Just finished watching the Brentford VS Arsenal match and one of the big talking points is Ramsdale’s performance.
After a horror few errors in the first half, I thought he played quite well in the second. Whether that be with his feet or hands, he was commanding and looked very composed.
So I hope people don’t jump into blaming his mistakes blindly because let’s also remembers that Raya has been very shaky too - most notably when he gifted Cole Palmer a great chance in the London Derby.
Sure, Raya will walk into the starting line up next game because Arteta clearly prefers him. But Ramsdale’s quality clearly remains and a lack of game time caused some rustiness. As simple as that.
He’s got too much quality to remain on the bench. It’s surprising that his Arsenal career had taken such a turn after last season’s achievements.
If Rice doesn’t run into the box then Ramsdale would have had a passing option, instead Rice just drew the press in closer.
Ramsdale fucked up, but Rice deserves a bit of the blame here too.
This is a terrible take. Ramsdale has three passing options initially (including Rice) but he waits too long and gets closed down.