Aaron Ramsey made 371 appearances for Arsenal before moving to Juventus last summer (Getty Images)
Arsenal were comfortable 2-0 winners over Rafa Benitez’s Newcastle United side who posed the Gunners no real danger throughout a game in which the Arsenal attackers had control right from the opening knockings of the game.
Goals from Aaron Ramsey and Alexandre Lacazette gave Unai Emery a crucial victory that hoists the Gunners up to third spot with Spurs having slipped up against Liverpool on the weekend.
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Other than a decent save in the first half, was barely a part of the game.
His usual inconsistent self, was cool on the ball at times though.
Anchored the line well and is the Gunners’ most dependable centre-half.
The Spaniard protected his side well and wasn’t shabby on the ball either.
He wasn’t really able to impact the game as the Magpies defended deep.
Easily their best player on the night, his goal calmed the nerves.
Solid performance from the youngster who can’t put a foot wrong at the moment.
Newcastle’s deep defence-line rendered him ineffective in an attacking sense.
The German wizard had a good day and showed real purpose at times.
He held up the ball decently and scored the goal that secured the points.
Yet another shabby performance from the youngster who was substituted.
Looked bright after coming on and notched up an assist as well.
Brought on to secure their slender lead and did a decent job.
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Came on too late to have any real impact but showed positive glimpses.
Here’s how some excited Arsenal fans reacted to this victory: