a dramatic victory for the Gunners.
