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Martin Keown praises Mikel Arteta’s ‘smart move’ to bring on Rob Holding following Gabriel Martinelli's red card and hints at a 'top-four finish' for the Gunners following their defensive performance against Wolves

Martin Keown heaped praise on Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal squad for securing a victory against Wolves while down to 10-men on Thursday evening.

Arsenal won the game 1-0 after Gabriel Magalhaes found the back of the net in the first half. However, the Gunners were forced to play the final 20 minutes of the game with just 10 men after Gabriel Martinelli was sent off for two bookable offences within five seconds of each other.

Keown commended Arteta's decision to bring on Rob Holding shortly after Martinelli’s red card and hinted at a top-four finish for Arsenal following their 'united' display at the Molineux.