Man United 0-1 Arsenal: Player ratings as subpar Gunners secure slender opening win

Arsenal opened their Premier League campaign with a 1-0 win away to Manchester United
A slender win for Arsenal in their opener
A slender win for Arsenal in their opener | Michael Regan/GettyImages
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Midfielders

Martin Odegaard
A positive performance from the skipper | Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/GettyImages

Martin Zubimendi (DM) - 6.5/10 - Looked slightly nervy in the early stages and was pulled into making a couple risky challenges. Grew into the game as it went on however.

Martin Odegaard (CM) - 7/10 - The strongest player of the first-half after looking very calm in midfield. Had a shot from range kept out by Bayindir. Continued to cause some problems after the break.

Declan Rice (CM) - 7/10 - Troubled Bayindir with a good corner delivery, leading to Calafiori's opening goal. Went close with a free kick after the break which deflected just past the post before being subbed off.

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