A crucial goal was scored by Emiliano Buendia, a player who had struggled in previous seasons due to an injury. Emery attributed Buendia's improved performance to his time to recover and his recent changes in training.

Emery commended Buendia's skills, stating that he has the ability to make a significant impact on the game. He expressed his satisfaction with Buendia's performance, highlighting that he has done well this season and pre-season.