Captain Mertesacker
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The German Giant has previously been under severe, but deserved criticism for not taking captain’s responsibility and cowering away. However, Mertesacker was the leader that we wanted to see from him against Crystal Palace. He alongside Koscielny, ensured Arsenal scraped out of Selhurst Park with all three points. Mertesacker was on hand to maintain defensive stability, as the stats show for his accomplished performance. Mertesacker won 7 aerial duels, made 3 interceptions and smashed 18 clearances. Although the bigger test will be on Wednesday night against Monaco, Mertesacker was well up for the Crystal Palace siege, to guard Arsenal to victory. Role on the Champions League.