100% passes & 100% take-ons completed: ARTETA HAILS This Arsenal star who was fantastic against Bournemouth
Arsenal star produced an outstanding performance during the dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Bournemouth in the Premier League.
The Gunners fell behind to the Cherries after just nine seconds on the clock and they could not find the equaliser until the half-time interval.
The visitors made it 2-0 in their favour in the 57th minute but the Gunners produced a tremendous fightback.
Thomas Partey scored shortly after the hour mark from an Emile Smith Rowe header. Eight minutes later, Ben White doubled the club’s advantage.
The right-back bagged his maiden Gunners goal with a half volley at the near post and part of the credit must go to Nelson, who had just come on.
The Gunners graduate scampered to the byline before delivering an inch perfect cross for White.
It seemed like the Gunners were about to settle for a stalemate but Nelson sealed the turnaround, scoring with a stunning shot from the edge of the box.
With just seconds left before the final whistle, Nelson shifted the ball to his left foot before unleashing a powerful strike to beat Neto at his far post.
Nelson made his first Premier League appearance for the Gunners since October and he was exceptional in his 30-minute cameo with a goal and an assist.
Aside from his goal involvements, Nelson completed 100% of his passes and take-ons. The 23-year-old will be hoping to be rewarded with a start in midweek.
Arsenal face Sporting Lisbon on the road in the first leg of their Europa League round of 16 tie on Thursday.
With Leandro Trossard injured and Eddie Nketiah doubtful, Smith Rowe and Nelson should get valuable minutes. The duo could share their duties again.
