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Molde 0-3 Arsenal: Nicolas Pepe praised by Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta has challenged Nicolas Pepe to improve his consistency after the Arsenal winger reacted to Sunday's red card against Leeds by helping the Gunners to cruise into the last 32 of the Europa League.

Pepe was accused by manager Arteta of letting down his team-mates after being sent off at Elland Road in the Premier League but Arsenal's record signing responded with the opening goal in a fine individual display against Molde.

The £72m signing from Lille curled a powerful strike into the top corner just after the break in Norway - having minutes earlier struck the bar.