It also saw the return of Laurent Koscielny, a day when Arsenal’s back four showed their prowess for fantasy football players.
The Arsenal’s Official 1-day Fantasy Football Partner DraftKings offered contests throughout the weekend and there were plenty of contenders staking a claim to be crowned ‘DraftKings’ Gunner of the Week’.
This time around the accolade went to left back Nacho Monreal who helped himself to 12 fantasy points on the day. Whilst he didn’t have a goal (+10pts) or an assist (+6pts), Monreal defended and attacked with a level of gusto that meant he made four interceptions (+0.5 each) and a single tackle (+1pt) plus two crosses (+0.75pts each). The Spaniard even had a shot on goal (+1pt for the shot, +1pt for it being on goal).
This weekend marks the latest opportunity to WIN an Ultimate Fan Experience from DraftKings. The winner gets a pair of tickets in a box for an Arsenal Premier League match as well as pitchside access before the game. DraftKings are also throwing in a signed Arsenal shirt, signed Arsenal football and a personalised Arsenal shirt.
To win the prize, register for an account HERE and get a free entry with your first deposit. Then pick an 8-man line-up (1 goalie, 2 defenders, 2 midfielder, 2 forwards and 1 utility player).
Come 3pm on Saturday, watch your team score points as the games are played and that evening you can find out whether you have won within minutes.