Arsenal Back to Winning

A great game against a very average opponent with a nice, likable manager who may not yet be ready to lead a premier team to glory (though he did manage to keep Wigan up last season). In any case, the 4-0 win was positive on all fronts, with Gervinho finally finding the back of the net, Vermaelen again showing that he is talented on both ends of the pitch, a nice goal for Arteta and, do I need to even say it, another goal for Van Persie. Defensively, we were strong except for the first few minutes, we controlled the midfield and possession and looked dangerous all game. I don't think we need a report card this week, as everyone seemed to play their part, including Walcott whose renaissance continues. He has really picked up his game in the last month and just needs to add a few goals to become the complete player on the wing that Wenger envisioned. The 4-0 score is also important as it pulls us to +7 and depending on the Newcastle Chelsea game I haven't yet watched, could push us up the table. In any case, the increase in clean sheets, the scoring and the easy victory over teams we should beat (after the horrendous loss to Blackburn) all bode well for our run into the top four in the second half. Go Gunners!