5 points to note from Arsenal 2-0 win over Watford

#5 Emery won it

Some may contrast this with Wenger, but Emery’s substitutions told.

They were made at a crucial point in the game, and they ultimately made the difference.

It may be unfair to say Wenger never was on the touchline, giving orders. But Emery is a near constant presence, and this can provide the team with added encouragement.

It certainly lends to greater accountability, and being held to account for both mistakes and positive points.

It’s been said for years that the team lacked guidance, and now we have in some regard an anti-Wenger. This isn’t to knock Wenger at all – but this game was won as much on Emery’s decisions as it was anything else.

Emery and Arsenal move on to FC Qarabag and Azerbaijan next, and he will be looking for another win in a competition that he had won three years in a row in the past.