5 things we learned from Arsenal's FA Cup win against Chelsea

#3: Mikel Arteta is the real deal for Arsenal

Arsenal v Chelsea - FA Cup Final

When Mikel Arteta arrived at the club as a manager, there was a lot of optimism about his ability in turning things around for Arsenal. Though this is his first job as a manager, he has done well considering that he joined Arsenal mid-season.

The way Arsenal won games against Pep Guardiola's Manchester City and Chelsea speaks highly about Arteta's managerial prowess. It is a testament to his tactical and man-management abilities that he has managed to get the best out of both Alexandre Lacazette and Aubameyang.

The way Arsenal have strived to keep their defensive shape under Arteta when not in possession looks very similar to Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. That is because Arteta spent more than two years as an assistant to Guardiola at City where he learned a lot. Many City players have also praised Arteta for helping them improving their games.

Arteta is a man who is learning on the job, and with time he is definitely capable of leading Arsenal to bigger trophies. Under his mentorship, the young players at Arsenal have had a chance to express themselves, and within a few years they should be ready to help the club challenge for the Premier League title.

#4: Frank Lampard's Mason Mount obsession is hurting Chelsea

Chelsea FC v Liverpool FC - FA Cup Fifth Round

Mason Mount worked with Frank Lampard during his loan spell with Derby County. When Lampard became the Chelsea manager, Mount became a crucial player for him at Stamford Bridge. This season at Chelsea, Mount has made 52 appearances in all competitions.

It is clear that out of all the players that have come through the Chelsea academy, Mount has been given preference by Lampard even when he has not played well.

It made no sense to start Mount on the right wing in the FA Cup final against Arsenal. That is because the Englishman lacks pace and trickery, which is required to play as a winger.

The likes of Pedro or Callum Hudson Odoi would have been better options than Mount, given that Willian was out with an injury. However, Lampard is clearly obsessed with improving Mount. This was also evident in the Liverpool game in the Premier League at Anfield where Mount started ahead of Pulisic but was hardly able to have an impact on the game.

The former Derby midfielder has other qualities, but he is not the ideal player to be deployed on the wing as he is not naturally suited to that position. There have been times when he hasn't played well, but Lampard has been hell-bent on giving him chances while other academy players haven't been as lucky.

It was quite obvious that a player like Pedro or Hudson Odoi would have been able to make more impact against Arsenal on the right wing than Mason Mount.

#5: Chelsea need a defensive revamp

West Ham United v Chelsea FC - Premier League

Whenever Chelsea's defensive woes are talked about, fingers are always pointed at Kepa Arrizabalaga.

However, Chelsea defenders have largely escaped much discussion and scrutiny despite stats of their poor performances being well documented.

The defensive standards at Chelsea have dropped drastically since the days of John Terry. Antonio Rudiger was expected to take on more responsibility as a Chelsea centre-back this season, but he has been absolutely dreadful.

It is clear that the Blues are in desperate need of new and better defenders. Given how poor Chelsea have been defensively, it almost seems harsh that Frank Lampard has sidelined Fikayo Tomori because at times the young Englishman has been Chelsea's best centre-back.

The Blues are also in need of a left-back. Marcos Alonso is efficient as a left wing-back but he is a defensive liability. Emerson's case is similar as well. Chelsea are almost out of defensive options, and they will have to spend big to imrpove their backline.