Johan Djourou - Where do I start? Truly awful from the word
go. Looked to have lost his legs by the 30 minute mark and was never really
comfortable. Failed to close down Giggs for the opening goal and was often
caught out of position. Was clearly targeted by the opposition. So poor Wenger
had to take him out of the line of fire. 2/10
Per Mertesacker – Felt he had a good game and despite his
pace managed to make a crucial interception and deny a certain goal. Was
prominent in the air in the first half and played an important role at hanging
in when thing were tough. 7/10
Laurent Koscienly – Another impressive performance,
highlighting his new found importance to the team. Was able to read the ball
well and outmuscle and outpace the opposition. Even had a hand in the goal as
he pressed up high, won the ball and distributed quickly. 8/10
Thomas Vermaelen – Clearly still carrying an injury. Was not
at his best and was even jointly culpable for the opener. Struggled
positionally at times but was always trying his best. Not his best game by any
stretch of the imagination. 6/10
Alexandre Song – Infinitely better than his last outing
against Swansea. Guarded the defence well and filled in when necessary. An
unadventurous performance but this meant it was disciplined and actually what
was required of him. 7/10
Thomas Rosicky – Tried his best in a role he is not overly
comfortable with. Moved the ball around nicely when Arsenal were in possession
and teed up Van Persie nicely. Had a hand in the goal but was anonymous for
large parts of the game as well. 6/10
Aaron Ramsey – Seemed to drift in and out of the game and
lost the ball on a number of occasions. Wasn’t afraid to shoot from distance
but rarely did he look threatening. Had a decent attempt but unfortunately nothing
came of it. 5.5/10
Theo Walcott – Was everything his younger counterpart
wasn’t. Was set up in a decent position and fluffed his shot and his passing
was atrocious, particularly when he was passing to Chamberlain. (Interesting)
Yesterday highlighted some very real technical flaws in his game. Truly awful. 3/10
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain – Awesome. As far as full debuts go,
this was up there. A great assist and a constant thorn in the United team.
Looked to be strong, quick, skilful and direct. Was everything Walcott should
be. Provided an outlet and looked the most likely to make something happen in
the attacking third. 8.5/10
Robin Van Persie – Could have had a hat-trick and missed a
chance I would have bet my house on him scoring but still bought us back into
the game with a stunning effort. He maintains his excellent record and has
carried over his form into the new year. 7.5/10
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