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Middlesbrough 1-2 Arsenal - PLAYER RATINGS: Alexis Sanchez man of the match after brilliant free-kick as Nacho Monreal struggles in new system

Arsenal fought hard in testing conditions to secure a much-needed three points against Middlesbrough on Monday night.

Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil were on target for the Gunners to ensure Alvaro Negredo's goal was nothing but a consolation.

Here, Sportsmail rates each player's performance at the Riverside Stadium.

Arsenal were celebrating at full-time after securing a hard-fought win against Middlesbrough
Arsenal were celebrating at full-time after securing a hard-fought win against Middlesbrough

Brad Guzan 6.5

First Premier League start since January 2, and at times he looked a little rusty. Set up a poor wall for Sanchez's brilliant opener, but couldn't do much about the winner.