Danny Welbeck's goal in the 77th minute gave Arsenal their 11th consecutive win and a place at the top of the table in their Europa League group. Neither side were assertive enough in the first half with Nani getting the best chance of the game when his strike flew just above the goal post. Welbeck had a disallowed goal in the 66th minute as the referee caught him pushing off Sporting defender Bruno Gaspar. 10 minutes later though Welbeck scored the fifth goal of his excellent season. Arsenal lead the Group E standings with three wins in three matches and they are almost certain to top the group and face a relatively easier opponent in the second round. One worry for Unai Emery though...
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