MF: Aaron Ramsey – 6/10
May not have made as big an impact as his teammates, but was an important part of Arsenal taking control of the game and never looking under threat.
ST: Alexis Sanchez – 9/10
A simply sensational performance to start the game, as, after opening the scoring with a deft flick, his finish to make it 3-0 was superb. Match-winner.
ST: Theo Walcott – 8/10
Continues to improve with more playing time leading the line. His pace and link-up play was particularly crucial early on to establish Arsenal’s advantage. Set the tempo for his side with his pressing.
Substitutes
Olivier Giroud – 5/10
The Frenchman didn’t have much time to have an influence, but Walcott’s performance will undoubtedly make him nervous.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain – 5/10
Had a chance late on to add to United’s misery, but the job had already been done by the time he was introduced.
Kieran Gibbs – 5/10
Will the England international get his place back in the side on a permanent basis? Monreal will certainly continue to make it difficult.
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