Arsenal player ratings vs Aston Villa: Saka secures huge 1-0 win
Substitutes
Nicolas Pepe – 5/10 – Was the target of long balls as Arsenal sought to bypass the Villa high press, while off the ball he was constantly on the move and looking to force his side up the pitch.
Got an earful from is manager for some poor defensive positioning.
Eddie Nketiah – 3/10 – Not much of an impression for Nketiah who even amusingly slipped in the box when played in. All he needed to do in this game was run. He didn’t.
Rob Holding – N/A – Low Block Holding fulfilling his new niche in this team.