Arsenal 1-1 Wolves - 4 things we learned

Leno in action
Leno in action

#4 Bernd Leno impresses with man of the match performance

Leno has done a great job after taking over from Cech
Leno has done a great job after taking over from Cech

Leno was signed from the Bundesliga in the summer, and whilst not a big name, it was clear that another keeper was needed. Petr Cech is one of the Premier League greats without question. But of late, his performances have dipped, and he needs competition and eventual replacement.

Leno was touted as being a keeper more adept at the passing from the back, and he has done capably in this regard. But then vs. Wolves, he made several telling saves, which saved the game in its latter moments. Mustafi and Holding didn't track the strikers well enough, and he managed to parry two late chances to secure the draw.

Leno on this form can be an Arsenal main keeper for years to come, and his good form has been rewarded via getting in the Germany squad for the UEFA Nations League.

He has adapted readily to the Premier League and can be credited for Arsenal's draw today. It may be premature to cite at this stage - but if Leno can continue this form in the long-term, he can be the heir to David Seaman and Jens Lehmann, as top-level goalkeepers who performed above and beyond the expectations at Arsenal.

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Edited by Shambhu Ajith
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