Arsenal vs Blackpool player ratings: Joe Willock, you rule

By Josh Sippie | Jan 5, 2019

BLACKPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 05: Joe Willock of Arsenal celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the FA Cup Third Round match between Blackpool and Arsenal at Bloomfield Road on January 5, 2019 in Blackpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Mark Robinson/Getty Images) /

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LM. Arsenal. ALEX IWOBI. 8.4. Not a clue what he was thinking in his final play of the game, slowing down for no reason, but regardless, he was a key attacking figure, fearlessly driving into the opposing defense and making things quite uneasy for them. Much like Ramsey, he had a hand (haha) to play in nearly every goal build-up and created as many chances as anyone else on the team. Top job again from the young Nigerian.

A force to be reckoned with throughout. Should have had two assists in the first seven minutes, but Nketiah squandered both chances. Still, led the team in defensive moves, created as many chances as anyone else and was vital to the success of this match. He definitely looks better off not stuck in the defense, even as a wingback, because his attacking drive and ability to navigate around defenders is superb.. RM. Arsenal. AINSLEY MAITLAND-NILES. 8.3