20 Mathieu Flamini – 6/10
Mathieu Flamini maintains possession and halts opposition attacks with his destructive play, but was likely selected based on the midfielders available to Arsene Wenger rather than an expected threat from Cardiff City.
The Gunners looked much more dangerous after Flamini’s substitution.
08 Mikel Arteta – 7/10
Mikel Arteta keeps play ticking over, and is always an available out ball for both defenders and midfielders. He is the heartbeat of this Arsenal side.
10 Jack Wilshere – 8/10
Arguably Jack Wilshere’s best performance of the season, with the majority of Arsenal’s play going through their number ten in the absence of Mesut Ozil. Wilshere’s sublime assist for Walcott’s goal capped a fine afternoon.
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