The determination of Sead Kolasinac in the build-up to the goal spoke volumes, too.
Suddenly, this was an Arsenal side that seemed as if the penny had dropped. As if they’d finally digested that, to win goals, you have to try.
And it was their hunger that helped pave the way for their win.
Pepe got in on the act in the second half, curling the ball in. For the first time in months, a smile was back on the £72million winger’s face.
And Aubameyang did what Aubameyang does best: score. His finish for Arsenal’s third on the night was proof of his ruthlessness.
