Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice produced an impressive performance during the 1-0 Premier League defeat to Newcastle United on Saturday afternoon.
The Gunners played out an even contest against the Magpies at St James’ Park, but they came on the losing side in the end after a contentious goal from Anthony Gordon.
The ball initially appeared to go off the line near the corner flag on the left flank while Gabriel Magalhaes was also fouled by Joelinton in the lead-up to Gordon’s goal.
There was also suspicion of a hand ball by Joelinton, but VAR judged the goal as a fair one. Arsenal were unlucky to be on the losing side, but there were positives from the game.
William Saliba had another strong showing in the heart of the defence for Arsenal while Rice also caught the eye with his performance from the central midfield role.
Over 90 minutes, the 24-year-old had 73 touches with 51 accurate passes. He won 100 per cent of his dribbles alongside four duels and completed four long balls.
Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Sofascore.com