Arsenal

3.14

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  267

  9

  3.50

  Wojciech Szczesny

  Another blemish-free display by the impressive young Pole. Slightly conservative on crosses but his catching and decision-making has won the confidence of the back four.

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  184

  15

  3.00

  Bacary Sagna

  No-one showed more commitment to the cause as Arsenal staged what could be a season-defining comeback.

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  203

  20

  3.50

  Johan Djourou

  Struggled against Saha in the early going but grew in authority as the game wore on, even when confronted by the giant Fellaini in the closing minutes.

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  236

  10

  3.50

  Laurent Koscielny

  More of this and he will become a cult hero in these parts. Kept his composure to steer in the winner with a fine header. Got pulled out of position by Saha's movement but was extremely unlucky to unwittingly lay on the assist for the opener when he tried to clear Coleman's pass. By the letter of the law, Saha was offside as the defender's touch was inadvertent, rather than a deliberate back-pass.

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  171

  20

  3.00

  Gael Clichy

  Solid display by the Frenchman, who kept his head when many were losing theirs in the first hour.

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  96

  57

  2.50

  Alexandre Song

  Lucky to escape censure for a two-footed tackle on Heitinga in what was a below-par display by the Cameroonian before the break. Withdrawn at half-time.

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  210

  21

  3.50

  Cesc Fàbregas

  Barely a game goes by without the Spanish artist throwing a wobbly - either at the opposition, officialdom or himself. Led the protests at Everton's controversial goal and got frustrated with some of the challenges by the visitors. Nevertheless, he was always a lively and inspirational figure on the ball and twice came close to scoring the opener before his clever dink laid on the equaliser for Arshavin.

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  131

  29

  3.00

  Jack Wilshere

  Produced the odd delightful pass but not as influential as he has been recently. Struggled to gain a foothold in midfield against Everton's dogs of war and was withdrawn for Bendtner as Arsenal searched for an equaliser.

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  123

  26

  3.00

  Theo Walcott

  Given the luxury of the full 90 minutes, he was always a willing outlet without finding too much joy against the excellent Baines until space opened up towards the end.

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  116

  140

  2.00

  Tomas Rosicky Flop of the Match

  Surprisingly preferred to Arshavin, he made the Russian's recent desperate performances seem impressive by comparison. Almost invisible on the left flank bar a few wayward passes.

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  223

  18

  3.50

  Robin van Persie

  Produced some unbelievable nuggets of skill, including two consecutive Zidane-style drag-backs in one thrilling passage of play, and came close on a number of occasions to grabbing an equaliser. But his free-kicks were disappointing.

Substitutions

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  152

  15

  3.00

  A. Diaby

  Replaced Song at half-time as Arsenal's deepest midfielder and maintained his discipline impressively.

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  341

  6

  3.50

  Andrey Arshavin

  Took his equaliser beautifully with what Arsenal fans will hope will be the beginning of a much-needed renaissance. Interestingly, he played in the centre-forward position for the last 20 minutes.

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  223

  18

  3.50

  Nicklas Bendtner

  His power and touch added an extra dimension to Arsenal's attacks.

Everton

3.17

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  27

  16

  3.00

  Tim Howard

  Made some excellent blocks and saves, including one outstanding stop from van Persie. But his communication with his defence for the winner will have outraged the Everton coaching staff.

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  21

  21

  3.00

  Phil Neville

  Tottenham might think he's only worth £250,000 but his competitiveness and leadership is worth its weight in gold to Everton. Tired in the second half and was replaced late on.

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  20

  23

  3.00

  John Heitinga

  Had a running spat with countryman van Persie in what was an enthralling battle. Made some excellent interceptions on a busy night for the Everton defence.

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  21

  15

  3.50

  Sylvain Distin

  Dominated in the air, maintained his discipline and, crucially, kept his concentration until the terrible mix-up for Arsenal's winner.

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  31

  20

  3.50

  Leighton Baines

  Fine display by the in-form left-back, who kept Walcott quiet until the last 10 minutes and was a willing accomplice to Everton's raids down the left flank.

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  17

  10

  3.00

  Seamus Coleman

  His slightly errant pass set up Saha, via Koscielny's boot, for the opener as he mixed energy with some fine deliveries from the right flank.

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  26

  20

  2.50

  Mikel Arteta

  Neat enough in possession but did not find much time or space to exert any real influence.

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  31

  22

  3.50

  Jack Rodwell

  Disciplined and feisty display by the jack-of-all-trades, who was the most advanced of the midfielders in the first half before taking on a more protective role after the break. Will have wished he was a few inches taller to put Fabregas' dinked centre out of harm's way before Arshavin stole in for the equaliser.

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  23

  15

  3.00

  Diniyar Bilyaletdinov

  Solid display from the Russian, who doubled up on Walcott and provided a useful outlet on the left flank. Subbed midway through the second half.

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  118

  69

  4.00

  Marouane Fellaini Top of the Match

  Did not just stand out for his Afro. A colossal figure in the first half sweeping up in front of the Everton defence and robbing the hosts of possession. Thrown forward at the end as the visitors chased an equaliser.

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  36

  27

  3.50

  Louis Saha

  He was miles offside for his goal but benefited from Koscielny's touch and finished clinically. His touch, hold-up play and movement was so good that you wonder what might have been for the extravagantly gifted Frenchman.

Substitutions

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  11

  18

  2.50

  Leon Osman

  Provided some energy on the right flank but struggled to get on the ball.

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  14

  18

  0.00

  Victor Anichebe

  Added height to Everton attack late on but did not get any opportunities.