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Bournemouth 0-3 Arsenal: Player ratings as Gunners dominate on the South Coast

By James Cormack

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 20: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates their sides second goal with team mate Gabriel Jesus during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on August 20, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 20: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates their sides second goal with team mate Gabriel Jesus during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on August 20, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) /
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Midfielders

Martin Odegaard struck twice at the Vitality. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)
Martin Odegaard struck twice at the Vitality. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images) /

Thomas Partey (DM) – 7/10 – Quietly went about his business at the base of midfield. Assured in possession and mopped up when necessary.

Granit Xhaka (CM) – 6/10 – Granit Gundogan was, once again, taking up some incredibly advanced positions as he sought to enter Bournemouth’s box as much as he could. It was a quieter outing for the Swiss midfielder on this occasion, however.

Martin Odegaard (CM) – 9/10 – After being criticised for his hesitance in front of goal two weeks ago at Selhurst Park, Odegaard was super efficient on Saturday. His two emphatic strikes set Arsenal well on their way, and he almost had a gorgeous assist for Gabriel Jesus in the second half. A superb display from the skipper.

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