Fulham 2-1 Arsenal: Arsenal player ratings

Zamora after scoring the winner.

Szczesny - 6Was at fault for the equalizer and could have reacted faster to Zamora’s winner, but otherwise it was a solid game from the young keeper who was exposed due to his defenders – made a really good save from Ruiz too.

Djourou - 5Good first half, but booked for a silly tackle and then sent off for a debatable tackle on Zamora which proved to be the turning point of the game.

Mertesacker - 4He may be 6 ’6, but Mertesacker has proven to be an aerial liability and was at fault for Djourou’s sending off after he failed to control the ball – his usual calmness and reading of the game went missing.

Koscielny - 6.5Brilliant performance by the ever improving Frenchman who scored his first goal of the season as well with a well powered header. However, he was ball-watching when Sidwell equalized for Fulham.

Coquelin – 7Brilliant game from the young Frenchman who is proving to be Arsenal‘s “Mr. Utility” after playing as a defensive midfielder, right-back and today, a left back. Strong, quick and powerful.

Arteta – 4.5The usually consistent Spaniard was completely anonymous and had one of his worst games in an Arsenal jersey.

Ramsey – 6Very strong first half from the Welshman with a delightful assist for Koscielny’s goal – however, signs of tiredness and overworked legs were visible as his performance deteriorated in the second half.

Song - 5.5Had a decent first half but looked very uncomfortable in the second half – tired legs?

Gervinho - 5As usual, brilliant approach play by the Ivorian but dreadful end product – had many chances to help Arsenal get the killer goal but it wasn’t to be.

Walcott - 3You’d think after reportedly asking for a salary of £85,000 per week, Walcott would atleast perform according to his desired wages but it wasn’t to be – an even worse end product than Gervinho and it was visible how he was losing confidence in his final ball. A truly horrible game from the Englishman.

van Persie - 5.5Should have been rested – barely got a sniff of the ball and whenever he did, was fouled and no decision went his way. He did, however, show his skill on various occasions in the game.

Substitutes:

Rosicky – 5.5

Benayoun – 5.5

Squillaci – 4