Arsenal player ratings

Another embarrassing performance from a hapless Wenger side saw Arsenal humiliated at the hands of Everton, who in all honesty didn’t need to play well to beat us

Szczesny – 5 – Given the scoreline, Szczesny’s was one of only very few performances worth giving any sort of credit to.  Our keeper was unlucky for all three goals and made some great saves that will be overlooked due to the outcome of the match.

Monreal – 4 – A couple of good crosses at a few points in the match were Nacho’s highlights but all in all he made up one quarter of a terrible defensive performance

Vermaelen – 3 – Fell asleep for the 1st goal certainly and did very little of merit to give credit to

Mertesacker – 4 – Marginally better that his defensive partner but still a mile off what we have come to expect from the big German

Sagna – 6 – The only Arsenal outfield player who looked like he was remotely interested in the match. A professional performance for a man we can’t blame for wanting to leave at the end of the season

Arteta – 2 – Words cannot describe my feelings towards our vice captain.  Why Wenger persists with a player so evidently past his prime is a mystery.  An own goal summed up an appalling day for the Spaniard

Flamini – 4 – Usually one to be relied upon for a solid performance, even Flamini looked average and gave the ball away far to often

Cazorla – 5 – Santi’s job was made near impossible due to the lack of variation in the midfield.  He was played out of position and contributed when he could.

Rosicky – 5 – Lack of variation in the midfield was again partially to blame for Tomas’ performance.  Too many central players meant Rosicky couldn’t make the key runs he usually does.

Podolski – 6 – A couple of shots that were unlucky were the highlight of Lukas’ day.  Perhaps if one of his early chances had gone in we might have had a different story.

Giroud – 4 – Wasted up front on his own.  Every cross was met with him being man marked by three Everton players.  Another sign of Wenger’s tactics gone wrong.

Sanogo - N/A

Ramsey - N/A

Oxlade-Chamberlain - N/A

It would be unfair to rate any of the subs as their teammates had let them down before they had even started warming up.  Why at least two of the didn’t start is a mystery. An Oxlade shot that hit the bar was the best moment of Arsenal’s game, which says it all really.

It now becomes a case of how many embarrassments the fans are willing to take and I am certain, whether for good or bad, that a loss in the F.A. cup or missing out on 4th place will see the end of Arsene’s reign.

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#15 Isaac 2014-04-09 20:36
Isaac from Arua: I think Wenger has outlived his usefullness. Its better the board brings somebody new to change things. The board is interested in finances but the players & fans want trophies. Please fans in England, you can do a lot to change things.
#14 adeshina 2014-04-07 07:39
One thing we fail to notice is that Wenger is trying to spoil Arsenal before he leaves. Half of players are from France, why? It is better he leave or else we face the wrath. Wenger is becoming old, and his brain and memory already worn out.
What is Arteta, Giroud, Vermalen, Monreal and Sanogo doing in a big club like Arsenal. Infact, it is a shame and I felt embarrased.
+1 #13 Victor 2014-04-07 07:01
Only Sagna deserved more than a 1. Overly generous ratings this time. Didn't sign in January when we had the chance, now we (fans) pay the price.
+3 #12 TC 2014-04-06 22:21
They all deserved 0 they should be ashamed of themselves, but WTF should they care they don't spend their hard earned money to watch this crap.
#11 chiedozie 2014-04-06 19:29
Generous rating. To start with, Carzola was a waist of space. Renewing his contract was a big mistake. I score him 2.
+3 #10 RomanianGunner 2014-04-06 17:21
It is so sad when i try to remember the happiness of supporters when we were on the top of the table and how badly things were turned.we just hoped that this season will be massive but i think it is close to be the worst in arsene era...shame on you Arsenal staff&players!!!you broke our hearts again!
+1 #9 Vishant 2014-04-06 16:42
Team like Arsenal where the ticket prices are the highest in EPL fans come to see arsenal loose badly. Without even a fight. Look at other top club and the players they have. Arsenal doesn't have a single player who can make a difference or an opponent would fear of. Strikers Giroud a waste, Sonogo too young. Then also we don't buy players in January, according to Arsene January is not the time to buy, every player in the market is overpriced. But other club doesn't feel so.
+6 #8 MickeyThomas 2014-04-06 16:37
*** this! Arteta the perennial loser not fit to wear the ***ing shirt and Ive been saying that since the day he signed.
What a ***!
Injuries aside, it's bizarre and inexcusable that a team like The Arsenal only have one (semi) experienced striker in the squad, and he's ***.
I love Wenger for what he did for this club, and I'll always remember the good times but he simply has to go.
Reading Martinez's comments pre-game i knew we would lose. The only players who give a *** about the badge are Sagna, Gibbs, Jack, Ramsey, Theo and the Ox. Koscielny is also an immense player. All the rest can *** off! Seriously gutted.
+1 #7 Gazza 2014-04-06 16:23
poor transfer activity over last few years coming home to roost. Highest priced season tickets too, never asked for wenger to be sacked before in past but not good enough. Now is the time to go. Team going backwards. Not enough pace. Too lightweight. Tactics depend on great performances which without top first 11 seldom come often enough. Hope we push boat out for Martinez. Won more than wenger and football better and tactically aware.. Has more than one plan.
+2 #6 Brooks 2014-04-06 16:21
Monreal was our weakest link all day. Everton moved the ball to his side over and over.
+2 #5 lucian gooner 2014-04-06 16:14
giroud out indefinitely. complete waste. guy can never stay on his feet. definitely the weakest center forward in the PL
+3 #4 kelvin15 2014-04-06 16:13
Awful performance,arsenal need to change their manager,buy quality players,and overall formation.same old story season after season.what a shame.
+5 #3 christy 2014-04-06 16:11
very generous for monreal who is one of the worst players at the club,agree Arteta is finished as is Arsene.
+2 #2 SG Fan Boy 2014-04-06 16:08
Dude that was fast of you to post the rating. Anyway, i go so many question unanswered!

1. What the hell is Cazorla and Rosisky doing? Running out of ideas? Cant drive forward? Dont forget Arteta! OMG I WAS CURSING ALL OVER WITH THE WAY HE PLAY! All the ball went backwards and he is always in a dangerous position! This leads me to my next question.

1. Why is the play always, ALWAYS AL FREAKING WAYS going backwards? Are they out of idea? Cazorla and Rosisky running around aimlessly not finding spaces. Depreciating through time?

1. WHY DO WE HAVE TO WAIT 60 MIN FOR 2 FREAKING SUB? Ox should have came on in the 2nd half! He was way lively then any other player!

1. Why is everybody looking for penalty? Where is the magic we once had without looking for penalty? Are we Barca? Since when?

If youre wondering why all of it is number 1, its because all are freaking important! I knew when Barkley came on, it was game over. barkley almost destroyed us in emirates and here we are at their home, being destroyed. People must go in the summer. New big fast athletic players must join! Seriously!
+8 #1 Chris 2014-04-06 16:03
those ratings are generous.