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Arsenal Player Ratings Vs Fulham: Willian And Gabriel Magalhaes Hit The Ground by Edusteve(m): 3:41pm On Sep 12, 2020
Granit Xhaka: The Swiss was sound in midfield. Although he had less of an overarching impact on the game than Elneny, he was key to the opener being scored. His presence wasn't without value in the early stages of breaks either as he would Instruct Tierney when to push forward for himself to slot into the vacated spaces. 6
Alexandre Lacazette: Came into the game very sharp. When the ball dropped to him in the box, he took the finish very well with his weak foot. 10 minutes later, he played a nice flick into Elneny just inside the box but the midfielder's shot was too tame. He acted as a strong platform for Arsenal to build attacks off and won fouls at crucial points in the game. 8

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: A solid display from the club captain. In the first half it was the way in which he worked the channels with Maitland-Niles which impressed before he stamped his mark on the game with a sublime finish into the far corner. Should have scored when Bellerin played him through but a quality, selfless performance from the captain. 8

Ainsley Maitland-Niles: Constantly tucked into more central areas when Arsenal were in possession. From here he played a great ball in behind for Lacazette but the Frenchman wasn't quick enough to get o the end of it. Whipped a teasing cross into the box with his left foot but it was just too long. A very solid display yet again at wing-back. 7

Willian: His starting position may have been on the right, but Willian has been drifting into more central areas once Arsenal break into the middle third of the pitch. Happened in the opening minutes and in the build up to the goal. Could fill the void that is there when Arsenal use a 3-4-3 system. Tracked back well to intervene when Aboubakar Kamara was racing towards the Arsenal box. Took his corner very well to find Gabriel for his debut goal in the first half. Stayed alive when the ball fell to him with Arsenal on the break to play in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for his goal. Continued to cause problems after the third goal and was a real force until he was brought off. 9

Hector Bellerin: Was alert in defence and able to offer Holding and Gabriel support when needed. Grew into a bigger attacking threat as the game went on and was unlucky not to have an assist to his name. He played a great ball into Aubameyang which broke the lines and should have been finished. A good outing for the Spaniard. 7

Mohamed Elneny: With Arsenal looking to trap Fulham inside their ow half, Mohamed Elneny's stamina to fly up the pitch and support the press was key. In possession, he was aware of his surroundings which gave him the chance to move the ball with as few touches as possible. This was particularly important in the early stages of Alexandre Lacazette's opener. Had a moment when he dealt on the ball for too long but it led to nothing. Continued to be an important presence in midfield in the second half as he helped see out the win with crucial interceptions. 7

Gabriel Magalhaes: The Brazilian had a shaky start with a miscommunication with Leno almost resulting in an early Fulham goal. Did well when put in a one on one situation on his weaker foot, timing his challenge on Ivan Cavaleiro to perfection, using his strength to keep the ball and then calmly setting it to Hector Bellerin. Didn't seem up to speed in regards to build-up play which is understandable. Rose confidently to deal with the pressure put on the side late in the first half. His aerial prowess was on display again shortly after as he buried a header home to make it 2-0. A very strong display after the initial mishap. 8

Kieran Tierney: The Scot had a few shaky moments on the ball but these moments weren't in high pressure situations. The Scot was composed in defence. Grew as the game went on but wasn't a standout performer on the day. 6

Rob Holding: PLayed as the right-sided centre-back, Rob Holding had a solid start. Tasked to engage more often with the Fulham attackers, he was always ready to step in. Whether it was a regular tackle or a pass into a team-mate, he was ready for the challenge. Played a risky pass toward the end of the first half which put the Gunners under unnecessary pressure. Began the second half with an amazing run into the Fulham half - keeping the ball off the ground - before playing Lacazette in to win the corner for Gabriel's debut goal. A statement following all the speculation over his future. 8

Bernd Leno: His early mishap with Gabriel Magalhaes was understandable considering the pair have never played together and the Brazilian doesn't speak the language yet. In spite of this, Leno responded well and was sound behind the backline from then on. 6https://trumpcall..com/2020/09/arsenal-player-ratings-vs-fulham.html

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