
2. Impact player, not a substitute
Leandro Trossard has proved yet again why he is a fan favorite as he rescued Arsenal from losing a quarter-final at home. Jorginho played the majority of the game in the first half. However, Rice is incredible in that deeper role, and his absence was noticed.
Declan Rice's game by numbers vs. Bayern:
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100% dribbles completed (2/2)
100% aerial duels won
94% pass accuracy
51 touches
5/6 duels won
4 crosses
He is built for the Champions League knockout stages. 🪨🪨🪨 pic.twitter.com/rYYzFL8T6W
However, it was at the 66th minute that Arteta put in the Belgian for Jorginho and swapped out Rice and Trossard. This was one of the key points as the Englishman exerts more control deep in the midfield and has the ability to maintain a defensive line, especially against a team like Bayern it was crucial as they would face a heavy tempest.
After which Leandro Trossard perfectly played his part and placed a brilliant shot to get Arsenal back on level terms
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