Yesterday’s win over Chelsea was nothing short of an astounding performance considering how dire the Gunners have been in the last couple of months, so it has probably been a long time since we have seen such generous ratings as I am going to give today..
So here we go…
Leno: 8 – An excellent penalty save at a crucial moment in the game, and didn’t really have much to do, especially in the first half.
Bellerin: 7
Captain for the day and had a pretty solid performance. Still neds to work on his crossing…
Mari: 7
He had a dodgy start and was lucky not to avoid a second yellow quite a few times. I’m sure he will improve with more games under his belt.
Holding: 7
One of his more solid games at last. Maybe he could develop a tight partnership with Mari…
Tierney: 8
I can’t help but like his spirit and determination whoever the opposition. Excellent game at both ends of the pitch
Elneny: 7
Back to his solid best now after recovering from his Covid scare. Good to see..
Xhaka: 8
Great goal and definitely one of his better performances lately. Maybe the critics will leave him alone for a few days after that.
Saka: 9
He is fearless and will be an integral part of the team for years to come. With him and Martinelli the futuire is looking brighter…
Martinelli: 9
Our best signing in years, this young Brazilian has everything and is dangerous every time he gets on the ball.
ESR: 7
Surely he now deserves a run in the starting XI. If he carries on with the promise shown so far he is another star of the future.
Laca: 8
Laca is excellent with a mobile attack around him. Held his nerve well to convert the penalty. Great to see him come back to form in style.
The Subs:
Willock: 6 – Didn’t make much impact. Another big chance squandered
Pepe: 5 – I don’t know what to think of Pepe nowadays. Is it worth persevering with our expensive Frenchman?
Mustafi: N/A