Arsenal 1 West Brom 0: Player ratings
Arsenal 1 West Brom 0: Player ratings as the Gunners seal their place in next season's Champions League
Arsenal
Wojciech Szczesny Rarely tested but did well to deny Dorrans and Amalfitano. 6/10
Bacary Sagna Illustrated what the Gunners will miss if he departs, with good all-round display. 7
Per Mertesacker Solid performance from the dependable German. 6
Laurent Koscielny Comfortable afternoon for the defender. Made crucial interventions when called up to do so. 6
Nacho Monreal Afforded freedom to go forward on a regular basis to trouble Dawson. 7
Mathieu Flamini Acted as an effective barrier in front of the defence. 6
Mikel Arteta Quiet game for the former Everton man as he failed to make an impact. 5
Santi Cazorla Drifted in from his position on the right-hand side to great effect and was unlucky not to get on the score sheet. 7
Mesut Ozil Involved on a regular basis but final bill was often lackadaisical. Missed good opportunity to double the advantage. 6
Lukas Podolski Rattled the woodwork with mishit effort. Always provided an outlet. 6
Olivier Giroud (Man of the match) Powerful header proved to be the winner. Tireless work rate helped to build attacks. 8
Substitutes
Kim Kallstrom Could have opened account with headed effort but misjudged it completely. 6
Tomas Rosicky Made no contribution to game. 5
Thomas Vermaelen N/A
West Bromwich Albion
Ben Foster Made a number of crucial saves to keep the visitors in it. 6
Craig Dawson Looked uncomfortable in full-back role and wasn’t given a minute’s respite. Wasted chances to net at other end. 5
Diego Lugano In first league game since February, veteran Uruguayan stood up to everything thrown at him. 6
Jonas Olsson Poor clearance gifted opportunity to Podolski. Comfortable otherwise. 6
Chris Brunt Skipper performed well in unfamiliar full-back role. Performed defensive duties solidly. 6
Morgan Amalfitano One-on-one chance with keeper was a rare contribution from Frenchman. 5
Youssof Mulumbu Wasn’t alive to danger from set piece that led to winner. Failed to make an impact. 4
James Morrison Quiet game for the Scot as he struggled to make his mark on proceedings. 5
Graham Dorrans Overshadowed by opposite numbers. Tasked with taking majority of corners but delivery was often poor. 5
Stephane Sessegnon Offered little support to strike partner and wasn’t allowed an opportunity to use his pace. 5
Saido Berahino Looked lively but didn’t make the most of chances that came his way. 6
Substitutes
Victor Anichebe N/A
Matej Vydra N/A




