Arsenal being Arsenal, it was never going to be straightforward. Relief coursed through Wenger, his staff and the Arsenal players after the England forward scored 15 minutes from time to give them the breathing space that they so badly needed. This was a desperately poor performance from an Arsenal team who seemed to be sleepwalking their way through the game for long periods. Arsenal were toothless until Welbeck scored, overrun in midfield and an accident waiting to happen at the back, where Petr Cech also endured a difficult night. Though he gave them another body in defence, it was a moment of inspiration from Welbeck that provided Arsenal with respite.

Source: The Guardian April 12, 2018 21:01 UTC