Arsene Wenger’s faith in Olivier Giroud pays off

Arsenal 2, Everton 0:

Giroud cut a forlorn sight when he was withdrawn after an hour midweek as Arsenal slumped to a 3-1 defeat that makes another premature exit from the Champions League almost certain.

Arsene Wenger, though, retained his faith in the forward and, having handed Giroud the chance to make amends, the France international set his side on course for a much-needed win with a 31st-minute volley.