a feat that would tie the club’s all-time record at this stage of a season. That record was first set in 2022/23, a campaign remembered for Granit Xhaka’s crucial contribution. In a twist of fate, Xhaka—now playing for Sunderland—was the one who scored in Arsenal’s 11th game to secure that milestone. The scenario is rich in irony: Arsenal could replicate a historic achievement without the very player who originally made it possible, and against the team he now represents. It’s moments like these that showcase football’s storytelling magic, where past milestones, player journeys, and the drama of the present intertwine in compelling ways
Arsenal have the chance to reach 28 points from their first 11 Premier League games if they overcome Sunderland today,
