Published 13:51 IST, February 24th 2020

Aubameyang channels his inner 'Thierry Henry' to beat Pickford during Arsenal vs Everton

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored an impressive Thierry Henry-esque goal on Sunday. He was the best player on the field as he helped Gunners beat Everton.

Reported by: Sujay Chakraborty
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Arsenal and Everton played out an absolute thriller on Sunday. Gunners came out on top in a five-goal rollercoaster at Emirates. A brace from Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang eventually was eugh for Mikel Arteta's men to claim all three points against resilient Toffees. Aubameyang was undoubtedly one of best players on pitch on Sunday and even mand to give fans a 'Thierry Henry' flashback during game. 

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With game in balance, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang pounced on a perfectly timed through ball from David Luiz before slotting a shot past Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. While Aubameyang showed great composure to steer ball past Pickford, Arsenal supporters immediately started comparing his strike to Thierry Henry's numerous goals during his time in rth London. 

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Thierry Henry etched his name in Arsenal history books with over 220 goals in eight seasons. A natural goalscorer, Henry h a knack for cutting in from left and passing ball into far right corner. Aubameyang replicated his signature goal with aplomb. 

Aubameyang goal: Gary Neville praises his lates strike

Former Manchester United player and w pundit Gary Neville lauded Gabon striker's goal for its similarity to Henry's numerous strikes. Speaking to Sky Sports, Neville said, "This is Thierry Henry, everything about it. As he went through on goal, he just imagined great French striker in that channel, opening out his body, setting it inside that far post and leaving goalkeeper with chance."

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Arsenal vs Everton match highlights

 

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Aubameyang's Premier League goals

When score was 1-1, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's 33rd minute goal handed Arsenal vant. However, Everton got back in game after Richarlison found net right at stroke of half-time. It was once again Arsenal's leing goalscorer this season who rescued his side with a neat heer to beat Pickford. Aubameyang's strike just after second half settled tie with both sides coming close but failing to d to ir tally. Arsenal won 3-2. 

With his 17th strike this season, Aubameyang is w joint-top scorer in Premier League with Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy. 

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With win, Arsenal overtake Everton to ninth in Premier League with 37 points after 27 games. Meanwhile, Everton drop to 11th. Arsenal will be back in Europa League for ir mid-week game against Olympiacos. Everton will play hosts to Manchester United next week for ar blockbuster Premier League tie. 

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13:51 IST, February 24th 2020