This archive report was first published on 12 December 2019.
Standard Liege vs Arsenal: Gunners Stage Comeback to Secure Europa League Progression ¶
On December 12, 2019, Arsenal staged a thrilling comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against Standard Liege in their Europa League clash, ensuring their progression to the next round as Group F winners.
Despite a largely depleted squad due to injuries, including Nicolas Pepe and Granit Xhaka, interim boss Freddie Ljungberg turned to youngsters to fill the void for the dead-rubber meeting.
Bukayo Saka shone for the north London outfit, scoring two crucial goals in the second half to draw Arsenal level. Saka's brilliant cross in the 78th minute assisted Alexander Lacazette in pulling Arsenal level, and three minutes later, Saka drew Ljungberg's men level again, beating the goalkeeper from outside the area.
The draw away from home saw the Premier League side seal progression to the next round of the tournament with 11 points.
