Watch: Bukayo Saka taps it home from close range after excellent play from new signing Christos Tzolis

The goal stemmed from relentless pressing by new summer signing Christos Tzolis, whose turnover allowed left-back Riccardo Calafiori to drive forward and deliver a precise low cross for Havertz to side-foot home.

Just eight minutes later, Mikel Arteta’s side doubled their advantage through another fluid team move.

Moving the ball swiftly through midfield, Arsenal worked possessional play out wide to Tzolis.

The Greek international whipped a menacing delivery directly into the six-yard box that was parried away by Coventry goalkeeper only into the path of Saka, who was waiting to tap it home from close range.

Watch the goal below:

Christos Tzolis’ low cross finds Bukayo Saka to slot home & double Arsenal’s lead in the first-half! ?

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Arsenal make a fantastic start to new season picking up where they left off

Arsenal’s dominant opening spell against Coventry City demonstrates why Mikel Arteta’s side entered the 2026/27 campaign full of confidence.

Displaying the same tactical discipline, high-tempo pressing, and direct wing play that defined their recent success, the Gunners established full control within the opening 25 minutes.

The seamless integration of summer arrival Christos Tzolis on the wing alongside established stars like Saka and Havertz highlights Arsenal’s attacking depth.

With Calafiori providing dangerous overlapping support from defense and the front line clicking immediately in transition, Arsenal look primed to maintain their standard as major contenders to retain the title.