Arsenal 3-1 AC Milan (Aggregate 5-1): Player Ratings

Arsenal v AC Milan - UEFA Europa League Round of 16: Second Leg
Arsenal breezed past a lacklustre Milan side to book their place in the Europa League quarter-finals

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Arsenal v AC Milan - UEFA Europa League Round of 16: Second Leg
Welbeck's brace guided Arsenal to a 3-1 victory over Milan

David Ospina - 6/10

Ospina made some smart saves when called upon but could not do much in keeping out Calhanoglu's effort. Overall, a decent display from the Colombian.

Hector Bellerin - 6.5/10

It was a balanced performance from the right-back who ran directly at AC Milan's left-hand side of defence, thereby causing Rodriguez and Romagnoli problems. Bellerin also contributed defensively, nullifying most of Milan's attacks down the right.

Laurent Koscielny - N/A

Koscielny's evening came to a premature end after being subbed off early on in the first half due to injury.

Shkodran Mustafi - 7/10

Mustafi organized the defence really well, making a number of blocks and interceptions in vital positions, thereby nullifying majority of Milan's attempts.

Nacho Monreal - 6.5/10

Monreal made a slow start to the game and kept Suso quiet for most parts of the game with his impressive defensive abilities. In attack, the Spaniard linked up well with the likes of Mkhitaryan thereby creating a number of chances.

Granit Xhaka - 8/10

Xhaka was well disciplined in the middle of the park and broke up Milan's attacks with his impressive positioning and tackling. The Swiss international acted as a transition from defence to attack and was awarded with a goal for his efforts.

Jack Wilshere - 7.5/10

Wilshere continued to prove why he deserves a contract extension at the club with yet another solid display. He made some key passes and linked up well in attack with Ozil and Mkhitaryan. Wilshere assisted Welbeck for the third goal thereby sealing the tie in the 86th minute.

Mesut Ozil - 7.5/10

He was very effective while in possession and troubled Milan's defence with his incisive passing. Ozil made two key passes during the game and was replaced by Kolasinac towards the end of the game.

Aaron Ramsey - 7/10

Ramsey used his work rate to great effect and regained possession on numerous occasions throughout the game. The Welshman was direct in his approach and linked up nicely with Welbeck, causing Milan's back four some problems.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan - 7/10

The Armenian continued his good run of form for the hosts with another brilliant showing. Like Ramsey, he worked hard to regain possession on countless occasions and also linked up effectively with Ozil, Ramsey and Welbeck which ultimately lead to Arsenal winning the game.

Danny Welbeck - 7/10

Welbeck calmly dispatched the penalty to bring Arsenal back to level terms. He exuded confidence after scoring, hurting Milan's defence on certain occasions. The Englishman doubled his tally after heading home from close range, four minutes from time.

Substitutions:

Calum Chambers - 7/10

Chambers replaced Koscielny in the first half and formed a solid partnership with Mustafi and dealt with Milan's attacks with great composure.

Mohamed Elneny - 6/10

Elneny replaced Mkhitaryan in the 69th minute and also initiated the move which led to Arsenal scoring their third goal of the night.

Sead Kolasinac - N/A

Kolasinac replaced Ozil in the 79th minute to see out the remainder of the game.

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Edited by Raunak J
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