The England winger took the captain's armband for the last half-hour with his contribution vital as Southampton were eventually dispatched

Southampton ’s joy in Cameron Archer giving them a shock lead only served to awaken Arsenal, who went from a very flat display to one where they came at the visiting side from all angles. That eventually resulted in a rousing 3-1 win, although one that was more difficult than it might have been.

Bukayo Saka put in a scintillating display against Southampton to ensure Mikel Arteta's side keep up the pace with both Liverpool and Manchester City. Arsenal's win over the Saints kept them just a point behind Arne Slot's Reds at the top of the table,