Risk and reward: Mikel Arteta's stand on Aubameyang proves a masterstroke

Aubameyang is Arsenal’s main man – but he sat stern-faced on the sidelines

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta (centre) celebrates with Thomas Partey (left) and Granit Xhaka 

If pressed to choose the most ruthless disciplinarian between Mikel Arteta and Jose Mourinho, few would have chosen the Arsenal man ahead of a North London derby which meant so much to both clubs - but he proved us all wrong.

Arteta’s decision to bench captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for arriving late at the Emirates provided a real insight into his managerial style before his tactical nous earned a victory that justified the decision.