Mikel Arteta hails ‘extraordinary’ David Raya after Arsenal victory in Lisbon

Game-winning goalscorer Kai Havertz said Raya has been the "best keeper in the world" for the last two seasons

David Raya made some crucial saves against Sporting Lisbon to put Arsenal on course for the Champions League semi-finals. Pic: Zed Jameson/PA

Mikel Arteta hailed David Raya as “extraordinary” after his goalkeeper’s stunning performance in Arsenal’s late 1-0 Champions League win against Sporting Lisbon.

Substitute Kai Havertz struck in injury time to put Arsenal on course for the semi-finals ahead of next week’s last-eight return leg at the Emirates, with Arteta admitting his side – following consecutive defeats – had a “point to prove”.