Jorginho played his first match of the 2024/25 season against Tottenham yesterday. He started in place of Declan Rice who missed the match due to suspension. Jorginho was Arsenal captain due to unavailability of Martin Odegaard.
How was Jorginho against Spurs
Jorginho was the lowest rated player from his side. He played the whole game and was only able to complete 19 passes. Jorginho ended the game with only 31 touches.
The Italian was dispossessed 3 times and was unable to win any tackle. He made 5 recoveries but only won 2 out of 7 ground duels. In addition, he commited 2 fouls and even received a yellow card in the 49th minute.
Arsenal fans unhappy with Jorginho
Jorginho failed to impress against Spurs and many fans slammed him after the game. One fan tweeted Jorginho should learn arabic asap whereas another one said Jorginho can’t run anymore.
Some fans said it is too sad to witness Jorginho and Partey. They tweeted that Arsenal should go after another defensive midfielder in January.
Lastly, one fan tweeted that Jorginho is so slow. He added, that Jorginho plays like an old i-Phone once a new one is announced.
Jorginho speaks after emerging victorious in the North London Derby
Jorginho who captained Arsenal in the derby spoke after emerging victorious. Firstly, he said that they worked really hard while talking to Sky Sports. He added that it paid off in the end and they are so happy.
Jorginho said that they were missing many of the main players but they are total team. He added that whoever comes on will be ready to help the team. Lastly, he said that they are really proud of the team.
Arsenal have now climbed to the second position in the Premier League. They are still unbeaten and will hope to take Manchester City down next week. Declan Rice is set to make his way back in the starting eleven.
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