Arsenal player ratings vs Sporting CP as one scores 7/10 and a disappointing 4/10 in penalty shootout loss

Aaron Ramsdale - Conceding from the halfway line proved costly for the Gunners and the England shot stopper failed to save a spot kick in the shootout. 4.

Takhehiro Tomiyasu - Substituted early due to injury. 5.

William Saliba - Substituted after 21 minutes due to injury. 5.

Gabriel - Had a solid game in defence, making several key clearances and tackles to thwart Sporting’s attacks. 6.

Oleksandr Zinchenko - Was one of Arsenal’s better players, showing his attacking prowess by creating chances and supporting the attack. 6.

Fábio Vieira - Was booked early in the game and failed to make much of an impact before being substituted. 5.

Jorginho - Didn’t make a significant impact before being substituted in the second half. He struggled to get involved in the game. 5.

Granit Xhaka - Was the standout player for Arsenal, scoring a goal and providing crucial passes in midfield. 7.

Reiss Nelson - Didn’t make much of an impact before being substituted in the second half. 5.

Gabriel Jesus - Was expected to get 60 minutes but come off at half time because Arsenal only had one substitution window left. 6.

Gabriel Martinelli - Showed pace and creativity on the ball and was one of Arsenal’s better players. Missed the crucial penalty in the shootout. 6.

Substitutes

Ben White (on for Tomiyasu at 9’) - Came on early due to injury and performed well. 6.

Rob Holding (on for Saliba at 21’) - Came on early due to Saliba’s injury and put in a good shift, making some important clearances and tackles. 6.

Thomas Partey (on for Jorginho at 65’) - Injected some energy into Arsenal’s midfield. He made some good passes and tackles to help his team. 7.

Bukayo Saka (on for Nelson at 65’) - Came on in the second half and made an immediate impact. He showed his quality on the ball and created some chances. 6.

Leandro Trossard (on for Gabriel Jesus at 45’) - Hit the woodwork and made a positive impact. 6.

Martin Odegaard (on for Vieira at 100’) - Made a positive impact after coming on for Fabio Vieira. Should have came on earlier. 6.