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DANNY WELBECK defied critics with pride of place in Arsenal's winning XI – their 11th win in a row – against Sporting Lisbon.
Below, we have all the fall-out from a Europa League tie where an unpunished headbutt sparked social media fury – plus the latest transfer talk.
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SHOT IN THE ARM
UNAI EMERY has revealed his half-time team talk inspired Arsenal to victory over Sporting Lisbon.
The Gunners had looked more likely to suffer their first defeat in 11 at the break – but Danny Welbeck struck to give them another win.
DAN THE MAN
ARSENAL fans will be pleased with the strength in depth in the squad after Danny Welbeck's winner against Sporting Lisbon.
It meant the England international has now scored more goals in all competitions than Manchester United's first-choice Romelu Lukaku – despite playing 636 fewer minutes.
DREAD TO THINK
PAUL MERSON is predicting Arsenal's incredible winning run could be a disastrous end.
The ex-Gunners ace thinks they will lose to Liverpool next weekend, with Crystal Palace and Blackpool coming up first.
GUNNER LEAVE
AARRON RAMSEY will make a sensational exit from Arsenal – but will not be heading to local rivals Tottenham.
The Welshman had been offered a contract extension, only for it to be withdrawn with his current deal expiring in the summer.
MIG'S CHOICE
ARSENAL will face huge competition to sign Atlanta United ace Miguel Almiron – as Tottenham join the race.
The £22m-rated man has been in sensational form in MLS, with 12 goals and 13 assists this season.
MES OFF
MESUT OZIL has laughed off Graeme Souness's accussations over his style of play.
After being blasted forappearing absent in matches, the German remarks that he only cares about the thoughts of Unai Emery and those around him.
WELBECK SILENCES CRITICS
UNAI EMERY is finding that patience is a virtue as his Arsenal team left it late again to keep their incredible run going.
Danny Welbeck’s 78th minute goal leaves the Gunners with a 100 percent Europa League record and in complete control of their own destiny. Here, our man Mark Irwin assesses the 1-0 Europa League win at Sporting Lisbon.
FANS RAGE AT COATES' HEADBUTT
ARSENAL fans vented their fury on social media after Sporting Lisbon star Sebastian Coates escaped unpunished after his headbutt floored Stephan Lichtsteiner.
The Gunners' 11th victory in a row was marred by bitter drama at the end as Lichtsteiner appeared to say something to Uruguay defender Coates, who then approached the Arsenal full-back and sent him flying.
GUNNER NIC PEPE
THE GUNNERS have stepped up in their pursuit for Lille winger Nicolas Pepe.
The Ivorian has already netted eight goals in 12 games this season, making the 22-year-old a wanted man by Manchester United as well.
UN-SPORTING START
ALEX IWOBI didn't get off to the best of starts for Arsenal at Sporting Lisbon.
The exciting youngster was named on the bench for the Gunners' Europa League tie – and was then pole-axed when he got hit where it hurts most.
TOP YOUNG GUN
MESUT OZIL was full of praise for his Gunners team-mate Matteo Guendouzi after naming his the club's best youngster.
The 19-year-old only moved to the Emirates in the summer from Ligue 2 – but has already become a regular in the Arsenal squad.
OZI ONE TEAM
GUNNERS' mercurial midfielder Mesut Ozil remains adamant that he supports the German national team – despite his acrimonious exit.
He retired from international duty after claiming that they disrespected him and were racist following his photo with Turkish president Recep Erdogan.
OZIL FEELS HEAT OVER BERN
MESUT OZIL has annoyed Arsenal fans by declaring Real Madrid's Bernabeu as his favourite stadium.
The Gunners playmaker was back in supporters’ good books after a stunning display in the 3-1 win over Leicester at the weekend – but has now got himself in a spot of bother with his answer to a question on Twitter
BON CHANCE FOR CARL
ARSENAL have included forgotten defender Carl Jenkinson in their squad to face Sporting Lisbon – to the shock of some fans.
The 26-year-old could make his first appearance for the Gunners in 23 months when Unai Emery's men face the Portuguese giants in the Europa League tomorrow.
RVP READY FOR LAST LAUGH
FORMER Manchester United and Arsenal hero Robin van Persie is set to retire at the end of the season.
The 35-year-old striker, who currently plays for Feyenoord, says he has "lost the fun" of playing.
RAM-SONS
AARON RAMSEY has shown the world his two newborn twins after posting photos on Instagram.
His wife Colleen gave birth to the boys during the recent international break, giving their other child Sonny two brothers.
TAG ALONG
NICOLAS TAGLIAFICO is being tipped as Nacho Monreal's long-term heir at left-back as Unai Emery eyes a move for the Argentine.
He currently plays for Ajax in Holland and has impressed the Gunners boss, meaning Saed Kolasinac could be surplus to requirements.
GREEN GUNNERS
HECTOR BELLERIN, Aaron Ramsey and Petr Cech will be breathing fresh air at the Gunners this season, after helping to plant trees at their base in London Colney.
The trio were teaming up with Octopus Energy in a bid to promote clean air and an improvement of the enviornment.
BYE BYE CHARLIE
MESUT OZIL has been left devastated after a young fan lost his battle with cancer.
Gunners supporter Charlie Middleton was a guest of the German's at the FA Cup final in 2017 and a Premier League tie against Sunderland.
OZI RULES… IF HE'S HAPPY
UNAI EMERY has revealed the secret to unlocking Mesut Ozil’s incredible ability – keeping his playmaker focused.
Ozil put in a man-of-the-match performance as Arsenal beat Leicester 3-1 at the Emirates on Monday.
BLING 'N YANG
PIERRE-EMERICK Aubameyang showed off a £1million Ferrari after he scored twice in Arsenal's 3-1 win over Leicester.
The striker, 29, then took the chance to troll team-mate Mesut Ozil after he caught him watching his goal back on Tuesday.
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