Europa League: Arsenal 2-0 Napoli - Hits and Flops

Arsenal beat Napoli by 2-0 to be in the driving seat for semi-final spots
Arsenal beat Napoli by 2-0 to be in the driving seat for semi-final spots

Hit: Ainsley Maitland-Niles

Maitland-Niles is growing in stature at Arsenal after another brilliant performance
Maitland-Niles is growing in stature at Arsenal after another brilliant performance

The Arsenal graduate redeemed himself after the horrific outing at Goodison Park with a largely positive performance and also assisted Ramsey for the opener.

Maitland-Niles wonderfully picked out a short pass from Alexandre Lacazette and after a twist and turn, laid it on for Ramsey who did the rest. The 21-year old was a dagger through Napoli's heart with his great runs and often got into good positions.

He twice tested the visitors with efforts of his own, whilst also proving to be a huge deal on the ball with his tackling and dribbling skills. And unlike on Monday, he imbued great confidence as he looked like a man seeking redemption.

Maitland-Niles' every touch on the ball signified it, and also connected well with the likes of Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

He now has a hand in two goals at the Emirates in the last as many games after having none in the previous 27. Periscope is pointing upwards for the youngster.

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