Weak Willian fails to live up to the hype

THIS was Willian’s 20th appearance for Arsenal since Mikel Arteta pushed for his signing in the summer. After setting up two goals on his debut, not much has happened since.

2W illian has had just two shots on target for Arsenal. Rob Holding, David Luiz and Granit Xhaka have all had more.

6 Arsenal have lost six of the last eight games that Willian has started, in all competitions. Their one victory was in extra time against Newcastle in the previous round of the FA Cup, which was 0-0 when Willian was subbed.

SINNER AND SAINT: Willian (left) competes with Stuart Armstrong of Southampton on a frustrating day at St Mary’s