#5 Wenger’s substitutions
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With Aaron Ramsey replacing the ill Mesut Ozil in the number 10 position, Arsenal didn’t seem to be having much luck. Neither was there much chemistry between Alex Iwobi, Sanchez and Giroud as the Gunners’ play was falling flat on its face repeatedly. However, what began turning the tide in their favour was the early substitution of Francis Coquelin. The French midfielder was forced to go off after an injury in the 28th minute to be replaced by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
While the Englishman’s involvement didn’t yield any immediate results, the change in formation made Arsenal’s attack look a little more potent once Ramsey started sitting deeper.
Wenger’s decision to bring on Lucas Perez in place of Iwobi in the 63rd minute proved to be the actual moment of inspiration as the Spaniard made a positive impact almost immediately. The Frenchman’s decision paid off when Perez scored Arsenal’s second goal, giving them the hope of a comeback and a precious point from the embarrassing encounter.
