Arsenal Premier League Player Ratings Versus West Ham: 1-0
1 (Alexandre Song 88)
Arsenal
West Ham United
Arsenal secured their six win of the season thanks to a last gasp header from Alexandre Song to give the Gunners a 1-0 win in what was a truly thrilling London derby. In typical Arsenal fashion, Arsene Wenger's men dominated possession but failed to capitalize on chances as West Ham showed impressive, gritty defence to consistently deny the North London giants.
However just as the game appeared to be heading for a stalemate, neat, composed work from Gael Clichy ensured the Frenchman was able to supply a inch perfect cross into the West Ham box which enabled Alexandre Song to emphatically dive to give Arsenal a truly memorable win.
Wenger and his men maintain their dominance in second place with Chelsea still ahead by five points in first.
Lukasz Fabianski: 7
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The in-form Polish shot-stopper endured a quiet afternoon as the West Ham attack rarely threatened the Arsenal goal. However when called upon the 25-year-old was calm and safe, maintaining his image as the new Arsenal No. 1.
Bacary Sagna: 8
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A strong outing from the French defender. Provided impressive crosses along with tormenting runs down the right flank. As always was solid in defence too.
Sebastien Squillaci: 7
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The former Seville defender was strong and imposing at the back, providing a number of strong challenges as well as contributing as a leader too.
Laurent Koscielny: 8
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The Frenchman was tough, physical and elegant. Made a number of vital clearances and tackles, and never looked like being beaten by the powerful West Ham attack.
Gael Clichy: 7.5
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The French defender showed great experience and composure to assist Song for the winner. Not as ever-present in attack as usual, but contributed when necessary alongside a solid defensive display.
Alexandre Song: 8.5
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A superb performance from the Cameroon international. A sensational diving header to ensure the winner and was a constant threat in attack, providing inch-perfect passes. Also completed a heavy amount of defensive work.
Cesc Fabregas: 6.5
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The captain worked tirelessly to find the Arsenal winner with constant movement and incisive passing. The Spaniard was guilty of some mistimed efforts and uncharacteristic passes but still managed to orchestrate and lead the Arsenal attack.
Denilson: 6
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The Samba star was neat and tidy, making some strong tackles and interception. The Brazilian did have a tendency to be wasteful on the ball however and was substituted late.
Samir Nasri: 7
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The heart and soul of the Arsenal attack but unfortunately the French playmaker found little reward. Unlucky to engrave his name onto the Arsenal scoresheet with a superb long-range free kick.
Andrei Arshavin: 6
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The Russian dynamo boasted a great work ethic but found little reward. Threaten greatly at times and provided strong passes, but was never really able to penetrate the West Ham goal.
Marouane Chamakh: 6
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Similar to Arshavin, the Moroccan was a tireless worker but failed to really dazzle and impress. Endured constant rough play from the West Ham backline but always provided a commanding presence in attack.
Substitutes
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Substitutes' Bench:
Theo Walcott: 7
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Brought on in the 67th minute to provide speed down the flank and find the winner. The Englishman almost succeeded when the speedster latched on to an inch-perfect pass from Fabregas. only for his effort to hit the post.
Nicklas Bendtner: N/A
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Only 10 minutes for the Danish sharpshooter but did provide an imposing presence in attack.
Emmanuel Eboue: N/A
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The Ivorian was brought on in injury time.
