Despite a promising early display, very few Arsenal players looked as if they could be bothered in the second half against Doncaster Rovers.

While some looked as if they couldn’t be bothered and others were played out of position, there were a few, such as Wilshere, Giroud and Maitland-Niles who kept fighting and saved Arsenal from total humiliation at the hands of Doncaster.

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Defence

David Ospina – 7

The goalkeeper wasn’t really needed in the first half but in the second he was called into action. Somehow Arsenal managed to keep a clean sheet.

Calum Chambers – 6

Chambers looked strong albeit very beardy. He seemed comfortable in the first half before being subbed off and could be a terrific defender given the game time. However, we have to keep in mind that this is Doncaster.

Rob Holding – 5

The centre-back’s passing was far from perfect but it was good to see the 22-year-old back on the pitch.

Per Mertesacker – 5

The big guy looked as if he couldn’t really be bothered, which isn’t a great message to send to the youngsters. He was looked slow (more so than usual) and a bit lethargic. Granted, this could just be because he’s not that fit at the moment given that he’s struggled for game time this season.

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